Student housing

Live near the campus & city center in Vaasa

The student housing buildings, Lärkan 1 and Lärkan 2, are located in Vöyrinkaupunki, Vaasa, just a short stroll from the market square. All services and most educational institutions are within a comfortable walking distance from the apartments.

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Shortcuts to smooth living

Find more detailed information about our apartments, the application process, and everything essential for our current residents.

For Applicants

Are you looking for a new home? We have gathered all the essential information about applying for an apartment right here. On these pages, you will find clear instructions for the application process, as well as detailed information regarding rents and security deposits. You can also familiarize yourself with the general house policies, so you know in advance what smooth living with us is like.

Apartments

Our renovated and well-equipped properties provide a home for 200 students. Residents have access to a first-floor laundry room and bicycle storage, and Lärkan 1 also features a modernized sauna section. The paved yard offers plenty of parking spaces, both with and without heating outlets.

For residents

Find all the most important information for residents in one place. We have compiled a comprehensive information package for our current tenants covering everything related to housing. On the residents’ pages, you will find important instructions and answers to everyday questions—whether it’s about keys, internet connection, parking, terminating your lease, or the house rules.

News

New Property Management as of 2026

BC Consulting Oy will take over property management starting January 1st, 2026. Our customer service team at larkan@bcconsulting.fi is at your service for day-to-day matters…

Svenska lärarhögskolans bostadsstiftelse r.s. (Lärkan)

The foundation’s core mission is to ease the housing situation for students, primarily those studying in Swedish-language educational institutions. In Vaasa, the foundation is known as Lärkan. The foundation’s operations are managed by a board of seven (7) members, two (2) of whom represent the residents/students.