Karlavägen 42 - Östermalm, Stockholm
Welcome to this elegant, light-filled corner apartment on Karlavägen. Renovated in 2026 to create a home with exceptional quality and efficient functionality. Original features include tall mirrored windows, herringbone parquet flooring throughout, mirrored doors and niches, stucco work, and generous ceiling heights. A southeast-facing balcony adjoins a spacious and classic Kvänum kitchen equipped with all modern conveniences. A total of nine windows facing three directions contribute to an airy and harmonious atmosphere. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet and custom-built dressers from New Day (2026), with an en-suite bathroom in genuine Carrara marble featuring a shower. Two additional bedrooms with built-in wardrobes from Birch & Wood (2025). A second bathroom in Carrara marble with a bathtub.
Well-maintained 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, one of which houses a washing machine, as well as a dining area and access to a southeast-facing balcony overlooking the lush courtyard. Above the kitchen entrance hangs a stained-glass window created by a former owner, Léo Holmgren.
Dining room and living room in a corner unit featuring wainscoting, crown molding, a ceiling medallion, and double windows and doors.
Corner living room and dining room with four windows, stucco trim, and a ceiling medallion.
A spacious bedroom facing Grev Turegatan, featuring stucco moldings and a ceiling medallion, as well as an en-suite bathroom.
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. It includes a toilet, sink, bathtub with shower, and towel warmers. There is also a 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 occupied by only three families. The previous owner, Léo Holmgren (1904–1989), was a sculptor and coin engraver. One of his works stands in allé 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 condominium association (BRF) model, and all BF associations date back to before 1930. The association comprises28 condominium units, two commercially owned units with condominium rights, and three rental units at the addresses Grev Turegatan 56, Karlavägen , and Karlavägen . Courtyard with seating, recycling, and bike racks. Laundry room 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 via Ownit or ComHem. 1000 Mbps broadband with Ownit is included in the fee for all members. Heating, water, and internet connection are included. The fee is 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 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
2025 - Pipe flushing
2024 - Painting of basement floors
2023 - Carpets in elevators, vinyl wall covering in elevators
2022 - Installation of AEDs and fire extinguishers
2021 - Painting of the street-level facade and renovation of the laundry room
2020 New entrance step in front of the entrance facing Grev Turegatan. Surveillance cameras in all building entrances and in the courtyard building.
Floor sanding of the marble floor has been performed in the entrance at Grev Turegatan 56. OVK and energy certification have been completed.
2019 Window painting, basement renovation, installation of energy-efficient lighting. Renovation of the trash room.
2018 Measures to address moisture in the basement, pest control, and repairs to damage on the facade. Balcony facade on some Suites.
2017 Pipe flushing, renovation of balcony facade
2016 Installation of insulated glass, inspection of balconies, and repair of the facade of the attic apartments. Installation of broadband and a new intercom.
1991 Pipe replacement
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