Accommodation in Geneva
Switzerland has one of Europe’s lowest rates of personal property ownership. This means that accommodation in Switzerland is mainly rented by most people – and that equates to a general shortage of flats and high rentals for expats. By some estimates, less than 0.2 percent of Geneva’s 210,000 domiciles are available for rent.
For those struggling to find a decent apartment, a good alternative to the inner-city suburbs of Geneva are the peripheral areas of Cologny, Chênes-Bougeries, Meyrin, Grand-Saconnex, Veyrier, Carouge and Lancy, all of which have decent transport into the city.
Rentals run from around CHF1,000 per month for a 2-bedroom flat, with an extra amount for a parking bay. Flats tend to be well maintained and governed by a range of rules that ensure civil behaviour from neighbours. Buying a property in Geneva can be tricky as, without permanent residency, you require the authorisation of the Cantonal authority.
For a complete listing of registered Geneva Estate Agents, call the Société des Régisseurs de Genève - 022 715 02 20.
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