Key location factors for Le Locle at a glance.
Le Locle has a mixed building structure: 49 % single-family, 34 % multi-family and 11 % 2-unit buildings.
The median build year 2003 is above the Swiss average (1991). 34 % 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 July 2026
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Noise, sunlight and public transport vary significantly within Le Locle — street by street. Check a specific address:
| Buy | Rent per month | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | CHF 100k–200k | CHF 500–700 |
| 2 rooms | CHF 150k–250k | CHF 700–900 |
| 3 rooms | CHF 250k–350k | CHF 900–1'100 |
| 4 rooms | CHF 350k–450k | CHF 1'100–1'300 |
| 5 rooms | CHF 500k–600k | CHF 1'300–1'500 |
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Purchase prices have risen strongly over the past five years and show a clear upward trend in the most recent year as well. Over the long term, the market has demonstrated sustained growth, though the overall market size remains relatively small.
For a single person earning a higher income without church tax, the tax burden is rather high compared to other Swiss municipalities. Prospective residents should factor this into their overall cost calculations, as it impacts disposable income.
The supply of properties for sale is quite limited, which can make the search more challenging. Buyers may need patience and flexibility, though the smaller market also means less competition for available properties.
The rental market offers plentiful availability, making renting straightforward and potentially attractive for newcomers. Buying offers entry at comparatively low price levels with strong long-term growth, but limited supply requires careful timing and realistic expectations.
The town may appeal to buyers seeking more affordable entry into homeownership in the region, accepting a higher tax burden in exchange. Those valuing a smaller community setting with good rental options can also find suitable opportunities here.
Rents in the range of CHF 14-17/m²/mo. serve as a reference value for market-rate listings in Le Locle. Individual listings may vary significantly depending on location, condition, and floor.
Rental prices in Le Locle are currently typically in the range CHF 14-17 per m² per month (range depending on location, condition and floor). A 70 m² apartment thus comes to roughly CHF 1,000–1,200 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 Le Locle is typically in the range CHF 3'100-3'600 per m². The actual range depends heavily on location, year built, finish standard and views.
The m² price for houses in Le Locle is typically in the range CHF 3'900-5'000 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 Le Locle is 22.7 % on income — for a gross income of CHF 150,000 (single, without church tax) this amounts to roughly CHF 34,022 per year. The Swiss median is 19.8 %; the burden in Le Locle is above. Source: Swiss Federal Tax Administration tax burden statistics 2025.
No — in Le Locle the share of second homes is 18.8 %, 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 Le Locle the median is around CHF 3'340 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 Le Locle colour-coded.
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