Maison Forte
Maison Forte AB is a Swedish real estate developer founded in 2014, based in Nyköping, building residential, senior living, care, and community properties across the Mälardalen region, owned by the Karlsson family office.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersNyköping, Sweden
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingServices
What Maison Forte does
Maison Forte AB is a privately held Swedish real estate development company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Nyköping, with a secondary office in Eskilstuna. The company develops residential, senior living, care, educational, and commercial real estate primarily across the Mälardalen region of Sweden, with a portfolio spanning bostadsrätter (housing association condominiums), rental apartments, townhouses, care housing under the proprietary Omnia concept, schools, and commercial properties. Notable projects include the 1,600-apartment Nöthagen district in partnership with SBB, the 27,900 sqm BTA 21:an commercial conversion in Eskilstuna, and senior projects like Östersjöbrisen and Gillet (Miljöbyggnad Guld certified). The company is owned by AMK Family Office AB, controlled by the Karlsson family, and operates with a lean team of 6 employees through a model that combines direct sales, broker partnerships (Croisette, Svensk Fastighetsförmedling), and municipal/enterprise contracts.
The company's revenue model is project-based and multi-stream: it sells housing association apartments (bostadsrätter) at fixed per-unit prices, develops rental housing with monthly recurring rent, sells senior/care facilities to municipal operators (e.g., Gillet to K-Fast Eskilstuna), and develops community properties (schools) for educational operators (Kunskapsskolan). A distinguishing feature is the customer customization process allowing buyers to design their apartments with architects at no extra cost, and the Omnia care concept co-locating multiple elderly care housing forms within a single quarter. The company maintains Miljöbyggnad Guld/Silver certifications and uses local contractors (Peab, HMB, Byggmäster i Mälardalen, Byggmästarna i Nyköping) for project execution. Distribution is sales-led through local offices combined with community engagement (sports sponsorships, charity events, Almedalsveckan participation) to build brand presence in mid-sized Swedish cities.
Maison Forte firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Maison Forte
- Legal name
- Maison Forte AB
- Website
- https://maisonforte.se
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Maison Forte AB is a Swedish real estate developer founded in 2014, based in Nyköping, building residential, senior living, care, and community properties across the Mälardalen region, owned by the Karlsson family office.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where Maison Forte is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Nyköping
- HQ country
- Sweden
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Maison Forte business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- New Development Sales - Housing Associations (Bostadsrätter): Maison Forte develops and sells apartments organized as housing associations (BRF). Buyers purchase apartments through the housing association structure. Completed projects include Stålforsen (24 units), Thuleparken (36 units), Koggen (69 units), Hällby Ökna (45 units), Växthusgränd (24 townhouses), Östersjöklippan, Östersjösnäckan, and others.
- Rental Housing (Hyresrätter): The company develops and manages rental apartments for seniors (Östersjöbrisen with 42 units) and other residential rental properties. Tenants pay monthly rent.
- Senior Living and Care Facilities: Development and sale of senior living, care housing, and assisted living facilities to municipalities or operators. Includes retirement homes, LSS group homes, and sheltered housing. Gillet project (77 units) sold to K-Fast Eskilstuna.
- Community/Public Properties (Samhällsfastigheter): Development of schools and public buildings including the Lilla Kunskapsskolan in Västerås (Soldaten 1, F-6 school for 408 students).
- Commercial Properties: Development and lease/sale of commercial spaces including the 21:an project in Eskilstuna center (27,900 m² BTA) for retail, restaurants, and event spaces.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Brf Dexter - 27 bostadsrätter in Nöthagen, Nyköping |
| Subscription | Monthly | Östersjöbrisen - Senior rental apartments in Nyköping |
| Subscription | Monthly | Gillet - Senior/retirement housing |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Växthusgränd - Townhouses in Marieberg, Nyköping |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Gillet 1 - Elderly care facility (Äldreboende) |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels11 records
Maison Forte product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Maison Forte is a local Swedish real estate developer that builds and sells residential, senior living, care, educational, and commercial properties. Its portfolio includes bostadsrätter (condominiums) sold through housing associations, rental apartments, senior-only housing (trygghetsboende), LSS group homes, elderly care facilities, schools, and mixed-use commercial centers. The company develops primarily in the Mälardalen region through offices in Nyköping and Eskilstuna, emphasizing customer-customizable homes and Miljöbyggnad-certified sustainable construction.
