Karlavägen 42 - Östermalm, Stockholm
Welcome to this understated, light-filled corner apartment on Karlavägen. Carefully renovated into a home with exceptional qualities. Original features include tall windows, herringbone parquet flooring throughout, mirrored windows, doors, and niches, stucco moldings, and generous ceiling heights. A southeast-facing balcony adjoins a spacious, classic Kvänum kitchen equipped with all modern conveniences. A total of nine windows facing three directions, along with a living room, dining room, and library in a row, contribute to an airy and harmonious atmosphere. Bedroom and walk-in closet. Two bathrooms in Carrara marble.
Well-managed homeowners’ association in a beautiful building dating from 1883.
The entryway features storage options including built-in wardrobes in a classic style, open shelving, and a bench with storage underneath.
Classic gray kitchen by Kvänum with recessed lighting under the upper cabinets, a countertop, and a backsplash in Carrara marble. Appliances by Gaggenau (induction cooktop, built-in dishwasher, two ovens: one large oven and one convection oven with a built-in microwave). Liebherr extra-wide 90 cm fridge/freezer with built-in ice maker.
The kitchen features a pantry and original storage cabinets, a dining area, and access to a southeast-facing balcony overlooking the lush courtyard. Above the entrance hangs a stained-glass window by the former owner, Léo Holmgren.
Dining room with wall paneling, crown molding, a ceiling medallion, double windows, and doors. This room can also be used as a bedroom.
A library with a built-in bookshelf and stucco moldings.
Corner living room with three windows facing two directions, featuring stucco moldings and a ceiling medallion.
Spacious bedroom facing Grev Turegatan, featuring stucco moldings and a ceiling medallion, as well as an en-suite bathroom. Walk-in closet.
The en-suite bathroom features walls and an electrically heated floor made of Carrara marble. Toilet and sink. Shower. Built-in mirror.
The second bathroom features Carrara marble tiles on an electrically heated floor, as well as a washer/dryer unit under a counter with storage above and below. Toilet and sink. Built-in mirror.
Granite window sills throughout (sandstone in the bedroom) and herringbone parquet flooring in good condition. Original shutters.
Option to install a fireplace in the living room and/or possibly in the dining room (the neighbors above and below have tiled stoves in their living rooms).
All windows feature double-pane glass with soundproofing; the outer pane is the original glass.
Large basement storage room, 4.2 x 1.8 m.
Since 1883, the apartment has been owned by only two families: the current owners and the Holmgren family. Léo Holmgren (1904–1989) was a sculptor and coin engraver, and one of his works stands on Karlavägen allé from the entrance at Karlavägen . Léo’s father, Wilhelm Holmgren (1863–1943)—also an artist—purchased the apartment when it was newly built.
BF Östermalm is a traditional housing association that acquired the property in 1880, making it one of Stockholm’s oldest housing associations. A housing association (BF) is the predecessor to the tenant-owned housing association (BRF) model, and all BFs were established before 1930. The association comprises28 condominium units, two commercially owned units with condominium rights, and three rental units located at Grev Turegatan 56, Karlavägen , and Karlavägen . The courtyard features seating areas, recycling facilities, and bike racks. A laundry room is located in the basement. Heating is provided via district heating. Security cameras are installed in the stairwell and trash room. Each apartment has a storage unit in the basement. Cable TV and broadband can be provided by Ownit or ComHem. 1000 Mbit/s broadband with Ownit is included in the fee for all members. Heat, water, and internet connection are included. Fees are paid monthly in arrears.Legal entities are not accepted as members.The association charges a transfer fee, which is billed to the buyer, and a mortgage registration fee of up to 1% of the price base amount, which is billed to the mortgagor.
The association owns the property STOCKHOLM FLUNDRAN 5 and is classified as a private housing company under the Income Tax Act.
The housing association was incorporated in 1897 and owns the land outright.
Renovations Completed
2020 New entrance pavers in front of the entrance on Grev Turegatan. Security cameras installed in all building entrances and in the courtyard building.
The marble floor in the entrance at Grev Turegatan 56 has been sanded. An OVK inspection and energy performance certificate have been completed.
2019 Window painting, basement renovation, installation of energy-efficient lighting. Renovation of the trash room.
2018 Remediation of moisture in the basement, pest control, and repair of damage to the facade. Balcony facade on some apartments.
2017 Pipe flushing, renovation of balcony facades
2016 Installation of insulated glass, inspection of balconies, and repair of the facade of the attic apartments. Installation of broadband and a new intercom system.
1991 Pipe replacement
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