Renovation of your home in Faxe.
Faxe Municipality is a rural commuter municipality in Region Zealand, 70 km south of Copenhagen. Haslev is by far the largest town and the administrative centre, while Faxe, Rønnede and Faxe Ladeplads are the other town centres. 59% of the working population commutes out of the municipality — and 69% of these travel to the capital. This gives Faxe the character of a suburban municipality with rural pricing.
Faxe in brief — context for your renovation.
trainCommuter municipality with trains to Køge and beyond
Haslev and Faxe Ladeplads have rail connections via Køge to Copenhagen. The journey time is 60–80 minutes, and the municipality's population is largely oriented towards commuting. This keeps prices lower than in closer suburbs.
landscapeRural municipality with natural areas and farmland
Faxe Municipality covers 405 km² — with agriculture making up a significant portion. The nature around Faxe limestone quarry and the coastline at Faxe Ladeplads are local landmarks. Holiday cottages and farmhouses are part of the housing picture.
homeDetached houses dominate — moderate vacancy
With 60% detached houses and 5.9% vacancy, Faxe is a typical mid-sized Zealand municipality. Housing prices are low by national standards, and renovations can significantly increase value.
Your housing type.
Detached house and farmhouse from 1960–1990
60% of homes in Faxe — approx. 11,000 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Detached houses dominate Faxe Municipality — especially in Haslev, Rønnede and surrounding areas. The typical home is a brick house from the 1960s–80s, often with an older heating system. Prices are lower than in the closer Køge hinterland, but renovations are profitable given commuter demand.
What's typical?
- — Brick or rendered exterior walls
- — Pitched roof with concrete tiles
- — Oil boiler or natural gas — many are now switching to heat pumps
- — Garden of 600–1,200 m²
- — Carport or garage
Common weaknesses
- — Many houses lack additional insulation
- — Oil or gas boilers that should be replaced
- — Worn roofs from the 1960s–70s
- — Outdated bathroom and kitchen
Typical costs
New concrete tile roof
85,000–200,000 kr
Mid-range Zealand municipality — slightly lower than Køge and Næstved, but not markedly so. Local tradespeople are available. . Source: Bolius
Energy windows (per window)
4,000–8,500 kr
Installed energy window including labour. Zealand pricing. . Source: Bolius
Heat pump (air-to-air or air-to-water)
25,000–75,000 kr
Replacement of oil boiler with heat pump. Subsidies from Sparenergi.dk can reduce the cost. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Roof replacement using the same material
- — Extension under 50 m²
- — Interior renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension over 50 m²
- — Façade alterations in a heritage area
- — Loft conversion
Terraced house from 1970–1990
23% of homes in Faxe — approx. 4,200 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Terraced houses are widespread in Haslev and Rønnede — typically brick construction in one storey with a garden. A good housing type for commuters. The energy standard is generally low, but improvements are manageable.
What's typical?
- — Brick terraced houses in one storey
- — Pitched or mono-pitch roof
- — Central heating — oil boiler or natural gas
- — Small garden and terrace
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient loft and wall insulation
- — Ageing windows with poor energy performance
- — Worn bathroom
Typical costs
Loft and crawl space insulation
20,000–55,000 kr
Loft insulation + slab/crawl space. Good profitability in Faxe. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior renovation
- — Roof replacement
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension and terrace canopy
- — Façade and window changes
Apartment building from 1960–1980
16% of homes in Faxe — approx. 3,000 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Apartment buildings mainly in Haslev town centre — some social housing. Vacancy in apartments is higher than in detached houses, and renovation should be considered in light of market prices.
What's typical?
- — 3–4 storeys in brick
- — District heating or central heating
- — Shared installations
Common weaknesses
- — Outdated plumbing and installations
- — Insufficient façade insulation
Typical costs
New kitchen (standard)
50,000–130,000 kr
Standard kitchen renovation including installation. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior apartment renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Façade renovations
- — Apartment alteration and merger
Local conditions in Faxe.
local_fire_department Heating — Haslev Fjernvarme + individual systems
Haslev has district heating (Haslev Fjernvarme). In villages and the open countryside, oil boilers and individual heat pumps are typical. Many homeowners in Faxe Municipality are in the process of switching from fossil fuels to heat pumps.
account_balance Heritage value
Faxe Municipality has 27 listed buildings — typically manor houses and historic rural properties such as Gisselfeld Kloster. If your property is registered as having heritage value, external alterations typically require the municipality's approval. Check the listed buildings register.
Look up your address at the Danish Heritage Agency's FBB register
assignment Building permit in Faxe
Apply for a building permit via Byg & Miljø on the Faxe Municipality website. Interior alterations to a single-family home are typically permit-free — but always check the municipality's guidance.
savings Grants for energy renovation
Subsidies for energy renovation and heat pump conversion are available via Sparenergi.dk. Homeowners in rural areas can apply for specific rural district funding schemes.
Faxe in figures.
Data from Statistics Denmark (2025) and the Danish Heritage Agency — context for your property.
Dwellings total
5.9% vacancy rate
Listed buildings
Source: Danish Heritage Agency FBB
Social housing units
Source: Landsbyggefonden
CO₂ emissions by sector
Energy
57,712 tonnes CO₂
Transport
88,262 tonnes CO₂
Chemical processes
9,362 tonnes CO₂
Agriculture and land use
38,224 tonnes CO₂
Waste disposal and biogas
2,919 tonnes CO₂
Wastewater
720 tonnes CO₂
Frequently asked questions
about renovation in Faxe.
Yes, but with care. Prices are lower than in Køge and Næstved, and major renovations must be proportionate to the property value. Energy improvements and bathroom renovation are generally profitable — large luxury improvements are less certain.
Haslev has district heating. In villages and the open countryside, oil boilers and heat pumps are typical. Many are in the process of converting — check Sparenergi.dk for subsidies for heat pump conversion.
Haslev and Faxe Ladeplads have rail connections via Køge to Copenhagen. The typical journey time is 60–80 minutes. This is reflected in property prices — which are markedly lower than in closer suburbs.
A new concrete tile roof typically costs 85,000–200,000 kr depending on the roof's size and complexity. Prices are in line with the rest of Zealand outside the greater Copenhagen area.
Yes — 27 listed buildings, including Gisselfeld Kloster and a number of manor houses. Listed and heritage-value buildings require special approval for external alterations.
Next steps.
Switching from oil boiler to heat pump
Many homes in Faxe still use oil boilers. Learn about the options and subsidies.
assignmentBuilding permit in Faxe
What can you do without a permit, and what requires approval?
buildEnergy renovation of a detached house
Roof, windows and insulation — what is it worth in Faxe Municipality's housing market?
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