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A Swedish YouTuber, known as The Fish Slappee, recently offered a humorous tour of his compact apartment, located in central Stockholm. Measuring only 23 square meters (247 sq ft), he demonstrates how he cleverly maximizes his living space.
The tour begins at the entrance, featuring a straightforward hallway with closet space for his clothing, jackets, and shoes. To the left, a door leads to the bathroom, where he highlights limited cabinet space, unique bathroom art, and a shower, lamenting the absence of a bathtub.
Moving on, he takes us to the kitchen, where he jokingly notes that, although small, it’s still larger than the cooking space he had while living in Japan. He proudly shows off his stovetop with three burners, a notable upgrade from his previous two-burner setup. He also reveals the contents of his fridge, freezer, and cupboards, remarking that while the cupboard space is adequate for one person, it would be insufficient for two.
Before continuing with the tour, he discusses his living situation and the rent he pays. His centrally located apartment costs just 5,131 Swedish krona (about $470 US), a remarkably low rent for a major city center. He explains that this price is quite affordable for Stockholm and shares insights about the Swedish apartment-hunting system. Although the apartment is a short-term rental, allowing him to stay for only about two years, he notes that the rent includes everything except for internet service, which he pays separately.
As he concludes the tour, he introduces the main area, which serves as his bedroom, office, and living room. He showcases a bookshelf— a thoughtful gift from his mother for his 30th birthday— along with his bike, plants, and two guitars. He also reveals his second-hand bed, purchased for 400 krona ($36 US), and expresses gratitude for his 7th-floor view, calling himself “ridiculously lucky” to have such a perspective.
Lastly, he shares his compact office space, which features bookshelves he built with his father. He emphasizes his love for the tiny apartment, noting that it meets all his needs. Although his time there is limited, he reflects on how well the space has served him over the past two years.
Recent statistics from Statistics Sweden reveal that the average living area per person in Sweden is 42 square meters (sqm). In one- or two-dwelling buildings, particularly those with ownership rights, residents enjoy an average of around 47 sqm per person. In contrast, those living in multi-dwelling buildings have slightly less, with tenant-owned flats averaging 39 sqm and rented dwellings averaging 34 sqm.
