Accommodation in Basel
Basel, which is also the canton of Basel's capital city, is Switzerland's third most densely populated region with more than 180,000 inhabitants. Located in the northwest of Switzerland, the cosmopolitan city is neighboured by both Germany and France, so its vibe is multi-cultural and more tolerant than other Swiss cities. As such, Basel is very conducive to expatriation – in fact, 30% of its population are expats. Basel not only offers business and professional opportunities but also a wide range of accommodations.
How to find accommodation in Basel
The vast majority of the population in the Canton of Basel-Stadt (around 84%) are renting a house or an apartment. Finding accommodation in Basel won't be as challenging as in other Swiss cities: different types of housing options are available at affordable prices and your rights as a tenant are protected closely by corresponding regulations.
But apartment hunting may take some time, so perhaps the smartest approach would be to get a hotel room, a temporary furnished apartment or share a flat for a few months. This will allow you to be in Basel yourself and look for accommodation. Another idea would be to look for something outside the city but within the Basel canton and within commuting distance from your work: the apartments will most likely be cheaper and the demand not so high.
That being said, you should start your search accommodation on the internet well before even arriving in Switzerland. You can start by browsing real estate websites and databases like Homegate and ImmoScout24. You can also check out classified ads in local newspapers, some of which are also available online. A real estate agency or a relocation agency can also help you find the most suitable accommodation according to your family situation and your budget.
Rent prices
Rent prices in Basel are quite affordable compared to other major Swiss cities, including Zurich and Geneva. To rent a small one or two-room apartment in Basel, you should expect to pay somewhere around 1,000 CHF (â¬859) plus utilities and costs. For bigger apartments, you can pay around 2,700 CHF (â¬2,321) per month. Of course, even within the city centre prices will vary according to the neighbourhood and the apartment's amenities. If you choose room sharing, you will need some around 700 CHF (â¬602) for a room in a shared apartment.
Districts & neighbourhoods in Basel
The Rhine River cuts through Basel, which is divided into twenty districts. Greater Basel, also known as Grossbasel, is found on the left bank ' while Kleinbasel is found on the right bank. Grossbasel's neighbourhoods include Grossbasel Altstadt, Am Ring, Gotthelf, Iselin, St Johann, St Alban, Gundeldingen, Bruderholz, and Bachletten, among others. In Kleinbasel, you will find Kleinbasel Altstadt, Kleinhüningen, Hirzbrunnen, Wettstein and Klybeck, etc. The most popular and most densely populated neighborhoods in Basel region are St Alban, St Johan Bruderholz, Iselin, Am Ring, Hirzbrunnen and Kleinhüningen Klybeck. The most affordable areas where accommodation can be found are Kleinhüningen, Hirzbrunnen and Klybeck.
Useful links:
Canton of Basel Official Website
Immoscout 24
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