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…
N20 Immobilier Sàrl
N20 Immobilier Sàrl deploys complete expertise in the real estate sector in Geneva and abroad. Its services encompass the purchase, sale, development, rental, management, and administration of properties, as well as investment and estate transmission advice.
View listingRIZZO Construction SA
RIZZO Construction SA is part of the RIZZO Group, a family business active since 1999 in the cantons of Geneva and Vaud as well as in French border regions. Specialised in construction, renovation, and real estate promotion, it offers complete expertise ranging from design to realisation of residential projects.
View listingStone INVEST
Stone INVEST is a dynamic and recognised real estate agency, active in Geneva and the canton of Vaud. Co-founded by market specialists, it brings together a team of experienced professionals offering sales, development, and real estate advice services.
View listingBECREM LLC
BECREM LLC is a private real estate management company offering tailor-made services in management, project development, monitoring, and interior design. Based in Geneva, it supports owners and investors in the management and enhancement of their real estate assets.
View listingNextGen Wealth Managers SA
NextGen Wealth Managers SA is an asset management and investment advice company based in Geneva. Certified B Corporation since 2023, it integrates a responsible dimension in its recommendations and supports private clientele in optimising their assets, including through real estate solutions.
View listingPractical guide
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.