Housing represents an opportunity for young people to build an independent life, as well as to gain basic economic security and stability. Conditions on the housing market strongly affect young people’s ability to find suitable accommodation. Housing markets may differ significantly across countries in terms of accessibility, and by recognizing these differences, it is possible to identify opportunities that could positively influence a country’s housing market. Through a literature review, we aimed to explore the housing market in Slovenia and compare it with that of Sweden. The purpose was to examine the housing markets of both countries, analyze and compare their accessibility, and use the findings to address the proposed research questions. We were interested in the key differences between the two markets and how these differences impact their effectiveness.
Through a comparative method, we found that housing policy and active state involvement through measures and projects have the greatest influence on market conditions. The construction of public rental housing is of particular importance. Our findings show that young people in Sweden leave their parental homes much earlier than those in Slovenia, and that this outcome is shaped not only by economic and political factors but also by cultural aspects of the country.
The research data indicate that opportunities for improving young people’s access to housing are greatest when housing policy is placed at the forefront of national priorities, when the state actively intervenes through public housing projects, and when it supports the market with various measures and regulations.
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