Coliving Emerges as a Solution for Young Adults' Housing Woes in Sweden

As Sweden faces an acute housing shortage for young adults, innovative coliving models are gaining traction as potential solutions. Niklas Andersson, co-founder of Colive, emphasizes that these arrangements not only provide shelter but also foster community and social connections vital for individuals starting afresh in urban environments.

Colive offers fully furnished homes that feature private rooms and communal living spaces, which help to combat social isolation. This living model has proven effective, with an internal survey revealing a 50% reduction in feelings of loneliness amongst residents. Colive currently operates in key cities—Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Lund—and has plans for further expansion. Notably, Colive Altum, which opened in Lund in 2024, serves as the first large-scale coliving hub in the area, providing 81 rooms across 10 shared apartments specifically designed for young adults.

This initiative has been made possible through collaboration with the municipal housing company LKF, which oversaw construction, while Colive focuses on leasing and community building. Moreover, recent government legislation is beginning to support alternative housing models, marking a significant shift in Sweden’s housing market towards more inclusive solutions that prioritize human needs and communal living.