Real estate investment in Sweden

Foreigners can freely buy, lease and sell real estate in Sweden.

Statistics confirm the liquidity of investments: residential real estate prices grow every quarter by an average of 1,2%. Five years ago, an apartment of 100 m² cost an average of €383,000, and today it is sold for €487,000.

€4,872

Average price per 1 m²

1,2%

Average price growth per quarter

0,01—6,2%

Associated costs, of the property value

How the residential property price index is growing in Sweden

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Cost of a 3-bedroom apartment in Sweden

€2 million

Penthouse in the historical centre of Stockholm

€1 million

Apartment within a 10-minute drive from the Royal Palace

€250,000

Apartment in Malmö

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Sweden residence permit or citizenship by real estate investment

Obtaining a Sweden residence permit or citizenship is not connected with purchasing real estate.

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Discover real estate market trends in 41 European countries

Taxes and associated costs

Check if real estate in these countries suits your goals

The selections include only verified real estate projects from reliable developers. Purchasing these properties may bring you a residence permit or even citizenship.

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Malta11 objects

€690,000+

Citizenship

1 or 3 years

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€690,000+Citizenship1 or 3 years
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Grenada20 objects

$150,000

Citizenship

6+ months

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$150,000Citizenship6+ months
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United Arab Emirates78 objects

AED 750,000+

Residence permit

2+ months

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AED 750,000+Residence permit2+ months
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Spain47 objects

€500,000+

Residence permit

5+ months

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€500,000+Residence permit5+ months
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Portugal82 objects

€820+

Residence permit

4+ months

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€820+Residence permit4+ months
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Learn the prices for purchasing and renting a property in each country, the market dynamics and taxes on buying and selling real estate.

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Real estate investment in Bulgaria

Bulgaria prohibits selling land to non-EU citizens. A land plot with a house can be bought for a legal entity if it’s a Bulgarian company.

€1,381

Average price per 1 m²

€300,000

Real estate investment for residency

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Real estate investment in Austria

The sale of real estate to foreigners is limited in Austria: you must obtain permission from a municipality for the purchase. The...

€4,611

Average price per 1 m²

2%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Great Britain

Foreigners can buy, lease and sell real estate without restrictions in the UK.

€4,310

Average price per 1 m²

1,3%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Slovakia

Foreigners can freely buy, rent out and sell real estate in Slovakia.

€2,283

Average price per 1 m²

2%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Romania

The sale of apartments to foreigners in Romania isn’t limited: they can freely purchase, rent out, and sell properties.

€1,528

Average price per 1 m²

1,3%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Norway

Foreigners can freely buy, lease and sell housing and commercial real estate in Norway.

€5,266

Average price per 1 m²

1,2%

Average price growth per quarter

A guide about investing in real estate was prepared by our expert

Igor Buglo

Igor Buglo

Head of the Maltese office, MBA

Updated:
April 26, 2024

Frequently asked questions

  • Can foreigners buy property in Sweden?

    Yes. Foreigners in Sweden can buy and sell real estate without restrictions. They can also rent out an apartment if the cooperative housing allows that.

  • Is real estate in Sweden expensive?

    The average cost of residential real estate in Sweden is €4,872 per 1 m². The price dynamics are below the European Union’s average. However, real estate prices in Sweden grow in price by 1,2% quarterly.

    An apartment in Malmo can be bought for €250,000, while a 3-bedroom apartment in Stockholm can be bought for €955,000.

  • Do Swedes pay property tax?

    Buyers of real estate in Sweden pay a stamp duty of 4,25%.

    Property owners in Sweden pay an annual property tax in the amount of 0,2% to 2,8% of the cadastral value. The rate depends on the property type.

    The owners who rent out their property, pay an annual income tax of 30%.

    Sellers of real estate in Sweden pay a capital gains tax of 30% on the difference between the sale and purchase price.

  • Is it a good investment to buy a house in Sweden?

    Yes. Real estate properties in Sweden are liquid assets. The price of residential real estate is growing quarterly by an average of 1,2%. An investor who, five years ago, bought an apartment for €383,000, can today resell it for €487,000.