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Here's a short introduction to our Renting section for those looking to rent a house or apartment in Switzerland.Renting versus buying a home in Europe is a common dilemma expats face when they arrive in their new location. You will need to take many factors into consideration before deciding, including how long you plan to live in your new country of residence and the current property market, and articles like ‘How to rent or buy a house in Switzerland’ and 'Finding the perfect family home in Zurich' offer useful advice.
Unless your company provides expat apartments, or you can find something through friends, it is advisable to go through a reliable rental agency. Expatica’s A-Z listing can help you find an agency in your area.
Read our article about setting up your utility service in Switzerland and about the personal experiences of other expats in 'Paradise (Apparently): House hunting' and 'Have I lost the plot?! My Swiss garden plot.' For a broader overview, see 'An expat view of housing in Europe'.
What a good rental agent should know
As one Expatica article states: “A good agent should be able to tell you about the market, city, price and quality of housing—as well as restrictions that apply to expats, arrange visits for you, negotiate with landlords and provide a contract in English. Make sure they have a good choice of properties on their books.”
Rules and regulations for expat renting will differ depending on where you live. Therefore, make sure that you understand the terms of your rental contract. ‘How to rent an apartment in Switzerland’, for instance, outlines the important points for expat renting, including where to seek advice in case of rental disputes.
Moving to a new apartment?
Read our tips and pointers in 'Ten things to do before moving out of your apartment' and 'Keeping your telephone number when you move house'.
Expatica Housing Search
Use Expatica's Housing Search tool to help you find a place to buy or rent at the right price in the right location.
Thanks for sharing this and giving such a helpful tips. It's really hard if you are new in a particular place. It would really be a good investment when you buy a home if you are staying for a longer time.
Thanks for sharing this and giving such a helpful tips. It's really hard if you are new in a particular place. It would really be a good investment when you buy a home if you are staying for a longer time.
How to apply for a residency or work permit in Switzerland for you and your family.
Information about renting property and obtaining a mortgage in Switzerland.
Information about the Swiss healthcare system, health insurance, pharmacies and emergency numbers.
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