Why Montreux?
- Montreux Jazz Festival
- Belle Epoque architecture
- Breathtaking location on Lake Geneva
- Chateau de Chillon
- International flair
Market data Montreux (Q1 2026)
The property market in Montreux shows a rising trend, with prices up 3.2% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 12'000/m², apartments at CHF 9'500/m².
Taxes in Montreux
Municipal tax rate: 72%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 3.3%
Imputed rental value factor: 72% of market rental value
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Location & infrastructure
- Public transport: IR/IC (1h 10min to Zurich, 25min to Lausanne)
- Distance to lake: 50m
- Schools: Institut Le Rosey, Surval Montreux
Micro-locations in Montreux
Montreux is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:
Clarens
Clarens is Montreux's lakeside district, with Belle Epoque villas and a tranquil atmosphere.
Features: Close to the lake · Belle Epoque villas
Premium price range: CHF 13'000–18'000/m²
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Frequently asked questions about Montreux
- What is the tax rate in Montreux?
- The municipal rate is 72%. The Canton of Vaud additionally levies cantonal tax.
- What do villas cost in Montreux?
- The median price is CHF 12,000/m2. Belle Epoque villas on the lake reach CHF 18,000+/m2.
- Is lump-sum taxation available in Montreux?
- The Canton of Vaud permits lump-sum taxation - and Montreux is one of the international HNWI hotspots.
- How good are the transport connections?
- IR/IC trains reach Zurich in 1h10 and Lausanne in 25 minutes. Geneva Airport is reachable in 1h.
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Discreet consultationSource: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.