Virtual Viewing
What does it mean?
A virtual viewing means visiting an apartment remotely — through video, 3D walkthrough, or livestream. It has become more common in the Swedish housing market, especially for seekers who cannot attend in person. Landlords and rental platforms increasingly offer virtual viewings as a complement to traditional viewings.
Virtual viewings provide a good overview of floor plan, natural light, and general condition, but have limitations. You cannot assess smell, noise, ventilation, or the neighborhood feel the same way as in a physical viewing. If you are considering signing a contract after only a virtual viewing, ask for detailed photos, floor plans, and if possible a personal video walkthrough with the landlord.
Key Points
- Increasingly common in the Swedish market — video, 3D, or livestream
- Good for floor plans, natural light, and general condition
- Limitations: cannot assess noise, smell, ventilation, or neighborhood feel
- Ask for detailed photos and floor plans as supplements
- If possible, visit the apartment in person before signing a contract
Practical Tip
If you can only do a virtual viewing, ask the landlord for a live video where you can ask questions in real time. Ask them to show the view, open windows (for noise), and show common areas. Always supplement with a physical viewing if possible.
Based on content from Bofrid's Knowledge Bank