Key location factors for Zug at a glance.
Zug has a mixed building structure: 38 % single-family, 46 % multi-family and 11 % 2-unit buildings.
The median build year 1969 is below the Swiss average (1991). 58 % of buildings date from before 1980.
Heat pumps are recorded in 5 % of updated GWR entries (from 2015).
Source: Own analysis of public Swiss real estate data · Net rent excl. utilities · Market analysis as of May 2026
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Noise, sunlight and public transport vary significantly within Zug — street by street. Check a specific address:
| Buy | Rent per month | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | CHF 2.05M–2.15M | CHF 1'400–1'600 |
| 2 rooms | CHF 2.15M–2.25M | CHF 2'400–2'600 |
| 3 rooms | CHF 2.25M–2.35M | CHF 3'300–3'500 |
| 4 rooms | CHF 2.45M–2.55M | CHF 4'000–4'200 |
| 5 rooms | CHF 2.8M–2.9M | CHF 5'000–5'200 |
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Prices have risen significantly over the past year and have shown strong upward momentum over the past five years. The long-term trend over decades also points clearly upward, reflecting sustained demand for this location.
For the profile of a single person earning a higher income, the tax burden in Zug is very low compared to other Swiss municipalities. This makes it particularly attractive for well-earning individuals, though actual tax impact varies by personal situation.
Both the purchase and rental markets show very tight supply conditions. This means competition is high, choice is limited, and searches typically require patience. Buyers and renters should be prepared for a challenging market environment.
Given the very high purchase prices, buying requires substantial capital and long-term commitment. Renting offers flexibility but faces equally tight supply. The decision depends heavily on personal financial capacity, time horizon, and lifestyle preferences.
Zug appeals to professionals and families with strong financial means who value low taxes, good infrastructure, and international connectivity. The tight market and high prices make it less accessible for first-time buyers or those with limited budgets.
Rents in the range of CHF 38-46/m²/mo. serve as a reference value for market-rate listings in Zug. Individual listings may vary significantly depending on location, condition, and floor.
Rental prices in Zug are currently typically in the range CHF 38-46 per m² per month (range depending on location, condition and floor). A 70 m² apartment thus comes to roughly CHF 2,700–3,150 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 Zug is typically in the range CHF 17'700-19'600 per m². The actual range depends heavily on location, year built, finish standard and views.
The m² price for houses in Zug is typically in the range CHF 15'600-20'000 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 Zug is 8.8 % on income — for a gross income of CHF 150,000 (single, without church tax) this amounts to roughly CHF 13,233 per year. The Swiss median is 19.8 %; the burden in Zug is below. Source: Swiss Federal Tax Administration tax burden statistics 2025.
No — in Zug the share of second homes is 9.6 %, below the 20 % threshold. The second-home law does not apply here, and new second homes are generally permitted. Source: Federal Office for Spatial Development (ARE), 2025.
A first reference point is the local price per square metre: in Zug the median is around CHF 18'641 per m² for condominiums. A realistic estimate also factors in location, year of construction, condition, fit-out quality and view. For a free, property-specific indication you can use the Immoskop analysis tool: enter the address and property details to receive a data-based reference value — as guidance, not a substitute for an official or bank-verified valuation.
Comparison with neighbouring municipalities — purchase price difference to Zug colour-coded.
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