Rent a 4-bedroom-apartment

Perhaps you have decided that purchasing an apartment or home is just too risky of an endeavor. In that case, you may wish to rent a 4 bedroom apartment. This way, you can have plenty of space no matter the size of your family. ImmoScout24 is here to help you no matter the apartment size you need.

We can help you search for a 4 bedroom apartment for rent. All you need to do is consider what you want from the property, the size, and how much you can spend in rent and fees. Then, you can easily find an apartment to suit your needs no matter what they may be.

Renting a 4-room flat in Switzerland

A 4-room flat offers space for a family, working from home or a structured flat share. This type of flat is versatile and makes good use of space; it is in particularly high demand in urban areas. There is consistent demand for four-room flats, and availability remains limited, so it is worth booking a viewing as soon as possible.

At a glance: 1'321'841-room flats to let

Ideal for families, couples who work from home, and flat shares
Balanced ratio of living space to rental costs
Limited availability in city centres – increase your chances by applying as soon as possible
Flexible use: children’s room, office, guest room

Market overview: 4-room flats in Switzerland

Total number of 4-room flats: 1'321'841
Vacancy rate for 4-room flats: 0.97%
New 4-room flats built in the last 5 years: 61'659
Average price for a 4-room flat: CHF 802'000
Median monthly rent for a 4-room flat: CHF 1640
25th percentile price for a 4-room flat: CHF 567'500
75th percentile price for a 4-room flat: CHF 1'211'865
25th percentile rent for a 4-room flat: CHF 1300
75th percentile rent for a 4-room flat: CHF 2070

Switzerland’s housing stock includes 1'321'841 four-room flats. In the last 5 years, an additional 61'659 new-build 4-room flats have been constructed. The vacancy rate for 4-room flats is 0.97%, which indicates a shortage of supply, especially in urban locations. At the same time, the population has changed to 9'051'029 (+3.57%) over the past 3 years, which is fuelling demand. The average monthly rent for all rental properties is CHF 1640 (25% of properties cost CHF 1300 or less, while 75% cost CHF 2070 or less) – these figures refer to all rental properties, not specifically to 4-room flats. The rent will usually be higher for four-room flats, depending on the location.

What costs are involved in renting a 4-room flat?

The rental price consists of the net rent and utilities. Utility costs (e.g. heating, hot water, building maintenance) must be specified in the rental agreement – as a flat rate or as provisional advance payments – in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR). Electricity, internet and the Serafe licence fee are usually billed separately. For residential property, the rental deposit may amount to up to three months’ rent (OR 257e) and is paid into an escrow account. Other expenses may include a parking space/underground car park, removals, any painting work (by agreement), and household contents and liability insurance. According to the data, the total average tax burden is 12.38%; it will naturally affect your available household budget. Your total tax burden will vary depending on the canton and your personal situation.

A step-by-step guide to deciding whether a four-room flat is right for you

Plan a realistic budget: net rent, utilities, deposit, moving costs.
Prioritise location and infrastructure: public transport, schools, shopping, noise.
Prepare your application: credit report, proof of identity, payslips.
Compare properties: floor plan, year of construction, energy efficiency, how utilities are structured.
Check the tenancy agreement in accordance with the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR): utilities, notice periods, walk-through checklist documenting the state of the property at handover.

Next steps

Set up saved searches, activate notifications and arrange viewings early on. Have your application documents ready and clarify any remaining issues with the property manager. This will help you secure the right 4-room flat as soon as possible.