Buy & Rent Property in Glarus: Facts & Figures at a Glance
What is Glarus known for?
Glarus is located in the canton of Glarus. Glarus is known as the cantonal capital of Glarus and as a compact alpine town with a strong regional identity. It is associated with the Linth valley, mountain scenery and a practical role as an administrative and local service centre.
What does the Glarus property market look like?
Glarus has a relatively small and locally driven property market, with demand shaped by permanent residents, commuters and buyers seeking an alpine setting.
Price levels for buying and renting
Buy
The average purchase prices were:
- Apartment: 547,500 CHF
- This is 32,8 % lower than the Swiss average.
- Around 25 % of apartments are priced below 415,000 CHF.
- Around 75 % of apartments are priced at 760,285 CHF or below.
- House: 699,000 CHF
- This is 44,6 % lower than the Swiss average.
- Around 25 % of houses are priced below 534,765 CHF.
- Around 75 % of houses are priced at 950,000 CHF or below.
Rent
The average monthly rental prices were:
- Apartment: 1,380 CHF
- This is 16,4 % lower than the Swiss average.
- Around 25 % of rental listings are priced below 1,100 CHF.
- Around 75 % of rental listings cost 1,665 CHF or less.
For a detailed breakdown, visit:
https://www.immoscout24.ch/en/property-prices-m2/city-glarus
Tax rates
Glarus has a general tax charge of 10,95 %. This compares with 11,32 % for canton Glarus and 12,38 % nationally.
- Tax rates by household type:
- Single person without children: 14,91 %
- Married couple without children: 10,04 %
- Couple with children: 7,27 %
- Married pensioner: 14,05 %
- Example annual tax burden:
- Single (no children, 100,000 CHF income): 12,675 CHF
- Single (no children, 150,000 CHF income): 23,835 CHF
- Married couple (no children, 200,000 CHF income): 27,330 CHF
- Married couple (2 children, 125,000 CHF income): 8,325 CHF
- Married couple (2 children, 175,000 CHF income): 17,290 CHF
Note: Tax rates shown are indicative only and may be inaccurate; consult a qualified tax advisor for advice specific to your situation.
Availability
- Housing supply
- Vacancy rate: 1,4 % (Swiss average: 1,01 %)
- Total apartments: 6,797
- Housing growth over the last 5 years: 146 new apartments have been introduced to the market.
Demographics & economy
- Population: 12,886, with a foreigner rate of 29,47 %.
- Income: Average yearly income: 68,720 CHF. This is 16,1 % lower than the Swiss average (Swiss average: 81,875 CHF).
- Employment: Unemployment rate: 0,87 % (Swiss average: 1,47 %).
Connectivity
- It takes 75 minutes to get to the nearest major city using public transport.
- It takes 11 minutes to get to the nearest regional suburban hub using public transport.
- It takes 68 minutes to drive by car to the nearest major city.
- It takes 9 minutes to drive by car to the nearest regional suburban hub.
What is daily life like in Glarus?
Daily life in Glarus combines a walkable town centre with access to surrounding mountains, riverside areas and outdoor recreation. Residents generally find a practical mix of shops, services and local dining, while the wider canton offers hiking, winter sports and quiet natural spaces.
Which lifestyles does Glarus suit?
Glarus suits buyers who want a calm alpine lifestyle, including families, local professionals and commuters who value a manageable daily routine. It also appeals to buyers looking for a base with access to nature, as well as retirees and second-home purchasers who prefer a smaller market with a clear regional character.
Data from: June 2026
Note: The market for apartments for sale can change rapidly, so it is always advisable to check with local real estate experts/agents for the latest developments.
