How much is rent in Centrum, Uppsala?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Centrum costs kr13,500 - kr16,000/month (second-hand contract) or kr10,500 - kr12,500/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from kr18,000 - kr21,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from kr23,500 - kr27,500/month.

Is Centrum safe for expats?

Centrum has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Centrum to Uppsala center?

The commute from Centrum to Uppsala city center takes approximately 0 minutes by walk.

What is Centrum like to live in?

Historic university city center. Uppsala Cathedral, river Fyrisån, shops and restaurants. The neighborhood is known for being central, historic, academic.

Centrum in Uppsala 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

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Safety Rating

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Rent in Centrum

Monthly rent in SEK (kr). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	kr10,500 - kr12,500/mo	kr13,500 - kr16,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	kr14,000 - kr16,500/mo	kr18,000 - kr21,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	kr18,500 - kr21,500/mo	kr23,500 - kr27,500/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Centrum, Uppsala?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Centrum costs kr13,500 - kr16,000/month (second-hand contract) or kr10,500 - kr12,500/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from kr18,000 - kr21,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from kr23,500 - kr27,500/month.
Is Centrum safe for expats?: Centrum has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Centrum to Uppsala center?: The commute from Centrum to Uppsala city center takes approximately 0 minutes by walk.
What is Centrum like to live in?: Historic university city center. Uppsala Cathedral, river Fyrisån, shops and restaurants. The neighborhood is known for being central, historic, academic.

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