Pope Leo XIV moves into Apostolic Palace apartment from Palazzo del Sant’Uffizio

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VATICAN CITY — (NPA) March 15 — The Holy See Press Office has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has taken possession of the papal apartment in the Apostolic Palace, moving in with close collaborators on Saturday afternoon.

Matteo Bruni, Director of the Press Office, said the pontiff had previously resided at the Palazzo del Sant’Uffizio since the start of his pontificate, where he had lived while serving as Prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. The newly renovated apartment, located in the Third Loggia of the Apostolic Palace, includes a private study overlooking St. Peter’s Square, a library, and a small chapel.

According to the Vatican, Pope Leo removed the seals on the apartment in May 2025, which had been placed following the death of Pope Francis, who chose to reside at Casa Santa Marta. The residence has historic significance, with Saint Pius X (1903–1914) being the first pontiff to occupy the rooms in the Third Loggia.