Renovation of your home in Furesoe.
Furesø Municipality is a North Zealand forest and lake municipality, created by the merger of Farum and Værløse in 2007. The municipality is close to Copenhagen with S-train stations in Hareskov, Værløse and Farum, and is surrounded by forests and lakes — Farum Lake, Søndersø and Furesøen. It is a prosperous commuter municipality with low vacancy (3.4%), high property prices and strong natural value.
Furesoe in brief — context for your renovation.
parkForest and lakes as neighbours
Furesø Municipality has 10 km² of water area and 15 km² of forest area within just 57 km² total. Jonstrup Vang, Lille and Store Hareskov and Frederiksdal Skov give homes in the municipality a nature premium. Swimming and kayaking on Furesøen is part of everyday life.
trainS-train at three stations
Hareskov, Værløse and Farum stations (S-line E) provide a direct connection to Copenhagen Central in 30–45 minutes. The municipality is fully integrated into Greater Copenhagen and attracts families who want nature close to the city.
homeDetached houses, terraced houses and apartments in balance
Furesø has a remarkably even distribution: detached houses (35%), terraced houses (33%) and apartments (32%). This reflects a mixed urban and suburban structure. Vacancy is only 3.4% — the market is strong.
Your housing type.
Detached house from 1960–1990
35% of homes in Furesoe — approx. 6,400 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Detached houses mainly in Farum and the Værløse-Skovlunde area. Typically a brick house from the 1960s–80s on a 500–900 m² plot close to the S-train. The high property prices in Furesø give good profitability on renovations.
What's typical?
- — Brick exterior walls
- — Pitched roof with concrete tiles
- — District heating from Farum Fjernvarme or individual heat pump
- — Garden of 500–900 m²
- — Close to forest or lakeside
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient additional insulation in many houses
- — Worn roofs from the 1960s–70s
- — Outdated bathroom
Typical costs
New concrete tile roof
95,000–225,000 kr
North Zealand pricing — close to Lyngby and Gentofte. High demand for tradespeople. . Source: Bolius
Energy windows (per window)
4,500–10,000 kr
Installed energy window. North Zealand pricing. . Source: Bolius
New bathroom
100,000–250,000 kr
Full renovation including plumbing. High standards are expected in Furesø. . Source: Bolius
Extension (per m²)
18,000–35,000 kr/m²
Brick extension. North Zealand pricing — profitable given high property values. . 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
- — Loft conversion
Terraced house from 1970–1990
33% of homes in Furesoe — approx. 6,100 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Terraced houses are particularly widespread in Furesø — mainly in Farum and Værløse. Many are close to stations and have access to forest areas. A popular housing type sought after by families.
What's typical?
- — Brick terraced houses in one to one-and-a-half storeys
- — Pitched roof
- — District heating or individual heating
- — Garden and terrace
- — Close to forest
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient loft and wall insulation
- — Ageing windows
- — Worn bathroom
Typical costs
Loft and wall insulation
20,000–55,000 kr
Good profitability in Furesø with a strong property price trend. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior renovation
- — Roof replacement
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extensions and terrace canopies
- — Façade and window changes
Apartment building from 1960–1980
32% of homes in Furesoe — approx. 6,000 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Apartment buildings in Farum, Værløse and the Hareskov area. Station-adjacent location. Furesø has 3 listed buildings and 42 with high heritage value (SAVE 1–3) out of 274 registered.
What's typical?
- — 3–4 storeys in brick
- — District heating
- — Shared installations
Common weaknesses
- — Outdated plumbing and installations
- — Insufficient façade insulation
Typical costs
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior apartment renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Façade renovations
- — Lift projects
Local conditions in Furesoe.
local_fire_department District heating — Farum Fjernvarme + local utilities
The Farum part of the municipality is covered by Farum Fjernvarme. In the Værløse area, natural gas and individual heat pumps are common. There is an active transition to renewable energy in both parts of the municipality.
account_balance Heritage value
Furesø has 3 listed buildings and 42 with high heritage value. Værløse Air Base (now listed forest) and the historic villages have heritage-listed buildings. Check the listed buildings register before external alterations.
Look up your address at the Danish Heritage Agency's FBB register
assignment Building permit in Furesoe
Apply for a building permit via Byg & Miljø on the Furesø Municipality website. Interior alterations to a single-family home are typically permit-free.
savings Grants for energy renovation
Subsidies for energy renovation are available via Sparenergi.dk. Furesø Municipality's utilities provide information on energy optimisation.
Furesoe in figures.
Data from Statistics Denmark (2025) and the Danish Heritage Agency — context for your property.
Dwellings total
3.4% vacancy rate
Listed buildings
Source: Danish Heritage Agency FBB
Social housing units
Source: Landsbyggefonden
CO₂ emissions by sector
Energy
49,653 tonnes CO₂
Transport
46,747 tonnes CO₂
Chemical processes
2,578 tonnes CO₂
Agriculture and land use
2,462 tonnes CO₂
Waste disposal and biogas
2,969 tonnes CO₂
Wastewater
793 tonnes CO₂
Frequently asked questions
about renovation in Furesoe.
Yes — with 3.4% vacancy, S-train connections to Copenhagen and the nature premium from forests and lakes, Furesø is an attractive housing market. Renovation investments are typically profitable.
The Farum part has district heating from Farum Fjernvarme. In the Værløse area, natural gas and heat pumps are typical. Check your utility for connection terms.
Furesø has North Zealand pricing — close to Lyngby and Gentofte levels. Allow for 10–20% above the national average. Book quotes well in advance.
Værløse Air Base has been a listed forest and natural area since 2008. The former air base is now a recreational area. This does not directly affect private properties, but is part of the municipality's identity.
Yes — terraced houses in Furesø are highly sought after, particularly station-adjacent properties in Farum and Værløse. With only 3.4% vacancy and nature as a neighbour, it is a strong market.
Next steps.
Nature and homes in Furesø
Forest and lakes as the nearest neighbour. What does nature mean for property value?
local_fire_departmentDistrict heating and heat pump in Furesø
Learn about the heating supply and options for energy optimisation.
assignmentBuilding permit in Furesø
What can you do without a permit, and what requires approval?
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