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Basel, Switzerland

Property prices · 2024 · Europe

Price/sqm — City Centre CHF 13,000
Price/sqm — Outside Centre CHF 8,500
1-Bed Rent / Month CHF 2,700
3-Bed Rent / Month CHF 4,300
Avg Mortgage Rate 1.80%
Price-to-Rent Ratio 24.0x Renting is generally more cost-effective

Property price trend in Basel (2024–2026)

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Property comparison — cities in Switzerland (2024)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Basel
Basel CHF 13,000 CHF 8,500 CHF 2,700
Geneva CHF 18,000 CHF 12,000 CHF 3,500 +38.5%
Zurich CHF 16,000 CHF 9,800 CHF 2,800 +23.1%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Basel in 2024?

In Basel, the average price per sqm in the city centre is CHF 13,000, and CHF 8,500 outside the centre (2024 data). Prices have risen 4.5% since 2024.

How much is rent in Basel in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Basel rents for approximately CHF 2,700 per month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around CHF 4,300/month.

Is it better to buy or rent in Basel?

Renting is generally more cost-effective in Basel. The price-to-rent ratio is 24.0x — it would take approximately 24.0 years of rental payments to equal the property purchase price. Current mortgage rates are approximately 1.80%.

What are mortgage rates in Switzerland in 2024?

The average mortgage rate in Switzerland is approximately 1.80% as of 2024. With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

What is the price per sqm in Basel?

The average property price per square metre in Basel city centre is CHF 13,000 in 2024. Outside the centre, expect to pay around CHF 8,500/sqm.

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