Housing trends and development

A home is still your own, even if you don’t own it – renting is on the rise, and the trend shows no sign of slowing

Around one in four Finns now lives in a rented home. Attitudes towards ownership have generally begun to shift, and the same applies to housing: renting is increasingly seen as a flexible alternative. As life circumstances change, residents have the freedom to make choices that suit them best.

Housing trends and development
10 years of Lumo living
Housing trends and development
Feeling lonely? As a Lumo resident, you don’t have to be alone – how Markus discovered the communal way of life
Housing trends and development
Saana became a Lumo resident: “I think I’ll be happy to live here for a long time, maybe even my whole life”
Housing trends and development
Päivi and Jani were pleasantly surprised by the ease of everyday life: “It’s almost like living in a hotel”

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Lumo homes

Enchanting homes: a granny’s home reborn – Jenni’s house is full of stories

For Jenni, who loves hunting for vintage finds, home is one of the most important things in the world. She has created a space that is entirely her own. “This isn’t very in line with current trends,” she laughs.

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My neighbourhood

Small alleys, cute cafes, and river views – explore maritime Turku

Finland's oldest city, Turku, is an ideal combination of maritime charm, compact urban life, and fascinating history. Noora Keski-Rauska now presents the best parts of Turku.

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House stories

Nerea found a home in Tikkurila – "Here I have a life that I build myself"

Nerea Bartolomé, originally from Madrid, creates popular social media videos about the Finnish language and her life in Finland. Last autumn, she moved to Tikkurila in search of a fresh start – and found not only a home but also creativity and community.

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Guest pen

Janne Naakka’s safe haven in Katajanokka

Social media influencer Janne Naakka found himself at a major turning point in life and, together with his pets, set out to find a new home in a familiar and beloved neighbourhood — Katajanokka. A distinctive one-bedroom flat in a former coffee roastery quickly became a sanctuary, where the most important thing is simple: truly feeling at ease at home.

Lumo living

Home in the city

Housing trends and development

A home is still your own, even if you don’t own it – renting is on the rise, and the trend shows no sign of slowing

10 years of Lumo living

Feeling lonely? As a Lumo resident, you don’t have to be alone – how Markus discovered the communal way of life

Saana became a Lumo resident: “I think I’ll be happy to live here for a long time, maybe even my whole life”

Päivi and Jani were pleasantly surprised by the ease of everyday life: “It’s almost like living in a hotel”

Lumo homes

Enchanting homes: a granny’s home reborn – Jenni’s house is full of stories

Enchanting homes: ecology and colour meet in Mira’s terraced house

Enchanting homes: a green three-room flat where peace and memories have space

Enchanting homes: a unique shared city home full of personality

Enchanting homes: In Amir’s industrial-inspired home, films take centre stage

My neighbourhood

Small alleys, cute cafes, and river views – explore maritime Turku

Guide to Helsinki for expats: Exploring Finland's vibrant capital

Discover Vuosaari: Helsinki’s most scenic and welcoming neighbourhood

Tikkurila, the district of many opportunities

Konala is a village-like community: "It's safe to live and grow up here"

House stories

Nerea found a home in Tikkurila – "Here I have a life that I build myself"

Outdoor adventures and new family memories – The Liuksiala family's favourite spots in Anttilanmäki, Lahti

Amurinlinna offers modern Lumo homes in a historic Tampere quarter

Peaceful nature and space for music – these are Nuppu Oinas' favourite spots

Restaurants, sea views, and reformer pilates – Veera Bianca introduces her favourite spots in Katajanokka

Guest pen

Janne Naakka’s safe haven in Katajanokka

Iida Muinonen found her dream home in central Helsinki

A rental home is still a home

Social media entrepreneur Veera Bianca: "The less I own, the lighter life feels."

Päivi Lemström's loved ones and personal belongings made an apartment a home: “Home is a sanctuary for us.”

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