Märsta is a suburb of Metropolitan Stockholm located in Stockholm County, Sweden. It serves as the seat of Sigtuna Municipality and had a population of 27,034 inhabitants in 2015. While its origins date back to approximately 500 AD, the area is primarily characterized today as a widespread modern residential location featuring a mix of multi-storey dwellings and smaller houses.
The town is situated near Stockholm's main international airport, Arlanda, and is currently undergoing expansion with new residential construction in central areas and surrounding neighborhoods like Steningehöjden. Transportation to Märsta is provided by bus services from Arlanda Airport and Stockholm commuter rail trains, which run at quarterly intervals during the day. The railway station also serves as a hub for local bus services connecting various parts of the municipality.
Commercial activity in the area is centered around several shopping hubs, including "Märsta Centrum," which features shops, pubs, and restaurants, and the smaller "Valsta Centrum." Additionally, an industrial zone lies east of the town center, while the "Eurostop" shopping mall is located further east near the airport.