CHF 1,008,870
Claro
6 bd 3 ba 123 m²
Commercial Property in Switzerland: Offices, Retail and Mixed Use
1,279 commercial property currently listed for sale in Switzerland.
Commercial Property for sale in Switzerland
24 properties shown
CHF 691,279
Bellinzona
2 bd 1 ba 127 m²
CHF 345,639
Claro
1 bd 1 ba 41 m²
CHF 1,601,075
Rüthi
8 bd 4 ba 168 m²
CHF 950,638
Stabio
5 bd 2 ba 291 m²
CHF 1,140,766
Court
9 bd 4 ba 320 m²
CHF 1,601,075
Saas-Almagell
11 bd 5 ba 265 m²
CHF 500,307
Perroy
2 bd 1 ba 80 m²
CHF 530,356
Ascona
4 bd 1 ba 85 m²
CHF 1,502,779
Montreux
10 bd 3 ba 335 m²
CHF 1,282,371
Köniz
6 bd 2 ba 140 m²
CHF 1,150,772
Lütisburg
6 bd 3 ba 200 m²
CHF 5,003,359
Balerna
5 bd 3 ba
CHF 1,701,142
Delémont
20 bd 6 ba 486 m²
CHF 2,108,087
Saignelégier
17 bd 8 ba 750 m²
CHF 3,717,496
Alle
22 bd 5 ba 698 m²
CHF 1,485,700
Porrentruy
11 bd 8 ba 274 m²
CHF 2,108,087
Les Breuleux
17 bd 8 ba 750 m²
CHF 1,100,739
Massagno
2 bd 1 ba 150 m²
CHF 911,686
Riddes
7 bd 3 ba 278 m²
CHF 1,332,464
Tafers
5 bd 1 ba 130 m²
CHF 636,026
Lugano
4 bd 1 ba 125 m²
CHF 3,355,410
Lausanne
10 bd 4 ba 330 m²
CHF 7,026,957
Gruyères
66 bd 9 ba 1,671 m²
Commercial Property in Switzerland
Switzerland lists 1,279 commercial properties among its 13,129 current properties on RealEstateAbroad. Commercial buyers face a distinctive legal test: foreigners can generally buy premises for their own business use, but purely investing in commercial property is restricted for non-residents.
Price context
Our country-wide median asking price is €1,275,769, and the median per m² is €8,572, with a middle range of €793,481 to €2,126,652. Commercial assets vary widely, from small shop units to whole office buildings that fall far above the upper quartile. Value is typically tied to tenant covenant and lease length, and Swiss yields on prime space have historically been low.
Lex Koller and business premises
Under the Lex Koller regime, non-resident foreigners may buy commercial property where it is used for their own business activity, but not as a pure financial investment. Details depend on the facts, so seek a notary's or lawyer's opinion first. Swiss companies controlled by foreigners may also be caught.
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Locations
Zurich and Geneva lead for offices and prime retail. Lugano has a finance and service base, Lausanne a university-driven market, and resort towns like Crans-Montana have hotel and shop premises.
Due diligence
- Review leases, indexation clauses and notice periods.
- Check use permits for the premises and any contamination records on industrial land.
- Ask about VAT: commercial property sales may be exempt or opt-in.
- Check cantonal transfer tax, which differs.
- Compare with apartments or land if you are building a mixed project.
The Switzerland buying guide and market analysis give broader context.
Financing and valuation
Swiss banks value commercial property on income, using capitalisation rates and tenant quality. Expect loan-to-value ratios below those for homes, and a requirement for solid equity. Foreign buyers should arrange finance early, because bank approval and cantonal authorisation, where needed, can take time. An independent valuation helps in negotiations.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign investor buy a Swiss office building?
Non-residents generally cannot buy commercial property purely as an investment; buying premises for their own business is allowed. Confirm with a Swiss lawyer.
What yields are typical?
Swiss prime yields are lower than most of Europe, reflecting stable rents and low interest rates. We do not quote numbers here; ask for the current rent roll.
Is VAT payable?
Property sales are normally exempt from VAT, but the seller can opt for taxation in some cases. Tax advice is needed.
Can I borrow against commercial real estate?
Yes, but at lower loan-to-value than residential and with stricter affordability tests.
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