Neighbourhood rent guide & price overview
Typical rent
1-bed from CHF 3,200/mo
1-bedroom apartment, new-let market
How Altstadt (Kreis 1) compares in Zurich
City budget
CHF1,800
/mo
City typical
CHF2,700
/mo
City premium
CHF4,200
/mo
Median rent in all of Zurich: CHF2,700/mo
Local renter tip for Zurich
Look at satellite communes like Winterthur (30 minutes by S-Bahn), Baden, or Schlieren — typically 25–40% cheaper than central Zurich with good rail connections. Within the city, Altstetten and Albisrieden (Kreis 9) offer the best value.
Other areas in Zurich