Find housing in Uppsala
Every year, thousands of new students arrive in Uppsala to start their studies. Consequently, finding suitable accommodation can be highly competitive for non-fee-paying students.
The demand for housing peaks in August and September, so it is important to begin your search for a place to live early. Investing time, effort, and thoughtful consideration into your housing search will pay off in the long run.
Housing websites
Studentboet
This website includes a list of all the housing companies in Uppsala, and a large collection of second-hand contracts ranging in type, price and availability.
Uppsala's Student Nations
Each of Uppsala’s 13 student nations has its own housing for members. For more information about accommodation, visit each nation's website, and take this into consideration when choosing which nation to join.
Uppsala Bostadsförmedling
You can apply for student housing through the communal housing queue managed by Uppsala municipality (Uppsala Bostadsförmedling). The largest providers of student accommodation in Uppsala are Rikshem and Uppsalahem, and all applications for their housing go through this site.
Like many housing companies in Sweden, Uppsala Bostadsförmedling operates a queue system, where available accommodation is assigned to the applicant with the highest number of queue days. Therefore, it is essential to register for their queue as early as possible. International students who do not have a Swedish personal identity number are also eligible to receive housing from Uppsala Bostadsförmedling.
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 aware of rental scams
Fraudulent housing listings are unfortunately common, especially at the start of the semester. To protect yourself from scams, never make any payments before a rental contract has been signed by both parties. Always verify the landlord and the rental terms before committing.