welcome to a period apartment located in the historic quarters of gamla stan. the residence features two beautiful rooms facing österlånggatan, while the kitchen and an additional room overlook the quieter inner courtyard. the apartment is characterized by several preserved original details that enhance its charm, including panel doors, decorative stucco, herringbone parquet flooring, and beautiful leaded windows that give the rooms a distinctive light and character.
the layout offers flexibility, with a spacious primary bedroom providing ample storage, while a larger room has been divided into two sleeping areas for children. the kitchen is classically designed and includes a natural dining area. a large bathroom, finished in light tones, features a bathtub and a washer/dryer. the generous hallway is enhanced by patterned leaded windows facing the courtyard.
the building is well maintained and features an elegant, representative staircase. the location is highly attractive in the historic quarters of gamla stan, with cobbled streets, small boutiques, and restaurants just outside the entrance.
the housing association, brf perseus 8, comprises residences at österlånggatan 14 and baggensgatan 13 in gamla stan. the building was constructed in 1888–89 by developer w eriksson and designed by architect isak gustaf clason.
the association acquired the property in 1994 and is a genuine housing cooperative that owns the land. it consists of a total of 11 tenant-owned apartments and one rental commercial unit of approximately 300 sqm, generating strong annual income of around sek 1.2 million. the finances are stable, and fees have remained unchanged for many years despite major renovations such as pipe replacements and façade refurbishment, along with continuous maintenance.
no major renovations are currently planned in the near future. renovation of the entrance door facing österlånggatan is planned, and within a few years, repainting of the roof may be carried out, followed by window painting at a later stage.
