Accommodation in Geneva
Finding accommodation in Geneva can be an expat's greatest challenge. There is a shortage of rentals available, and both 
prices and competition are high. By some estimates, less than 0.2 percent of Geneva’s rented accommodation is free at any point.
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 CHF 1,000 per month for a 2-bedroom flat in a less than impressive area (with an additional expense 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.
prices and competition are high. By some estimates, less than 0.2 percent of Geneva’s rented accommodation is free at any point. 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 CHF 1,000 per month for a 2-bedroom flat in a less than impressive area (with an additional expense 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.
