What is the tax rate in Locarno?

The municipal rate is 78%. Ticino offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed international HNWIs.

What do villas cost in Locarno?

The median price is CHF 12,500/m2. Muralto reaches CHF 13,000-18,000/m2 with lakeside Belle Epoque villas.

Can foreign nationals buy in Locarno?

A B/C permit is required for a primary residence. The Lex Koller governs investments. Ticino lump-sum taxation is possible for HNWIs.

How good are Locarno's connections?

SBB to Bellinzona in 25 minutes, Lugano in 45 minutes. The Centovalli line to Piedmont. Lugano-Agno airport reachable in 1 hour; Milan-Malpensa in 2h.

Real Estate in Locarno: Buy, Sell, Value

CHF 12'500Median/m² (villa)

CHF 9'800Median/m² (apt.)

↗ +3.5%Price trend YoY

Why Locarno?

The Locarno Film Festival (Piazza Grande)
A more urban Lake Maggiore alternative to Ascona
The Muralto and Minusio quarters as premium
Ticino lump-sum taxation possible
Lugano-Agno airport reachable in 1h

Market data Locarno (Q1 2026)

The property market in Locarno shows a rising trend, with prices up 3.5% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 12'500/m², apartments at CHF 9'800/m².

Taxes in Locarno

Municipal tax rate: 78%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 1.0%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value

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Location & infrastructure

Public transport: SBB to Bellinzona (25 min.), Centovalli, Lugano (45 min.)
Distance to lake: 100m
Schools: International School Locarno

Micro-locations in Locarno

Locarno is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:

Muralto

Muralto is Locarno's lakeside quarter, with a railway station and Belle Epoque villas - the most residential and premium part of the Locarnese.

Features: Lakeside · SBB station · Belle Epoque villas

Premium price range: CHF 13'000–18'000/m²

More municipalities Locarnese

Ascona (TI)
Brissago (TI)

Frequently asked questions about Locarno

What is the tax rate in Locarno?: The municipal rate is 78%. Ticino offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed international HNWIs.
What do villas cost in Locarno?: The median price is CHF 12,500/m2. Muralto reaches CHF 13,000-18,000/m2 with lakeside Belle Epoque villas.
Can foreign nationals buy in Locarno?: A B/C permit is required for a primary residence. The Lex Koller governs investments. Ticino lump-sum taxation is possible for HNWIs.
How good are Locarno's connections?: SBB to Bellinzona in 25 minutes, Lugano in 45 minutes. The Centovalli line to Piedmont. Lugano-Agno airport reachable in 1 hour; Milan-Malpensa in 2h.

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Source: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.