Bostadsinfo växjö
Welcome to Växjö!
Are you searching for housing in Växjö? We have put together a guide that may help you. Here you find information on what rules apply, and what is worth considering. Below you may read about how Boplats Växjö works and get information about other housing companies and landlords.
Linnaeus Union's housing agency
As a student at Linnaeus University you have access to our very own housing portal where private landlords rent out rooms, apartments or even houses. Contact each landlord for more information.
If you can't find anything through the housing portal go back to the Housing guide above that informs about queueing systems, registration with different housing companies etc. Contact each company's Customer services for more specific info.
Start early and be persistent!
Start planning your stay in terms of your future accommodation as soon as you have decided to study at Linnaeus University. Don't think that it will be solved last minute. Every semester there are students that choose not to begin studies here due to lack of affordable housing, and students that find themselves paying rent way over their budgets. You need to be active in your search - it takes time. Many of the housing companies have no or very little information in English but do not let this limit you.
Create an account on Boplats Växjö for studies in Växjö
Boplats Växjö has most of the student accommodation in Växjö where you can either sign up for the student housing queue, which is free, or the regular housing queue, which is free for the first year but requires an annual fee thereafter. As there is always high competition for student housing after the Notification of selection results have been announced for the autumn semesters, it is advisable to create an account on Boplats as soon as you start planning to study at Linnaeus University in Växjö, in order to start accumulating queue points as soon as possible. More information about Boplats Växjö can be found on the link Student housing (vaxjo.se)
There are several housing companies offering rentals that you cannot register for at Boplats. Instead you need to contact each company besides registering with Boplats. Often this is done through an application of interest, or an email, or with a phone call. We recommend:
Regular housing
Of course, there are also non-student housing options that may be an alternative for someone who either cannot find student housing or does not want to live near campus. Below, we provide a link to several different options in Växjö. It is worth noting that these landlords often require proof of income or similar documents.
Subletting, furnished apartments and more
Linnaeus Union has a housing agency that is available to all students. There, you can find private landlords renting out rooms, apartments, houses. No registration necessary, you contact the person renting out directly via e-mail or phone.
Ytterligare tips inom den här kategorin är Blocket! Där är det bra att både söka på befintliga annonser om lediga boenden, men också att du lägger ut en annons som bostadsökande med lite information om dig själv. Då kan privata hyresvärdar ta kontakt med dig om de har något boende som passar dig.
We can also suggest various Facebook groups for apartment rentals. Like Blocket, members advertise vacant apartments, rooms, and subletting in these groups. There are also many people who post about looking for housing there, especially at the beginning of the autumn semester. You can find some of the groups below.
Short term housing
If you find yourself in a situation where you need a roof over your head quickly or perhaps need somewhere to stay before finding permanent housing, we have some alternatives we can recommend.
Det är viktigt att tänka på säkerheten, kostnaden och läget (närheten till campus och bussförbindelser) i sökandet av korttidsboende. Det är också viktigt att vara beredd på att boendet kanske inte är det mest bekväma eller lyxiga, men att det kan funka en kortare tid.
Things to keep in mind
Determine your rental budget and make sure it is realistic for your finances. Also, consider other costs that may be included, such as electricity, water, waste management, internet, and cable TV.
Contract: Read through the lease agreement carefully and make sure you understand all terms and conditions before signing it. Consider the rental period, notice period, rent increases, deposit, and responsibility for any damages.
Condition of the apartment: Inspect the apartment thoroughly before renting it and note any damages or deficiencies. Also, find out if all appliances are working properly.
Location: Consider the location and its proximity to campus, public transportation, stores, and other amenities. Also, think about the safety of the area.
Landlord: Find out who the landlord is and what their reputation is. Also, ask previous tenants about their experiences renting from the same landlord. Beware of unscrupulous landlords as fraudulent activities are increasing in Sweden!
The landlords can also assist you if you experience safety issues in your residential area, such as poor street lighting, insecurity in the stairwell or or if there are people in the area who behave strangely.
it is important to feel safe duirngyour stay. We have created a Trygghetssida – Linnékåren (linnek.se)
Start of the semester: When does the program/course you will take start? You need accommodation at a day or two prior to the start. You find the info at Terminstider | lnu.se
Protect yourself against fraud
Be aware that fraud is becoming more common. Learn about different types of fraud methods used in apartment scams, such as fake ads, copied listings, overpriced apartments, or landlords requesting payments through insecure or unusual methods. The more aware you are of these methods, the better equipped you will be to avoid being deceived.
Report suspicious activities: If you believe you have encountered a case of apartment fraud or if you have been deceived, report it to local authorities or the police as soon as possible. By reporting fraud, you help protect others from getting into trouble.
More info at the police's website
