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Kärrtorp is a pleasant residential area in southeastern Stockholm with 1950s character and a historic square. Looking for a rental here? The area offers moderate prices and good metro connections. With its well-preserved center and proximity to nature, Kärrtorp is a popular choice for families and couples seeking quiet living close to the city.
Kärrtorp by the numbers
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Nearby
16
Schools
45
Preschools
18
Grocery stores
42
Restaurants
8
Gyms
11
Healthcare
Source: OpenStreetMap
Housing queue
Average for inner suburbs, 2025
Inner suburbs
Stockholm County
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Bostadsförmedlingen 2025
Transit connections
Public transit in Kärrtorp
16 minutes to T-Centralen from Kärrtorp
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About Kärrtorp
Kärrtorp has a pleasant small-town character with a well-preserved 1950s center
Kärrtorp is a charming residential area in southeastern Stockholm built during the 1940s and 50s. The area is part of the Skarpnäck district and is known for its historic center and Kärrtorp IP, a popular sports facility.
Kärrtorp has a pleasant small-town character with a well-preserved 1950s center. The square is a social meeting point with local shops and cafes. The area holds historical significance as the site of a major 1993 demonstration where people gathered against racism.
Housing market in Kärrtorp
The housing supply includes rental and cooperative apartments in buildings from the folkhem era along with some townhouses. Prices are moderate and the area offers pleasant homes with good standards. Several properties have been upgraded with modern amenities.
Kärrtorp is served by the T-bana green line with Kärrtorp station providing connections to T-Centralen in about 15 minutes. Bus lines supplement the metro and provide connections to Nacka and Farsta. The area also has good cycling paths toward the inner city.
Rental apartments in Kärrtorp are distributed through Stockholm's housing agency with queue times of around 8-12 years. Private landlords such as Stockholmshem and Familjebostäder have holdings in the area. Look for apartments in the renovated buildings near the square for the best standards.
Search tips for Kärrtorp
Rental apartments in Kärrtorp are distributed through Stockholm's housing agency with queue times of around 8-12 years. Private landlords such as Stockholmshem and Familjebostäder have holdings in the area. Look for apartments in the renovated buildings near the square for the best standards.
Area at a glance
Good to know
Kärrtorp center with its preserved 1950s square is a real local gem with a bakery and pizzeria. Kärrtorp IP has ice rinks in winter and popular football pitches. Skarpnäck nature reserve starts just a stone's throw away, offering miles of hiking trails.
Green spaces
Nytorpsparken, Skarpnäck Nature Reserve, and Flatenbadet at Lake Flaten, one of Stockholm's cleanest swimming lakes.
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From Kärrtorp metro station on the green line, it takes about 15 minutes to reach T-Centralen. The station is centrally located in the area and most homes are within a 5-10 minute walk.
Yes, Kärrtorp has several well-regarded schools and preschools. Kärrtorp gymnasium and the elementary school near the square are popular choices. The Skarpnäck district overall offers a wide range of schools for all ages.
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