Fridhemsgatan
Fridhemsgatan sits in the heart of the lively Majorna district, between the charming neighborhoods of Sandarna and Kungsladugård. Here, a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere meets everyday convenience, with Mariaplan’s restaurants, shops, and cafés just around the corner. The city center of Gothenburg is easily reached in just a few minutes by tram.
Quick facts about Fridhemsgatan
Accommodation fee: 6,600–7,300 SEK per month
Landlord: University of Gothenburg
Property owner: SGS
Address: Fridhemsgatan 56 and 58
Nearest bus/tram stop: Sandarna
About the neighborhood: Gothenburg Tourist Information – Majorna
Apartments/rooms:
- Fridhemsgatan 56
- 28 apartments, 25–26 m². 6,600 SEK per month.
- A four-storey building containing 59 apartments built in 2002.
- Studio with kitchenette and private bathroom with shower, 25 m².
- Fridhemsgatan 58
- 5 apartments, 25–28 m². 7,300 SEK per month.
- A six-storey building containing 89 apartments built in 2015.
- Studio with kitchenette and private bathroom with shower, 25 m².
- Smoke-free housing – Smoking is prohibited on the property at Fridhemsgatan 58.
- You need to bring your own sheets and towels.
- Kitchenware is not included, but items may have been left by previous tenants.
Additional services
- Garage
- Bike storage
- Internet
- Elevator
Fault report
If you need to report a fault in your room or apartment after moving in, please send an email to studenthousing@gu.se.
Example floor plan
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Overview map of student housing areas
How to apply
Application information can be found on the Student Housing overview page.
Housing Services
studenthousing@gu.se
Practical information
Inventory
- Bed 200×90 cm including top mattress and mattress cover: 1
- Desk: 1
- Set of drawers: 1
- Desk chair: 1
- Bookcase: 1 large or 2 small
- Dinner table: 1
- Chairs: 2
- Ceiling lamp: 1
- Desk lamp: 1
- Floor lamp: 1
What to bring
You need to bring your own bedding, sheets and towels.
Kitchenware is not included, but items may have been left by previous tenants.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed indoors.
Fridhemsgatan 58 – smoke-free housing
Many people prefer to live in a smoke-free environment for various reasons. To meet the needs of these individuals and ensure a healthy living environment, smoking is prohibited on the property at Fridhemsgatan 58.
This non-smoking policy applies to all dwellings, communal areas, balconies, and patios. Smoking is also not permitted outdoors in the immediate vicinity of the property.
Tenants agree to comply with this non-smoking policy and are also responsible for ensuring that any guests they host adhere to the smoking ban.
Internet
SGSNET broadband is included in the rent. Information about your Internet connection (how to register and set up) can be found on the SGS Internet page. For detailed instructions, visit the SGS Guides section.
To connect to the internet, use an Ethernet cable with the wall socket in your room. A cable is not included but may have been left by the previous tenant.
If you wish to use WiFi, you must bring your own WiFi router or purchase one in Gothenburg.
Post and parcels
Letters and parcels that do not fit in the mailbox are typically delivered to a nearby service point, depending on the carrier (e.g. PostNord, DHL, Bring, or UPS). For details, please check the carrier’s website or app.
If you are sending a letter or parcel, visit the relevant provider’s website for information and nearest drop-off locations. For PostNord services, you can search for your closest service point here.
If you receive a letter that is not addressed to you, cross out the recipient’s name and address, write "Retur" on the envelope, and place it in a yellow PostNord mailbox.
Storage rooms
Storage rooms are not included.
Vacuum cleaners
There is a built-in vacuum cleaner in the building. You will find the hose in a cupboard in the corridor. The machine will start when you plug the hose into one of the connection holes in the corridor. Always hang up the hose after use.
Cleaning
Students are responsible for keeping their flats clean and tidy. No personal belongings should be left in the apartment when moving out.
Household waste and recycling
Waste disposal is located in a separate building in the yard.
Laundry rooms
Fridhemsgatan 56
Two laundry rooms are located on the ground floor.
Fridhemsgatan 58
Three laundry rooms are located on floors 1–3.
Laundry rooms are booked using an Aptus tag on the booking board outside the laundry room.
Electricity and water
Electricity and water are included in the rent.
The electricity panel is equipped with a residual-current device (marked JFB, for Jordfelsbrytare). If the power goes out, check the fuses in the electric panel and switch them back on. First, check for any faulty appliances that might have caused the outage and unplug them.
Light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, and starters are considered consumables and must be replaced by tenants. If a lamp doesn’t work after replacing the bulb, submit a fault report.
Tenants are responsible for cleaning the drains in both kitchen and bathroom. Instructional videos can be found here (turn on English subtitles):
- Instruction for cleaning the drain pipe under the sink.
- Instruction for cleaning the shower drain.
If water doesn’t drain properly after cleaning, submit a fault report by emailing studenthousing@gu.se.
Fire detectors
Fridhemsgatan 56
The fire detectors in the apartments are powered by electricity. They are also equipped with a backup battery in case of a power failure. If the electricity is off for an extended period, the fire alarm will beep every 45 seconds. Submit a fault report if this happens.
Check the fire alarm regularly to ensure it is working properly.
Fridhemsgatan 58
The fire detectors in the apartments are powered by a long-life battery. When the battery is low, the detector will emit a recurring beep every few minutes. If this happens, submit a fault report by emailing studenthousing@gu.se.
Check the fire detector regularly to ensure it is functioning properly.
Car
Parking spaces are available for rent; contact SGS. There are no parking spaces for visitors on the premises. Paid parking is available on neighboring streets.