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The three main methods of finding accommodation in Switzerland are through
advertisements in the local and regional press, specialised home-finding
websites, and estate agents in the region where you wish to live.
Given the shortage of housing on the Swiss market, it is sometimes difficult
to find accommodation, especially in towns. You are therefore advised to start
looking as soon as possible. Remember too that rents in Switzerland are
relatively high compared with those in most other European countries. For
example, the average rent for a three-room apartment in 2007 was 1,086 Swiss
francs (CHF), or around EUR 690. Note in addition that rents are usually lower
in the country than in towns.
Since renting is quite costly in the long term, EU nationals living in
Switzerland may alternatively choose to buy an apartment or a house. To obtain a
home loan, however, you must put down at least 20% of the price from your own
resources. Residential property for sale can be found through the same media as
rented accommodation (newspapers, websites or estate agents).
You should also read the section on accommodation, which contains practical
information on terms and conditions of renting and purchase, tenancy agreements,
deposits payable, etc.
For more detailed information on this topic, see this
page from the Federal
Office of Justice on the acquisition of real estate by persons living
outside Switzerland.
Text last edited on: 04/2008
Source: European Union
© European Communities, 1995-2008
Reproduction is authorised.
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