Off-market property Switzerland › Zurich
Off-market real estate · Canton of Zurich
Off-market property in Zurich
Apartments in the city, villas on the Gold Coast, apartment buildings and development land: in Zurich, many sought-after properties change hands before they ever reach a portal. Off Market Homes sells your property discreetly, only to vetted buyers who have shown proof of funds and signed a confidentiality agreement.
Buyers who do not search on portals
Supply in Zurich is tight and good properties attract many enquiries within days. Many owners prefer not to expose their home or their tenants to a public sale, and many buyers, including relocating professionals, family offices and investors, register search mandates so they hear about suitable properties first. We match your property against these mandates and present it only where it really fits.
Apartments in the city districts, villas and houses on both shores of Lake Zurich, apartment buildings and income properties, development land and commercial property across the canton.
What to clarify before selling in Zurich
No property transfer tax
The canton of Zurich does not levy a property transfer tax, only notary and land registry fees. The sale is notarised by the state notary office responsible for the location of the property.
Property gains tax
In Zurich the property gains tax is levied by the municipalities and owed by the seller. The rate falls with the holding period, and very short holding periods attract a surcharge. If you buy a new owner-occupied home within the set period, the tax can often be deferred.
Buyers living abroad
Under the Lex Koller, persons living abroad generally need a permit to buy residential property in Switzerland, and the canton of Zurich does not grant permits for holiday homes. EU and EFTA nationals living in Switzerland and holders of a C permit can generally buy without a permit.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules change and every case is different. We review these points for your property in the first meeting, together with the notary and tax specialists where needed.
How it works
- Confidential first meeting, free of charge
- Free IAZI valuation based on real comparable transactions
- Matching against registered search mandates
- Discreet presentation after a confidentiality agreement
- Negotiation, purchase contract and notarisation, commission only on success
Frequently asked questions
Do you work with English-speaking buyers and sellers?
Yes. Documents, viewings and negotiations can be held in English, German, French or Italian.
Can I buy off-market property in Zurich as an expat?
If you live in Switzerland as an EU or EFTA national or hold a C permit, you can generally buy without a permit. Other cases depend on your residence status. We clarify this before you receive any documents.
What does the valuation cost?
Nothing. We prepare it free of charge with IAZI, the valuation system recognised by Swiss banks, and discuss the result with you in person.
Who finds out that my property is for sale?
Only buyers we have vetted and who have signed a confidentiality agreement. Your property does not appear on any portal, in any newspaper or on any sign.
What does it cost me as an owner?
The first meeting, the initial assessment and the valuation are free and without obligation. A commission is only due if the property is sold, and the amount is agreed in writing in advance.
Other regions: Geneva · Gstaad · All of Switzerland
Deutsch
Contact: +41 76 509 45 71 · info@off-market-homes.ch · Birkenmatt 25, 6343 Risch-Rotkreuz