Housing & Real Estate
Geneva's housing market is one of the tightest in Europe, with a vacancy rate consistently below 1% and a strong cultural preference for renting through established régies (property management agencies). For most newcomers, the first six months in Geneva involve some form of furnished or serviced accommodation before transitioning to a long-term unfurnished lease — a process that itself requires a residence permit, references, and proof of income equivalent to…
Lemanik Home SA
Lemanik Home SA is a limited company specialised in renting apartments and houses in the Geneva sector. It offers a careful selection of residential properties and supports owners in the marketing and rental management of their assets.
View listingPropriétés du Léman SA
Propriétés du Léman SA is a Geneva real estate agency based on quai Gustave-Ador, specialised in advice and sale of residential properties in Geneva. It offers personalised support to owners and buyers, highlighting the assets of the local market and properties located near the lake.
View listingDiversification Europe SA
Diversification Europe SA operates in the real estate and investment field in Geneva. The company offers patrimonial diversification solutions, supporting its clients in the acquisition and management of real estate properties with a view to long-term performance and security.
View listingRégie des Alpes SA
Régie des Alpes SA offers complete services in management, transaction, and real estate advice in Geneva. Founded on solid ethical principles, the company supports owners and tenants with professionalism and transparency, relying on in-depth knowledge of the local market.
View listingCyrille de Planta immobilier
Cyrille de Planta immobilier is an independent Geneva activity dedicated to real estate brokerage, investment advice, and development project management. With in-depth experience of the French-speaking Swiss market since the 1990s, Cyrille de Planta supports its clients in strategic patrimonial operations.
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Housing and real estate in Geneva
Geneva's housing market is one of the tightest in Europe, with a vacancy rate consistently below 1% and a strong cultural preference for renting through established régies (property management agencies). For most newcomers, the first six months in Geneva involve some form of furnished or serviced accommodation before transitioning to a long-term unfurnished lease — a process that itself requires a residence permit, references, and proof of income equivalent to roughly three times the monthly rent.
Buying property in Switzerland is subject to Lex Koller, the federal law restricting acquisition of residential real estate by non-residents. Holders of permit C can buy without restriction; permit B holders can buy a primary residence under conditions; non-residents are generally limited to holiday properties in designated zones and require cantonal authorisation. For higher-net-worth buyers, the path typically runs through a specialist prestige agency working alongside a Swiss notaire and, where relevant, a tax advisor.
This section covers the full housing journey: property management (régies) for long-term rentals and sales, furnished apartments for relocation and short stays, temporary housing including hotels and bed & breakfasts, and moving services for local and international removals.