Product overview
Maison Forte is a local property development company founded in 2014, offering a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial real estate projects. The company operates across multiple product categories: (1) Bostadsrätter (condominiums) including Brf Dexter, Brf Skogsgläntan, and historical projects; (2) Rental housing including the senior-focused Östersjöbrisen; (3) Senior/Care housing under the Omnia concept (Kv. Gillet, Gillet 1); (4) Attic developments through subsidiary AMK Attics (Brf Heimdal 27, Brf Fågelsången, Brf Vakteln 6); (5) Townhouses and linked houses (Kv. Växthusgränd, Bastenen); (6) Urban district developments (Nöthagen, Vistinge Strand); (7) Community facilities (Soldaten 1 school). The company emphasizes customer customization options and sustainability with Miljöbyggnad certifications.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Östersjöbrisen - Senior Rental Housing Senior housing project with 42 rental apartments with terraces, balconies or ground-floor patios, featuring a property manager, community spaces, and a guest apartment. Monthly rent ranges 9,500-13,100 SEK. Targeted at senior tenants in Nyköping.
- Brf Dexter - Condominiums 27 condominiums (bostadsrätter) with 2-4 rooms, 54-108 sqm, located in the Nöthagen district near Nyköping's new travel center. Prices range 2,079,000 to 4,459,000 SEK with monthly fees 2,610-5,220 SEK. Customizable kitchens and materials. For individual buyers via housing association.
- 21:an - Commercial and Event Center Iconic property in Eskilstuna city center undergoing comprehensive renovation into commercial premises and event center. Total area 27,900 m² BTA for retail, restaurants, and event venues. For commercial tenants and operators.
- Kv. Gillet (Trygghetsboende) - Senior Housing 77 senior rental apartments in Torshälla, Eskilstuna developed under the proprietary Omnia concept, combining multiple housing forms for elderly with sustainability focus. Miljöbyggnad Gold certified. Sold to K-Fast Eskilstuna.
- Gillet 1 (Äldreboende) - Elderly Care Facility 72 one-room apartments for elderly with shared kitchens and common areas, 7,300 m² BTA. Part of phase 2 of the Omnia concept in Torshälla, Eskilstuna. Sold to K-Fast Eskilstuna.
- Soldaten 1 (Lilla Kunskapsskolan) - School Facility F-6 elementary school for approximately 408 students in Viksäng, Västerås, developed in partnership with Kunskapsskolan. Includes sports hall, cafeteria, and library. Miljöbyggnad Silver certified. For educational operator.
- Nöthagen - Mixed-Use District Development Large-scale mixed-use district development near Nyköping's new travel center. 190,000 m² BTA with approximately 1,600 apartments, offices, commercial spaces, and cultural facilities on 9.9 hectares. Developed in partnership with SBB.
- Vistinge Strand - Residential District Development Lakeside residential development near Lake Glan between Finspång and Norrköping. 41,600 m² BTA with housing, preschool, and retail space.
- Brf Skogsgläntan - Condominiums Three 5-story buildings with 3-4 apartments per floor in Skogstorp, Eskilstuna. Early development stage with buyer customization opportunities. For individual buyers via housing association.
- Brf Heimdal 27 - Attic Penthouse Development Exclusive attic penthouse project in Vasastan, Stockholm via subsidiary AMK Attics. 140 sqm BOA with two large terraces, Poliform kitchen and high-quality finishes. For individual buyers via housing association.
- Koggen 4 - Elderly Care Facility Completed elderly care facility with 84 apartments across special housing and two LSS group homes on Brandholmen, Nyköping. Long-term lease to Nyköping Municipality.
