Anniversary in Malmö
Stena Property celebrated two anniversaries in Malmö in 2024. In September, Bellevuegården celebrated its 50th anniversary as a residential area, including the last 20 years with Stena as the owner and landlord. In Lindängen, Stena celebrated its 30th anniversary as owner and landlord in August. Both residential areas were built in the 70s.
What do these areas look like today?
“Both areas are leafy, safe and sustainable with engaged and happy tenants. Our staff are well appreciated and we also have many good partnerships with local associations. There are 1,060 homes in Bellevuegården, 135 of which are new environmentally certified rental apartments, as well as pleasant green spaces and social venues. Lindängen is a residential area with 645 apartments spread across four courtyards, characterised by safety, comfort and good relations between the residents,” says Unni Solbe, MD of Stena Property in Malmö.
Where did you start? What has Stena being landlord meant over the years?
“We began our long-term investment in these areas when we took them over – Lindängen in 1994 and Bellevuegården in 2004. We have invested over SEK 900 million in total focusing on well-managed homes and neighbourhoods. At Bellevuegården, we have renovated 400 apartments, built new homes and developed green spaces. In Lindängen, we focused on replacing pipework, renovating bathrooms and refurbishing courtyards.
We have also invested in relationships, which we refer to as relationship management, by engaging in active dialogues with tenants and working with the local community. Being long-term means that we can work both strategically and on an everyday basis to develop these areas. This has resulted in greater comfort, increased safety and a stronger sense of community. Quite simply, a better quality of life.”
What have been key factors in the development of these areas?
“There are many, but we can list five.
- Long-term investment. We see these areas as more than just properties – it’s about creating homes and bringing life to the spaces between the buildings.
- Relationship management and social sustainability. We have placed a great deal of emphasis on building relationships with our tenants and developing natural meeting places.
- Work to create safety and security. Partnerships with local stakeholders and ongoing dialogue with tenants has contributed to increased safety and security.
- Sustainable development: Climate-smart energy solutions and environmentally certified housing ensure that these areas are attractive today and will remain so in the future.
- Interaction with the local community. We have worked closely with other property owners, municipal initiatives and local associations to develop the areas as a whole. It is through this that we have been able to achieve the big changes.”