Heimstaden stealing your deposit!
We had a very disappointing experience with Heimstaden after moving out of our apartment.
We vacated the property on 1 December 2025. However, we only received the flytteafregning yesterday—almost 10 weeks later, and only after following up multiple times. When we finally received the settlement, it was extremely upsetting: 30,000 DKK was deducted from our 41,000 DKK deposit, initially without any detailed invoice.
In addition, although we paid the last month’s rent in advance when we moved in, Heimstaden still charged us rent until 15 December 2025. When we contacted them to question this amount (approximately 14,000 DKK), we were instructed to pay it immediately and were told it would be refunded later. This approach to billing has been confusing and concerning.
When we contacted Heimstaden again to express our shock and seek clarification, the response was disappointing. The representatives stated that they could only see figures in their system and were unable to provide any explanation, instead directing us to an email address for the sales team. This lack of transparency and accountability is unacceptable.
The apartment was returned in good condition. The move-out inspection went well, no damages were reported, and the apartment was cleaned thoroughly. Based on this, the size of the deposit deduction came as a complete surprise.
We have now received the detailed invoice, which suggests that extensive renovations were carried out, seemingly to upgrade the apartment to a “brand new” or “deluxe” standard. While Heimstaden is entitled to renovate its properties, a tenant’s deposit should not be treated as a funding source for major refurbishments or luxury upgrades. Deposits are intended to cover actual damages beyond normal wear and tear—not to finance improvements for future leasing or sales purposes.
If Heimstaden chooses to carry out such renovations for business reasons, those costs should be covered by the company itself, not by former tenants.
We are taking this matter very seriously and moving forward whatever extend we can, we may not get the deposit back however we want this trend to be stopped. Beyond resolving our individual case, we believe this pattern of excessive and insufficiently justified deposit deductions must be addressed and stopped. We have since come across numerous reviews and accounts from other tenants who have experienced similar situations, suggesting this is not an isolated incident.
We hope Heimstaden will address this matter fairly, transparently, and in a way that helps restore trust and prevent similar experiences for future tenants.
16 February 2026
Unprompted review