Topic
Housing and rent
Rents, mortgages and the property market in Ticino and the border belt: costs and rights.
189 articles on housing and rent, newest first.
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House in the Canton of Zurich: prices and costs
The average house prices in the Canton of Zurich, the own funds required for the purchase of a house and the sustainability of the mortgage loan.
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Rentals in Switzerland 2026: prices and rights
Average rental prices in Switzerland in 2026: CHF 2,500 - 3,500 per month.
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Rental market in Switzerland: prices and rights
Average rental prices in Switzerland in 2026, tenant's rights, security deposit and cancellation.
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The danger of a housing bubble continues to increase
The risk of a real estate bubble continues to increase in Switzerland, although it still remains relatively low, according to the relative index calculated by UBS.
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Swiss fleeing overseas: the cost of the house weighs
Over 154,000 Swiss live in foreign border areas: a 14% increase driven by unsustainable real estate prices and steadily growing rents.
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Buying a house in Switzerland: requirements and rates
Find out about the requirements for obtaining a mortgage in Switzerland, the minimum capital adequacy, the rates and the differences between cantonal and private banks.
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Property management: the value of time and precision
Why doesn't a successful real estate agency have time to spy on the competition? Here is the operating method based on Swiss quality and rigor.
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Swiss Rentals: Tenant Rights and Cancellation
Complete guide to tenant's rights in Switzerland, security deposit, cancellation procedure and rental dispute.
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Cost of living in Switzerland: comparison between cantons
A comparison of living costs in the main Swiss cantons: rent, spending, transport and insurance.
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Cost of living in Lugano compared to Milan: rent, transport, spending
Find out how the cost of living in Lugano compares to that in Milan, especially for border workers.
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Real estate investment in Switzerland: a guide for border workers
Analysis of constraints for non-residents, taxation and differences between first home purchase and investment for frontier workers.
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Swiss Property Prices: June Rise
In June, house prices rose by 3.1% and apartments by 4.5% on an annual basis, with sharp differences between Zurich, Ticino and the other regions.
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Mortgage in Switzerland for Cross-Border Workers: Requirements and Banks
Practical guide to the requirements and procedures for applying for a home mortgage in Switzerland as a border worker. Focus on banks and required documentation.
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Buying a house in Italy with a border mortgage: a practical guide
Buying a house in Italy with a Swiss salary: documents, guarantees, specialised banks and what you need to know for the border mortgage.
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Swiss Housing & Mobility Costs Rise: Middle Class Impact
Housing and mobility costs in Switzerland increased by 1.7% compared to the same month of the previous year. Ticino is the most affected region.
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Rentals, the market slows down: Lugano among the cities most in difficulty
Lugano shows more marked signs of weakening than other regions of the country.
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Listings for rent in Switzerland are decreasing: what's happening?
The number of listings for rental accommodation decreased by 4% between April 2025 and March 2026, while the average duration of listing has increased.
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How much does it cost to live in Lugano as a border worker: detailed analysis
Discover the real costs of living in Lugano as a border worker: rent, transport, insurance and food expenses.
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Rent Market: Vacant Properties and New Management
The rental market has changed. Old rules no longer apply. Here's how to adapt and protect your property income.
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Working as a household service worker in Ticino
Discover how to work as a household service worker in Ticino, Switzerland. Requirements, tasks and practical advice.
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Neutralizing 2026 estimates: protection for home and middle class
On June 14, 2026, vote to block the increase in tax estimates. Here's what changes for cross-border workers and homeowners.