- Kv. Växthusgränd - Townhouses and LSS Group Homes 24 townhouses (106-130 m²) with solar panels, carports, storage, terraces, and gardens in Marieberg, Nyköping, plus two LSS group homes (12 apartments each) operated by Mo Gård. For individual buyers and care operator.
- Bastenen - Linked Houses 17 exclusive linked houses in Norra Arnö, Nyköping. 111-148 sqm with private boat dock and premium waterfront location. For individual buyers via housing association.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 400 homes delivered since 2014
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Maison Forte
Customer profileNamed customers10 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Maison Forte technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Maison Forte partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- SBB (Samhällsbyggnadsbolaget i Norden AB)coreStrategic partnership between Maison Forte and SBB to develop the Nöthagen district in Nyköping. A joint company has been established to accelerate construction in what may be Nyköping's most strategically important urban district. The development includes approximately 1,600 apartments, offices, and commercial spaces on 9.9 hectares adjacent to the new travel center.
- KunskapsskolancoreCollaboration to jointly identify and develop new, adapted facilities for Kunskapsskolan in both existing and new locations in central Sweden. The purpose is to create suitable and modern spaces enabling Kunskapsskolan's educational operations to grow. First project: Lilla Kunskapsskolan Västerås in Viksäng (F-6 school for 408 students).
- K-Fast Eskilstuna (Kommunfastigheter i Eskilstuna AB)minorSale of Gillet senior living property containing 81 senior apartments to K-Fast Eskilstuna AB in December 2022. The property was completed Q2 2025.
- PeabcoreGeneral contractor for Östersjöbrisen senior housing project on Brandholmen in Nyköping. Peab is executing the construction of 42 rental apartments for seniors.
- HMB Construction ABcoreGeneral contractor for Gillet care facility development in Torshälla, Eskilstuna. Construction of 72 elderly care apartments and parking garage.
- Byggmäster i Mälardalen ABcoreGeneral contractor for Lilla Kunskapsskolan in Viksäng, Västerås. Building a modern F-6 school for 408 students scheduled for completion autumn 2026.
- Byggmästarna i Nyköping ABcoreGeneral contractor for Koggen 4 elderly care facility with 84 units on Brandholmen. Completed Q2 2020.
- Croisette Real Estate PartnercoreReal estate broker handling rental sales for Östersjöbrisen senior housing project. Christine Ankarswärd from Croisette Nyköping is the contact.
- FEEL FOR LIFE by Profeel ABminorJoint organization of Maison Forte Open charity golf tournament at Eskilstuna Golf Club. Raised SEK 89,500 for Barncancerfonden.
- ENGNES Your Expansion PartnerminorAdvisory partner for retail/tenant establishment at 21:an project in Eskilstuna.
- CatellaminorAdvisory in the 21:an property transaction for structuring the commercial development.
- Nyköpings BasketminorProud sponsor of Nyköpings Basket basketball club, including Nyköpings BIS.
- Eskilstuna GUIFminorProud sponsor of Eskilstuna GUIF handball club. Created 'Hand the Ball' sustainability video project.
- Eskilstuna United DFFminorProud sponsor of Eskilstuna United DFF women's football team. Match day hosting activities.
- Svenska Para-bordtennislandslagetminorProud sponsor of Swedish Para Table Tennis team. Athletes including Hanna Händén, Jonas Hansson, Emil Anderson, Michael Azulay have won medals at international competitions.
- Schysst FramtidminorSponsor of Schysst Framtid organization.
- Ung Företagsamhet (UF)minorSponsor of Ung Företagsamhet entrepreneurship organization for youth.
- Kruhsberg FastigheterminorJoint participation in SPF Sörmland discussion about future housing for seniors in Nyköping area.
