Housing for international visiting researchers and PhD students and internship

Örebro University  offer accommodation in two different buildings. Follow the link for more informtion.
More information about Forskaren
More information about The Pine

If you are interested in booking accomodation, contact your contact at your host school. They will make a request and complete the necessary application

The rental period initially runs for a minimum of one (1) month starting either on the 1st or the 16th of a month.

After the first month, the rental period can be extended in intervals of two (2) weeks .
Move-in earliest at 15:00 move-out no later than 12:00.

The term of notice is one month. 

Accomodation can only be booked by someone employed at Örebro University. They have all information on our internal webpage. 

Rent includes:
The apartment is provided with the necessary furnishings and equipment.

  • Heating,
  • water,
  • elektricity,
  • Wi-Fi
  • laundry room access.
  • duvets and pillows are provided.

It is  possible to purchase:

  • A set of bed linen, along with two towels and a roll of toilet paper, 
  • Final cleaning. 

Tenant/Residents Responsibilities
The resident is responsible for the day-to-day care and upkeep of the accommodation throughout the rental period.

This includes keeping the apartment clean and tidy, reporting any damages or maintenance issues, and using the furnishings and equipment responsibly.
No security deposit is required. However, resident/tenant may be charged for damages, excessive wear and tear, missing items, or other costs resulting from use beyond normal and reasonable living standards.

The Housing Office is available to support the resident with housing-related questions and to assist when maintenance or repairs are required. 

Payment of rent
Rent is to be payed monthly by the end of the month. An invoice will be sent to your email from our financial department. 
 
There is a possibility to pay the invoice by card. 
Follow this link for payment by card

  • Confirmation of booking will be sent out thru email.
  • Rental agreement will be sent out for electronic signature thru email/Addo Sign
  • For key pick-up check Housing Office Drop-in hours or book a time during our office hours. 
    The contact at the school (tenant) can pick up the key beforhand for the guest (resident) if keys are available. 
  • If you arrive during a weekend or on a public holiday you cannot move in until on the next working day or arrange for someone to pick up your key.
  • Access to accomodation is at 15:00
  • Access to and use of the accommodation is strictly prohibited until the tenancy officially begins. 
  • The accommodation is to be left thoroughly cleaned and ready for the next tenant to move in immediately.
    Final cleaning may be purchased when booking the accomodation.
    If the final cleaning does not meet our cleaning standards, the tenant will be charged for the additional cleaning, and an invoice will be issued accordingly.
  • Keys are to be returned at Housing Office or dropped in the key deposit box on the right side of the entrance of Entréhuset no later than 12:00
    Remember, you are responsible for the keys until the Housing Office has received them.
  • For any other information, please see your rental agreement.
    No deposit is required. However, when the tenant has moved out an inspection is made. If the space has been left uncleaned or any replacement furniture or equipment is required due to damage a separate invoice will be sent.  

Cleaning Before Departure:

The accommodation is to be left thoroughly cleaned and ready for the next tenant to move in immediately.
 If the final cleaning does not meet our cleaning standards, the resident will be charged for the additional cleaning, and an invoice will be issued accordingly.

Prepaid Final Cleaning
If you have purchased prepaid final cleaning, you are still responsible for removing all personal belongings before departure. This includes food, toiletries, clothing, bed linen, and any other personal items. All rubbish and recycling must also be taken out and disposed of properly before you leave.

Items left behind may result in additional charges.

Bedroom and Living Area

  • Vacuum the mattress thoroughly.
  • Shake out and fold the duvet and pillow. Do not leave bed linen on the bed.
  • If a bedding set was provided upon arrival, it is yours to keep and take with you when you move out.
  • When stay is longer than one month, wash the mattress cover and duvet, if these were provided by the University.
  • Floors and skirting boards
  • Windows from the inside when stained
  • Radiators
  • Wardrobes, shelves and drawers
  • Chairs and other furniture
  • Lamps and light fixtures

Kitchen

  • Countertops
  • Sink and drain
  • Refrigerator and freezer, including shelves, drawers and door seals (defrost if needed).
  • Extractor fan and filters
  • Stove and oven, including trays and racks and behind. 
  • Dishwasher, including the filter
  • Cabinets and drawers, inside and outside
  • Table and chairs
  • Walls, tiles and light fixtures
  • Floors and skirting boards
  • Empty and wash all waste and recycling bins.
  • Clean all dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen utensils

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Washbasin and drain (unscrew the bottom of the s-pipe) 
  • Shower area from lime residue
  • Floor drain
  • Mirror
  • Cabinet
  • Towel rack
  • Floors
  • Walls and tiles