Why Davos?
- The World Economic Forum annually (January)
- Graubuenden lump-sum taxation available
- Lex Koller resort status with tight quotas
- The highest town in Europe (1,560 m)
- Micro-locations the Schatzalp slope and Frauenkirch, CHF 18-32k/m2
Market data Davos (Q1 2026)
The property market in Davos shows a rising trend, with prices up 5.8% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 18'500/m², apartments at CHF 14'500/m².
Taxes in Davos
Municipal tax rate: 87%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 2.0%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value
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Location & infrastructure
- Public transport: Rhaetian Railway Albula line to Chur (1h25), Glacier Express
- Distance to lake: 0m
- Schools: Swiss Alpine School Davos, international schools in the Schanfigg
Micro-locations in Davos
Davos is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:
Davos-Platz
Davos-Platz is the historic resort core, with a promenade, premium hotels and the main transport hub.
Features: Resort centre · Promenade · Steigenberger hotels
Premium price range: CHF 16'000–28'000/m²
Davos-Dorf
Davos-Dorf offers a quieter residential atmosphere, with direct access to the Parsenn ski slopes.
Features: Residential character · Parsenn access · Family resort
Premium price range: CHF 18'000–30'000/m²
Schatzalp-Hang
The Schatzalp slope is the most exclusive residential location in Davos, with sunny panoramas over the Landwasser Valley - a top address for UHNW clientele.
Features: Sunny hillside location · Schatzalp funicular · Panoramic views
Premium price range: CHF 22'000–32'000/m²
Frauenkirch
Frauenkirch is a quiet micro-location south of Davos, with an authentic Graubuenden mountain-village character.
Features: Quiet micro-location · Davos south · Authentic character
Premium price range: CHF 16'000–24'000/m²
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Frequently asked questions about Davos
- What is the tax rate in Davos?
- The municipal tax rate is 87%. Graubuenden offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed international HNWIs - a minimum tax base typically of CHF 400,000-800,000 per year.
- What do villas cost in Davos?
- Villa prices sit at a median of CHF 18,500/m2. Prime locations such as the Schatzalp slope reach CHF 22,000-32,000/m2. Davos-Dorf premium from CHF 18,000/m2.
- Can foreign nationals buy in Davos?
- Davos has Lex Koller resort status - nationals of third countries can buy holiday homes provided a cantonal quota is available. As of 2026, around 85% of the Graubuenden quotas are exhausted.
- How good are Davos's connections?
- The Rhaetian Railway Albula line to Chur (1h25), with a Glacier Express connection. By car Zurich (2h15), Engadin Airport Samedan (1h15) for private jets.
- What does the WEF mean for Davos?
- The World Economic Forum (January) is Davos's global brand anchor. During WEF week, hotel prices rise considerably; private residences are let to CEO-level clientele for between CHF 100,000 and 500,000 per week.
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Discreet consultationSource: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.