Försäljning av allmännyttan och inträde av privata ägarintressen - Effects of privatization of public housing in Sweden

The purpose of this study was to analyze effects of privatization of public housing in Sweden. Causes of privatization, impacton the housing market and social consequences are discussed. The study is based on a review of research literatureconcerning issues related to privatization of public housing. The results indicate that the proportion of publicly ownedhouses has been reduced in attractive areas. Some local communities were adversely affected. A minority sector of thepopulation and a few private landlords have been favored. Situations that justify privatization exist, but landlords needimproved incentives to be more responsible and provide better quality. More empirical studies are needed to increaseknowledge about the long-term effects of privatization.