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In a more selective Swiss real estate market, the value of a property depends as much on its quality as on the way decisions are made.

In every period of transition, market history reminds us of something simple: the strongest assets are not always the ones that attract the most attention, but the ones that remain understood, maintained and adapted at the right moment.

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Reading sources: UBS, CIFI IAZI, Wüest Partner, Federal Office for Housing, OCSTAT Geneva, Swiss Federal Council, International Geneva.

Geneva is not a city of scale. It is a city of density.

When asset quality becomes central again.

In a more selective Swiss real estate market, a property’s ability to evolve sustainably is becoming just as important as its location.

In Switzerland, the real estate market is evolving within an increasingly constrained framework. In Geneva, obtaining a building permit currently takes an average of 369 days, the longest delay in the country. These timelines, often driven by objections and procedural complexity, continue to slow down the production of new housing. In contrast, more agile cantons demonstrate that clear processes and strong local expertise can significantly shorten approval timelines.

Trends, Perspectives, and Advice...

We believe that the Swiss real estate market in 2025 is showing clear signs of stabilization after several years of rising interest rates and cautious buyer behavior. Mortgage rates remain attractive, supporting demand for quality housing in both urban and suburban areas. The limited supply in attractive locations helps maintain property values and market momentum.

Summer is a pivotal season in the real estate market. With ideal lighting conditions, a more relaxed pace, and many families aiming to move before the start of the school year, buyer activity tends to pick up significantly. But to sell quickly and at the right price, proper preparation is essential. Here's how to make the most of the summer window of opportunity.

Renovating is a major trend actually, driven by homeowners’ desire to improve their property’s energy performance while increasing its market value.

Here’s why and how you can benefit from these opportunities.

Despite a continuous rise in property prices in recent years, several studies reveal that buying real estate remains financially more advantageous than renting. A homeowner’s financial burden is significantly lower compared to that of a tenant. This conclusion holds true even with the new FINMA guidelines, which some consider restrictive.