Rental apartment in Ekerö
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Ekerö is a unique island municipality in Lake Mälaren west of Stockholm with Drottningholm Palace as its nearest neighbor. Looking for a rental here? The supply is small but the nature and tranquility compensate. By bus from Brommaplan you reach central Stockholm in under an hour.
Ekerö by the numbers
Everything you need to know before searching
Nearby
6
Schools
15
Preschools
5
Grocery stores
10
Restaurants
3
Gyms
4
Healthcare
Source: OpenStreetMap
Housing queue
Average for surrounding municipalities, 2025
Surrounding municipalities
Stockholm County
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Transit connections
Public transit in Ekerö
40 minutes to T-Centralen from Ekerö centrum
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About Ekerö
Ekerö is characterized by a calm, rural character with lake views and open nature
Ekerö is an island municipality west of Stockholm, situated in the middle of Lake Mälaren. The municipality is home to Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and offers a unique combination of cultural history and nature-close living.
Ekerö is characterized by a calm, rural character with lake views and open nature. Despite the secluded feel, it is a popular residential area with active sports associations, good schools, and a strong local community around Ekerö centrum.
Housing market in Ekerö
The housing stock is dominated by villas and summer homes that are increasingly being converted to permanent residences. Prices are high for lakeside villas but more accessible in the municipality's inner areas. New apartment construction is underway at Ekerö centrum.
Bus route 176/177 from Brommaplan provides the main connection to central Stockholm, with a travel time of about 40 minutes. Car traffic reaches Stockholm via Ekerövägen and Drottningholmsbron, connecting to the E4 highway via Bromma.
Rental apartments on Ekerö are rare and found mainly at Ekerö centrum and Stenhamra. AB Ekerö Bostäder manages the municipal rentals. New construction at the center is adding new apartments. Be prepared to wait, but queue times are more reasonable than in the inner city.
Search tips for Ekerö
Rental apartments on Ekerö are rare and found mainly at Ekerö centrum and Stenhamra. AB Ekerö Bostäder manages the municipal rentals. New construction at the center is adding new apartments. Be prepared to wait, but queue times are more reasonable than in the inner city.
Area at a glance
Good to know
Drottningholm Palace and Court Theatre is a World Heritage site just minutes away. Ekerö centrum has undergone a renovation with new shops and restaurants. Stenhamra has a rural charm with proximity to beautiful beaches.
Green spaces
Drottningholm Palace Park is one of the Stockholm area's finest green spaces with a baroque garden. Helgö nature reserve offers hiking and birdwatching. Lake Mälaren's shores provide swimming opportunities during summer.
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FAQ about Ekerö
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Bus routes 176 and 177 from Brommaplan are the main connection and take about 40 minutes to central Stockholm. By car, you drive via Ekerövägen and Drottningholmsbron. There are no rail connections, but bus service runs regularly.
Absolutely, Drottningholm Palace and park are open to the public and located just minutes from Ekerö centrum. The palace park is free to visit year-round. The Court Theatre hosts performances during summer and is a unique cultural experience.
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