Sweden's Housing Market Faces Demand Drop Amid Rising Costs and Development Stagnation
Demand for new rental apartments in Sweden declines amid rising construction costs and development stagnation in many municipalities.
Demand for new rental apartments in Sweden declines amid rising construction costs and development stagnation in many municipalities.
In 2025, Swedish housing prices rose modestly with strong regional differences, while the construction sector outlook improves in early 2026.
Boverket's December forecast shows cautiously optimistic growth in Swedish housing construction, expecting rising housing starts from 2023 through 2027.
Expandia's new modular housing initiative aims to address Stockholm's youth housing crisis.
The Swedish government is addressing the decline in small house constructions amidst strong public preference for them.