Find housing in Visby
Uppsala University does not own student accommodations; instead, housing is provided by various private companies in and around Visby, and students are responsible for arranging their own housing.
For new students, a good option is to rent a second-hand contract room or apartment. It is common for residents in Visby to rent out rooms in their houses or apartments to students.
Since advertisements for accommodation available at the start of the autumn semester are typically published during the summer, we recommend beginning your housing search at the beginning of the summer.
Housing websites
The Student Union Rindi
On the Student Union's website, you can search for accommodation offered by both private landlords and housing companies. The site features a list of available properties and is regularly updated, particularly before the start of each semester.
- Housing companies
You can find housing options through various companies. Under the "Housing Companies" tab, you will see a list of major housing companies catering to students on the island. - Private landlords
Under the tab "Private landlords", you can find a room in an apartment, a self-contained apartment, a cottage or a villa where you can share accommodation with others. If you find anything of interest, contact the housing company or the private landlord to get more information.
Blocket
Blocket is a well-known Swedish website where individuals sell a wide range of items, including housing. Although the website is in Swedish, you can find listings for second-hand rental agreements under the category Bostad. Many students also find accommodation through social media platforms like Facebook Marketplace.
Be cautious of scam artists
There have been multiple cases of fraud associated with second-hand housing advertisements, particularly around the beginning of the semester. To avoid being scammed, it is advisable not to make any payments until a housing contract has been signed by both parties.