Swiss real estate market: Current facts
The quarterly Real Estate Monitor and the annual real estate study from Credit Suisse provide a comprehensive look at the Swiss real estate market. The publications focus on the long-term development of supply and demand for real estate in Switzerland.
At the core of both the real estate study and the Real Estate Monitor is a review of the current market situation. For example, prices for condominiums and single-family dwellings have risen almost continuously since 2002. There was only a brief decline in prices in 2017. Initially, the reasons behind the increase in demand for residential properties and the rise in prices were relatively low price levels and strong economic growth. Over the last few years, historically low mortgage rates have been the main driver.
The publications do not limit themselves however to an analysis of the market for residential property. Each one contains a section on the markets for residential properties, offices and commercial space as well as real estate investments.
The Credit Suisse real estate study provides a comprehensive overview of the current situation on the Swiss real estate market.
Thomas Rieder, real estate specialist at Credit Suisse
In addition to the development of real estate prices and vacancies, the real estate study also looks at current topics. This provides a fascinating insight into the special features of the Swiss real estate market and societal changes. Why are high-rise buildings going through a renaissance? Who makes the decision when purchasing a house – the man or the woman? What is the reason behind the increase in single-person households? What impact do regulatory measures have on demand for residential properties? These and many other questions have been answered in previous editions of the real estate study.
Highlights from previous publications
Three-quarters of young adults dream of owning their own home
The desire for home ownership is strong among Generations Y and Z. However, it's a dream that is increasingly out of reach.
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Demand for residential property higher than ever
COVID-19 has not slowed demand for residential property. Quite the opposite, in fact: People's desire to own their own home has a reached a new peak.
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Rental apartment construction continues to boom. Even in the wake of COVID-19.
However, the situation is different for owner-occupied housing, where the number of building permits has dropped to a record low.
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Rapid normalization expected for owner-occupied property market
The COVID-19 crisis shook up the real estate market, but the standstill was brief in nature.
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Coronavirus won't bring Swiss real estate market to its knees
The Swiss real estate market will not emerge from the coronavirus crisis unscathed. Fears of an imminent crash are nevertheless unfounded.
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High real estate prices leading to more commuters
The further away from the city, the more affordable residential property becomes. Our map can help you find the best place to live.
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Vacancy rates falling for the first time in a long time
While rental housing often remains empty for long periods of time, residential property paints a different picture.
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Imputed rental value could soon be history
Will the imputed rental value be abolished? The chances of this happening look good. How this systemic change could look for home owners.
Learn about the scenarios
Low interest rate environment makes buying residential property more attractive
In many places, buying is now cheaper than renting. Our calculator shows if this is the case in your region.
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Trend reversal in the office space market
The economic upturn has increased demand for office space – but not to the same extent everywhere.
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More vacancies than ever
There have never been as many vacant apartments as there are today. Demand for condominiums is falling as well.
Find out why
Prices for residential property continue to rise
Where is residential property expensive? Our interactive map provides information about prices and affordability.
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Property prices fall slightly
Financing a home has become more difficult. And it’s affecting prices.
Where prices are falling
