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Tenant Rights in Sweden: County Guides & Legal Resources

Understand Your Rights as a Renter in Every County

Welcome to the Tenant Rights Sweden blog—your trusted source for renter information, updates, and guides nationwide. Whether you’re renting a studio in Stockholm, a flat in Gothenburg, or a home in Malmö, it’s essential to understand your rights and responsibilities under your county’s and municipality’s housing rules.

Rental rules can differ across counties and municipalities. That’s why we’ve created county guides, news posts, and legal insights tailored to where you live.

Browse Tenant Rights in Sweden by Category

Tenant rights & basic protections
Tenancy types (indefinite/fixed, lodger)
Deposit & payment proof
Rent, increases & 'bruksvärde' system
Running costs & billing (utilities)
Maintenance & repair duties
Renovations, upgrades & temporary relocation
Tenant termination (move-out, keys, cleaning)
Landlord termination & security of tenure
Check‑in/out inspections
House rules, nuisance, neighbours & pets
Privacy & access (viewings, entry)
Discrimination & equal treatment
Accessibility & reasonable adjustments
Public housing companies (queues, principles)
Housing allowance & support
Rent Tribunal & dispute resolution
Registration/notifications & formalities
Insurance & tenant liability
Energy performance, heating & indoor climate
Dwelling condition & health (mould, damp, safety)
Subletting & flat‑sharing
Student housing & corridor rooms
Personal data & privacy (GDPR)
Tourist letting & short‑stay
Templates & model letters
Safety & security in the dwelling

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