The work-from-home trend continues to reshape Sweden's housing market. Larger apartments are seeing the strongest price increases across major cities. New statistics reveal how prices for one to four-room apartments have developed in Sweden's largest urban areas.
Hans Flink from Svensk Mäklarstatistik called the numbers striking. More people wanted bigger living spaces during the pandemic. This demand became clear as remote work became common. Prices rose for houses, townhomes, and larger apartments simultaneously.
Inflation surged in 2022, leading to higher interest rates. The housing market experienced broad price declines as a result. Yet larger apartments maintained stronger value compared to smaller units.
The data shows Sweden's housing preferences shifted permanently during the health crisis. People now prioritize space for home offices and comfortable living. This trend continues even as pandemic restrictions have ended.
Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö all show similar patterns. Three and four-room apartments command premium prices. The work-from-home culture appears here to stay, reshaping urban living demands across Swedish cities.