Source: Own analysis of public Swiss real estate data · Net rent excl. utilities · Market analysis as of May 2026
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What makes a municipality liveable goes beyond property prices. Key location factors for Montreux at a glance.
Noise, sunlight and public transport vary significantly within Montreux — street by street. Check a specific address:
| Buy | Rent per month | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | CHF 450k–550k | CHF 1'000–1'200 |
| 2 rooms | CHF 650k–750k | CHF 1'600–1'800 |
| 3 rooms | CHF 950k–1.05M | CHF 2'100–2'300 |
| 4 rooms | CHF 1.35M–1.45M | CHF 2'600–2'800 |
| 5 rooms | CHF 1.85M–1.95M | CHF 3'200–3'400 |
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Property prices have been strongly rising over the past five years and continue on a slightly increasing trajectory. The long-term trend over the past decades also shows substantial growth, reflecting consistent demand for real estate in this lakeside location.
Yes, the rental market in Montreux is characterized by limited availability. Prospective tenants should expect competition for available units and may need to invest time in their search or consider flexible timing.
The purchase market offers a moderate level of available properties. While not as tight as the rental market, buyers have reasonable options to choose from, though the market remains active and competitive.
Given the limited rental availability and strong long-term price appreciation, purchasing may be attractive for those planning to stay long-term and who can afford the above-average entry prices. Renting may suit those seeking flexibility or testing the area first, though finding suitable rentals requires patience.
Montreux offers a scenic lakeside setting with good transport connections and established infrastructure. However, the above-average price levels and limited rental availability mean families should carefully assess their budget and housing needs before committing to the area.
Rents in the range of CHF 49–58/m²/mo. serve as a reference value for market-rate listings in Montreux. Individual listings may vary significantly depending on location, condition, and floor.
Rental prices in Montreux are currently typically in the range CHF 49–58 per m² per month (range depending on location, condition and floor). A 70 m² apartment thus comes to roughly CHF 3,450–4,050 per month as net cold rent — the effective market range starts lower for small apartments and rises disproportionately for large ones.
The m² price for owner-occupied apartments in Montreux is typically in the range CHF 10'100–11'300 per m². The actual range depends heavily on location, year built, finish standard and views.
The m² price for houses in Montreux is typically in the range CHF 9'300–12'000 per m² (defensive range ±12 %). House prices vary considerably depending on plot size, buildability and micro-location within the municipality — a direct m² comparison serves only as an initial orientation.
The effective tax burden in Montreux is 20.3 % on income — for a gross income of CHF 150,000 (single, without church tax) this amounts to roughly CHF 30,504 per year. The Swiss median is 19.8 %; the burden in Montreux is above. Source: Swiss Federal Tax Administration tax burden statistics 2025.
Yes — in Montreux the share of second homes is 20.3 %, above the 20 % threshold. The second-home law applies and construction of new second homes is restricted (primary-residence obligation for new builds, exceptions for legacy dwellings). Source: Federal Office for Spatial Development (ARE), 2025.
Comparison with neighbouring municipalities — purchase price difference to Montreux colour-coded.