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Locarno, Switzerland

Locarno, Ticino: Apartments and Villas on Lake Maggiore

83 homes and apartments for sale in Locarno, Switzerland.

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Properties for sale in Locarno

24 properties shown

"Elegante appartamento di 3.5 locali con vista panoramica a Locarno"Apartment

CHF 975,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 118 m²
Light, Space, & Lake View: The Ideal Place To Live Just Steps From The Historic CenterPenthouse

CHF 1,890,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 167 m²
Locarno Monti Luxurious Apartment With Lake ViewApartment

CHF 1,895,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 116 m²
2.5 Zi App., Seeblick Und Sonnenterrasse – Neuwertig Und KomfortabelApartment

CHF 850,000

Locarno

1 bd 2 ba 98 m²
Luxurious Penthouse Retreat – Timeless Elegance In The Heart Of SoldunoPenthouse

CHF 1,890,000

Locarno

3 bd 3 ba 220 m²
Contemporary Style & High Quality Interior FinishesApartment

CHF 1,150,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 133 m²
An Exclusive Hilltop Retreat In Locarno – Luxurious Villa With Breathtaking Panoramic ViewsVilla

CHF 2,650,000

Locarno

4 bd 3 ba 250 m²
Breathtaking Views In A Unique LocationVilla

CHF 1,900,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 162 m²
Ref. 3770 PENTHOUSE MIT ROOFTOPPenthouse

CHF 2,151,444

Locarno

4 bd 2 ba 149 m²
Charming 2 1/2 room property ownership, with 2nd residence permitApartment

CHF 582,234

Locarno

2 bd 1 ba 69 m²
3782 - PRIVACY AND QUALITY IN THE RIGHT BALANCE IN LOCARNO MONTIApartment

CHF 1,897,279

Locarno

4 bd 3 ba 167 m²
3.5 Appartamento Con Splendida Vista Lago E TerrazzaHouse

CHF 1,110,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 124 m²
Seeblick Und Sonnenterrasse – 2.5 Zi App.: Neu, Nah öv, Beheizter PoolApartment

CHF 800,000

Locarno

1 bd 2 ba 98 m²
Residenz Monti View Nr.5Apartment

CHF 1,895,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 116 m²
Riva26 Residence: Elegance, Cutting Edge Technology, & Modern ComfortApartment

CHF 2,070,000

Locarno

3 bd 2 ba 160 m²
4.5 Appartamento Con Giardino E Parziale Vista Lago Residenza Lumino LocarnoApartment

CHF 1,100,000

Locarno

4 bd 3 ba 131 m²
Penthouse Duplex With Large Terrace A Stone's Throw From LidoApartment

CHF 1,550,000

Locarno

2 bd 3 ba 148 m²
Elegant 2.5 Room Apartment With Stunning Lake ViewApartment

CHF 695,000

Locarno

1 bd 1 ba 77 m²
Comfort, Floor To Ceiling Windows With Stunning Views, & Secondary Residence Eligibility Just A FewPenthouse

CHF 4,260,000

Locarno

4 bd 2 ba 372 m²
Residenza Mimosa Ppp11House

CHF 1,490,000

Locarno

4 bd 2 ba 165 m²
Private Garden Residence Above Lake Maggiore | Locarno Monti, SwitzerlandApartment

CHF 1,550,000

Locarno

2 bd 2 ba 112 m²
One Of The Last New Build Second Residences With Lake View In SwitzerlandApartment

CHF 1,300,000

Locarno

2 bd 2 ba 83 m²
Architectural Penthouse With Panoramic Lake Maggiore Views In Locarno Monti, SwitzerlandApartment

CHF 1,730,000

Locarno

2 bd 2 ba 172 m²
"Residenza Locarno"Apartment

CHF 740,000

Locarno

2 bd 1 ba 67 m²

Buyer's guide: Locarno

Property for sale in Locarno means lake views and Swiss prices: 83 listings on RealEstateAbroad with a median asking price of €1,147,330 and about €9,412 per m². Apartments make up 52 of them.

Locarno price table

Asking prices from current listings on RealEstateAbroad, converted to euros. Price per m² uses 57 listings.

MeasureLocarno
Listings83
Median asking price€1,147,330
p25 to p75€721,726 to €1,703,393
Price per m²€9,412
Median size124 m²

What is available

Apartments lead with 52 listings, followed by 12 houses, 11 plots, 3 commercial properties, 3 penthouses and 2 villas. Three-bedroom homes are most frequent (24), then 17 two-bedroom, 16 four-bedroom, 8 five-plus and 4 one-bedroom. See Switzerland's apartment, house and penthouse pages. With a median of 124 m², units are generous by European standards, and the spread from €721,000 to €1.7 million shows how different a hillside flat and a lakefront penthouse can be. Ask about shared charges, renovation funds in the building and whether the unit counts as a main or second residence for planning.

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Life in Locarno

Locarno sits on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore, with a palm-lined promenade, Piazza Grande (home to the film festival), the Madonna del Sasso hillside church and a mild climate by Swiss standards. The nearby Ticino valleys offer hiking. Trains link to Bellinzona and Lugano, and Italy is close. The Italian-speaking setting suits buyers who want Swiss security with a southern feel. Summer can be humid and busy during festival weeks.

Swiss rules for foreigners

Switzerland restricts foreign purchases through the Lex Koller rules. Non-EU buyers generally need permits and may buy holiday homes only in limited quotas set by canton, while EU/EFTA nationals with Swiss residence can usually buy a main home freely. Ticino is a tourist canton, so confirm what applies to your nationality and the property. Costs include notary fees, land registry fees and cantonal taxes. See the Switzerland buying guide and financing overview.

Other Swiss markets

Next door: Minusio and Ascona. Ticino's Lugano and Bellinzona are the other major towns; Sierre and Crans-Montana are in Valais, a separate Alpine market. See the Switzerland overview.

Last updated 8 October 2026

Buying property in Locarno: FAQ

Can non-EU citizens buy in Locarno?

Only with permits or within holiday-home quotas under Swiss rules. Ask a Ticino notary.

Why are prices so high?

Lake views, scarcity of land and Swiss demand.

Is Locarno good for retirees?

It has a mild climate, healthcare and transport links, but costs are high.

What is the median price?

€1,147,330.

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