More Houses on Vadden

Apartments Near the City Center

Vadden Skövdebostäder’s popular residential area with apartments close to downtown on Falkvägen. We are now expanding the development with two additional buildings.

From this location on the slope of Billingen, you as a tenant are close to just about everything. For example, it’s not far to grocery stores, the city center with its variety of shops, and the Billingen recreation area with its outdoor activities. The apartments are well-designed with open floor plans and amenities such as an induction cooktop and a washing machine.

Architecture with Ties to Skövde

The design of the buildings is inspired by the style of architect Hans-Erland Heineman. He designed Kulturhuset and several other iconic buildings in Skövde. The buildings will feature a lime-colored stucco facade and an illuminated glass section.

Project Facts

52 new apartments.
First through third grades.
Two high-rise buildings, each with seven stories.
It is being built by Skövdebostäder and the contractor Erik Larsson Bygg.
Move-in at Vadden for the summer of 2027.
Rental date: November 10.
Rents have not been set yet—but will be posted here on our website.

Rental begins November 10

We can now announce a date for when rentals will begin. On the morning of November 10, we’ll list the apartments here on our website. Then you’ll be able to take your time looking at the different apartments and floor plans, and register your interest in the apartment(s) you’re interested in. The apartments will be rented out through our regular housing waiting list —so if you haven’t already registered for the waiting list, now is the time to do so.

Visit a model apartment

The week before rentals begin, in week 45, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a furnished three-room apartment and take a look at several other apartments on the same floor. Sign up for our waiting list, and you’ll receive an invitation to the open house.

Reduced carbon dioxide emissions

At Vadden , we Vadden on reducing carbon dioxide emissions in the construction process. We choose sustainable materials with a lower carbon footprint.

More information will be provided

If you would like information about Vadden , you Vadden sign up for our mailing list. We’ll send you the information via email, so you’ll need to provide us with a valid email address. Of course, the information will also be available here on our website.

If you're interested in the new apartments at Vadden , you Vadden also sign up for the housing waiting list.

The Apartments at Vadden

At Vadden a brand-new, modern rental apartment. It features amenities such as a washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, and induction cooktop. The open floor plan makes it easy to socialize.

The new houses in Vadden :

One-bedroom apartments (2 units, approximately 35 square meters),
Two-bedroom apartments (28 units, approximately 55–62 square meters)
Three-room apartments (22 units, approximately 71 square meters).

An open floor plan between the living room and kitchen creates a great setting for socializing. The image shows a two-room apartment measuring 62.5 square meters—actual conditions may vary.

Balcony, Storage Room, and Choice of Materials

Most apartments have their own balcony or patio. Here, for example, you can garden, enjoy a cup of coffee, or look out over Billingen and the surrounding area. All units come with a storage room, providing you with a convenient place to store items you don’t use every day. Many of the apartments have storage space on the balcony, but in some units, the storage space is located inside the apartment instead.

The walls in the shower rooms are tiled, a material that is both stylish and easy to clean. The floors in the shower rooms and the hallway are tiled—elsewhere, we’ve chosen durable hardwood flooring throughout, which gives a natural feel.

The apartments are heated using radiators.

Floor Plans

The new buildings in Vadden a variety of apartments—ranging from smartly designed studio apartments of about 35 square meters to spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 55 to 71 square meters.

Regardless of size, all apartments feature an open floor plan between the kitchen and living room, creating bright and inviting spaces. The slanted walls, windows facing multiple directions, and recessed balconies give each apartment its own unique character and an exciting floor plan with plenty of light and space. The floor plans are also available in mirror-image configurations, adding further variety to the design.

Bedroom with a door leading out to the balcony in a three-room apartment. Actual conditions may differ.

Suitable for many stages of life

No matter where you are in life, the new homes at Vadden areperfect for you.

Whether you’re about to start school, have just finished your studies, or are looking for your first place to live, Vadden offers Vadden perfect location—close to downtown, employers, and the University of Skövde. Vadden family-friendly, and its proximity to schools, preschools, sports activities, and grocery stores makes everyday life easier. For seniors, it’s safe and convenient to live in an easy-to-maintain rental unit where Skövdebostäder provides high-quality service.

The Area – Conveniently Located Near Billingen

Popular Vadden perfect for those who want to live both centrally and close to nature.

The town center, with all it has to offer, is just under a kilometer away. It’s also not far to workplaces and the University of Skövde —while the proximity to the Ica Kvantum and Coop Extra grocery stores makes everyday life easier. Families with children have easy access to playgrounds, Billingsskolan elementary school, and the Dalvägen and Billingstorps preschools.

Billingen – A Mountain of Experiences

From Vadden not far to the Billingen Outdoor Recreation Area. Here you’ll find a spa, a restaurant, and—not least—beautiful natural surroundings. Billingen offers sports activities for all seasons—everything from cross-country trails and a ski slope to fishing and mountain bike trails. Learn more about what Billingen has to offer.

Sustainability on Vadden

As a public housing company, we at Skövdebostäder are committed to setting an example in sustainability. At Vadden , we Vadden on sustainability by, among other things:

challenge us further to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in the construction process and to choose sustainable materials with a lower carbon footprint. We have set requirements for so-called carbon dioxide equivalents—a measure of greenhouse gas emissions—in our procurement for the project.
Install solar panels on the roofs.
build an environmental station for recycling.

Smoke-free area

All of Skövdebostäder’s new ousing projects are smoke-free—including Vadden. Learn more about what a smoke-free building entails.

Parking Lots in Vadden

Much of the area is within biking distance of Vadden for those who occasionally need a car, our car-sharing service is available at Jupiter central Skövde. For those who need their own car, we are building a parking garage. In addition to approximately 18 new garage spaces, we are also adding approximately 44 outdoor parking spaces in the area. The spaces will be rented out through a separate parking waiting list, and the breakdown between any visitor spaces and rented spaces has not yet been determined.

Inspired by Heineman

When Studio Ekberg designed the new buildings in Vadden , they Vadden from the style of architect Hans-Erland Heineman. Among other projects, he designed Kulturhuset, Billingehus, and St. Luke’s Church. The buildings will feature a lime-colored stucco facade and an illuminated glass section.

Vadden – About the Construction Project

Our contractor, Erik Larsson Bygg, began construction in the spring of 2025. The project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2027.

If you live near the construction site, you can find more information in our brochure, "For Those Living Near the Construction Site" (PDF).

Rainwater Management

Part of the project involves climate-adapting the area and managing larger volumes of rainwater. We are creating a shallow pond and an underground reservoir with a capacity of approximately 100 cubic meters. The municipality is also constructing a stormwater channel that runs under Vadsboleden and out to the pond near OKQ8.

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