Flatshare in Huddinge

We also suggest you choose to live in shared flats, to have a more affordable student budget. Also, living with roommates from different parts of the world will make your exchange much more fun and enriching.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Huddinge

These are some of the most prominent pros and cons of living in a shared flat in this Swedish city:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Huddinge

• You get to take advantage of the extra savings on rent to enjoy more of all that Huddinge has to offer, as well as Stockholm, which is about 15 minutes away by public transport.
• You will most likely find a room in a convenient location for student living, such as in the neighbourhoods of Flemingsberg, Huddinge city centre and Stuvsta.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Huddinge

• You have to look at what is included in the room since in some cases towels, sheets or the service costs are not included in the monthly price.
• Some rentals have a minimum amount of time, which can be up to one year.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Huddinge

There are several apps for Erasmus+ that are useful and give a lot of information relevant to the exchange. In some of them, you will also find advice from students who have already been to Huddinge in previous years, such as remembering to bring thermal clothing, gloves, a scarf and a lot of clothing if you are going to go in winter.

How to meet people in Huddinge?

In this section, we will tell you about some of the ways you have to meet people in this Swedish city, in addition to, befriending your flatmates who will surely be one of the closest people on your Erasmus.

Student associations in Huddinge

Each of the institutions in this city has different associations. For example, if you are going to go to the University of Södertörn you can join the ESN Södertörn and participate in the various activities and events they organize during the academic year.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Huddinge

On this platform, you will find groups created by different universities, such as the so-called “KI Students” at Karolinska University. You can also join those created by student associations, such as ESN Södertörn.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Huddinge

Both from Facebook groups and associations and students on their own, WhatsApp or Telegram groups are usually created to be in more direct contact. Take the opportunity to join them, share your interests and propose different plans you want to do in the city and its surroundings.

Tips for sharing a student flat in Huddinge

Below we list some recommendations related to life in shared flats for you to take into account:

• You will get used to the cold easily, and you can enjoy different outdoor activities with your classmates on the floor, such as visiting the landscapes and natural sites near Huddinge.
• Take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture as much as you can and be part of the festivities that are celebrated during your stay in the city. For example, you will be able to participate in the celebrations of the Summer Solstice or those that take place in Stockholm.

Frequently asked questions about sharing a flat in Huddinge