The Pope's official residence is the Apostolic Palace, also known as the Papal Apartments, located in Vatican City. These apartments have been the traditional home of the Pope since the 17th century and include about ten rooms such as a bedroom, private study, chapel, dining room, living room, kitchen, medical suite, and staff quarters. The Papal Apartments are situated on the top floor of the Apostolic Palace, overlooking Saint Peter's Square

. However, Pope Francis (2013–2025) chose not to live in the Papal Apartments. Instead, he resided in the Domus Sanctae Marthae, a modest guesthouse within Vatican City originally built to house cardinals during conclaves. This choice reflected his preference for a simpler lifestyle. The Domus Sanctae Marthae is located near Saint Peter’s Basilica and includes a suite where Pope Francis lived with basic necessities and security provided by the Swiss Guard

. Traditionally, Popes also spent the summer months in the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo, a papal residence outside Rome, but Pope Francis did not use this residence during his papacy

. In summary:

• Official residence: Papal Apartments in the Apostolic Palace, Vatican City
• Pope Francis’ residence: Domus Sanctae Marthae guesthouse, Vatican City
• Summer residence (traditionally): Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo (not used by Pope Francis)