Lease lengths in Stockholm vary depending on the type of contract and whether the apartment is rented first-hand or second-hand.
First-hand rentals (often secured through the queue system) are typically offered as rolling, indefinite contracts. This means the tenant can stay as long as they comply with the terms of the agreement, with standard notice periods applying if either party wishes to end the lease. These contracts provide long-term stability but are often difficult to obtain.
Second-hand rentals are more flexible in structure but also more variable. Some second-hand agreements are open-ended, but many are fixed-term contracts, commonly ranging from one to six months. These shorter periods can create uncertainty, particularly for people who need housing for a defined but longer timeframe, such as a semester, internship, or work assignment.
Allihoop’s contracts are structured to fill this mid-term gap. Stays are typically offered between three and twelve months, with the possibility of renewing the agreement if availability allows. This provides more predictability than short second-hand sublets, while maintaining the flexibility that temporary residents often require.