- ByggmästarnacoreGeneral contractor for Östersjösnäckan construction on Brandholmen, Nyköping.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Maison Forte competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- NCC: NCC is one of Sweden's largest construction and property development companies, active in residential, commercial, and public-sector projects. Overlaps with Maison Forte on housing-association development and school/community property delivery, but operates at much broader scale and geographic reach.
- Skanska: Skanska is a major Swedish-headquartered construction and development group with residential, commercial, and public-sector project capabilities. Comparable to Maison Forte as a broad incumbent able to deliver bostadsrätter, senior housing, and community properties, though at vastly larger scale.
- Peab: Peab is a leading Swedish construction and civil engineering group that also develops residential and community properties. Comparable to Maison Forte on the construction side (Peab is GC on Östersjöbrisen) and as a competitor in residential/community development in Swedish growth corridors.
Direct peers
- Bonava: Bonava is a Stockholm-listed residential homebuilder developing bostadsrätter and tenant-owned apartments across Sweden, Germany, and the Baltics. It is the closest direct peer to Maison Forte in product model (multi-unit housing association / condominium sales) and target customer (first-time buyers and move-up households in Sweden).
- Wallenstam: Wallenstam is a Swedish property company focused on residential development and management in Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Uppsala. Comparable to Maison Forte on urban residential development and a long-term own-and-manage philosophy, although at significantly larger scale.
- JM: JM is one of Sweden's largest residential developers, producing bostadsrätter, hyresrätter, and senior housing primarily in the Stockholm region and Swedish growth corridors. JM overlaps with Maison Forte on bostadsrätt development, senior housing, and customization-led customer journeys.
- Ikano Bostad: Ikano Bostad is a Swedish residential developer (IKEA-related) building apartments and townhouses with a strong sustainability and affordability focus. Overlaps with Maison Forte on bostadsrätt production, customization, and Miljöbyggnad-style sustainability positioning.
- OBOS Sverige: OBOS Sverige is the Swedish arm of Norwegian housing cooperative OBOS, developing bostadsrätter and single-family homes across Sweden. Directly comparable to Maison Forte on housing-association (BRF) sales model and focus on mid-sized Swedish cities.
Emerging players
- Serneke: Serneke is a Swedish construction and development firm with growing exposure to residential and mixed-use projects in Swedish regional cities. Comparable to Maison Forte on mid-sized-city residential and community development, with overlapping senior-housing and school-project capabilities.
Regional players
- Derome: Derome is a family-owned Swedish building materials producer and housing developer focused on western Sweden and Gothenburg region. Comparable to Maison Forte as a family-controlled regional residential developer, though serving a different Swedish geography.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Maison Forte social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance3 records
Maison Forte financial estimates
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Maison Forte leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Maison Forte subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Maison Forte funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Maison Forte M&A and investment
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Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Maison Forte
What does Maison Forte do?
Maison Forte is a local Swedish real estate developer that builds and sells residential, senior living, care, educational, and commercial properties. Its portfolio includes bostadsrätter (condominiums) sold through housing associations, rental apartments, senior-only housing (trygghetsboende), LSS group homes, elderly care facilities, schools, and mixed-use commercial centers. The company develops primarily in the Mälardalen region through offices in Nyköping and Eskilstuna, emphasizing customer-customizable homes and Miljöbyggnad-certified sustainable construction.
Is Maison Forte a public or private company?
Maison Forte is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Maison Forte founded?
Maison Forte was founded in 2014. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Maison Forte based?
Maison Forte is headquartered in Nyköping, Sweden, in the Europe region.
How does Maison Forte make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. New Development Sales - Housing Associations (Bostadsrätter) is the primary driver. The others are rental Housing (Hyresrätter), senior Living and Care Facilities, community/Public Properties (Samhällsfastigheter) and commercial Properties.
Who are Maison Forte's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are NCC, Skanska and Peab. Direct peers are Bonava, Wallenstam, JM, Ikano Bostad and OBOS Sverige. Serneke is listed as an emerging player. Derome is listed as a regional player.
Does Maison Forte have an API?
No public API is recorded for Maison Forte.