Player Homes in Skyrim: Where to Live and How to Get Them
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Skyrim All Player Houses & How to Obtain Them
Ah, Skyrim, the land of dungeons and treasure. But where do you keep all those shiny trinkets? Welcome to our guide on Skyrim player homes! From cozy abodes in cities to vast manors in the wilderness, we’ve got you covered. So grab your sweet rolls and let’s dive in!
How Many Player Houses Are In Skyrim?
Skyrim boasts nine unique player houses, each with their own charm and customization options. Six of these houses are pre-built residences located within cities. The remaining three are tied to the Hearthfire DLC and require you to obtain a plot of land. Let’s take a closer look at each of these homes.
Breezehome (Whiterun)
Location: Whiterun
Prerequisites: Complete “Bleak Falls Barrow”
House Cost: 5,000 Gold
Upgrade Cost: 1,800 Gold
Breezehome, the humble abode in Whiterun, is likely to be your first real estate venture. After completing the “Bleak Falls Barrow” quest, you can purchase it from Proventus Avenicci for a reasonable 5,000 Gold. Don’t worry about the upgrades; they’ll set you back an extra 1,800 Gold. Who needs all that gold anyway? Dragons do, apparently.
Hjerim (Windhelm)
Location: Windhelm
Prerequisites: Complete “Blood on the Ice” and finish the Civil War questline
House Cost: 12,000 Gold*
Upgrade Cost: 10,250 Gold
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Hjerim, the player home in Windhelm, is a bit more complicated to obtain. You’ll need to wrap up the “Blood on the Ice” quest and complete the Civil War questline. After that, you can purchase Hjerim for a hefty 12,000 Gold. Although, if you encounter a lucky bug, the price may drop to a more reasonable 8,000 Gold. Watch out for those bugs, they can really bite!
Honeyside (Riften)
Location: Riften
Prerequisites: Complete “Skooma Trade” and help 5 NPCs in Riften
House Cost: 8,000 Gold
Upgrade Cost: 5,000 Gold
To purchase the lovely Honeyside in Riften, you’ll need to put a stop to an underground Skooma operation and lend a helping hand to five NPCs. Once you’ve completed the “Skooma Trade” quest and gained the trust of the commoners, Honeyside can be yours for 8,000 Gold. Upgrade it to your heart’s content for a mere 5,000 Gold.
Proudspire Manor (Solitude)
Location: Solitude
Prerequisites: Complete “The Man Who Cried Wolf” and “Elisif’s Tribute”
House Cost: 25,000 Gold
Upgrade Cost: 11,000 Gold
Oh, Solitude. The land of nobility and high prices. To secure Proudspire Manor, you must first complete the quests “The Man Who Cried Wolf” and “Elisif’s Tribute.” Once you’ve proved your worth, you can empty your coin purse of a staggering 25,000 Gold to call this three-story mansion your own. The upgrades will set you back an additional 11,000 Gold, but hey, who needs all that gold when you have fancy furniture?
Severin Manor (Raven Rock)
Location: Raven Rock (Solstheim)
Prerequisites: Complete “March of the Dead,” “The Final Descent,” and “Served Cold”
House Cost: Free
Upgrade Cost: N/A
Severin Manor stands proudly in Raven Rock, and you’ll be delighted to know that it’s completely free. However, it requires completing the quests “March of the Dead,” “The Final Descent,” and “Served Cold.” Once you’ve cracked those quests like a pro, Severin Manor is yours to enjoy. No need to spend your hard-earned gold here!
Vlindrel Hall (Markarth)
Location: Markarth
Prerequisites: Please Jarl Igmund
House Cost: 8,000 Gold
Upgrade Cost: 3,900 Gold
Vlindrel Hall in Markarth offers you multiple paths to ownership. You can complete requests for Jarl Igmund, switch the Jarl as part of the “Season Unending” quest, or make Markarth a Stormcloak city during the Civil War questline. Once you’ve secured Markarth’s favor, Vlindrel Hall can be yours for 8,000 Gold. Spruce it up with some upgrades, costing an extra 3,900 Gold. Let the beauty of Markarth surround you!
Heljarchen Hall (The Pale)
Location: The Pale
Hold: Dawnstar
Prerequisites: Reach level 22, complete “Waking Nightmares,” and “Kill the Giant”
Land Cost: 5,000 Gold
Ah, Heljarchen Hall, a plot of land in The Pale. To obtain this beauty, you need to tackle the quests “Waking Nightmares” and “Kill the Giant” after reaching level 22. Speak to Skald the Elder when you’re ready to claim your land. If Dawnstar is aligned with the Imperial Legion, Brina Merils will sell you the plot for 5,000 Gold. Now, roll up your sleeves and get to building!
Lakeview Manor (Falkreath)
Location: Falkreath
Hold: Falkreath
Prerequisites: Varies
Land Cost: 5,000 Gold
Ah, Falkreath, where the trees are tall, and the deer are… well, everywhere. Lakeview Manor, located a short distance from the Guardian Stones, can be yours if you meet a few criteria. Become the Thane of Falkreath, complete quests for the Jarl, or install Dengeir of Stuhn as the Jarl by siding with the Stormcloaks. Once you’ve fulfilled one of these requirements, Lakeview Manor can be yours for 5,000 Gold. Time to channel your inner architect!
Windstad Manor (Hjaalmarch)
Location: Hjaalmarch
Hold: Morthal
Prerequisites: Complete “Laid to Rest”
Land Cost: 5,000 Gold
Welcome to Windstad Manor, situated in lovely Hjaalmarch near the cozy town of Morthal. To acquire this plot of land, you must complete the “Laid to Rest” quest for the Jarl. Once you’ve proven your loyalty, the steward of Morthal will happily sell you the plot for a grand total of 5,000 Gold. Time to break out the architectural plans and make this house magnificent!
Phew, that was quite the journey through Skyrim’s player homes! Each abode has its own unique charms and quests to complete. Whether you prefer city living, wilderness retreats, or free houses, Skyrim has you covered. Now go forth, Dragonborn, and make your mark on the land of the Nords!
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