What is the tax rate in the City of Lucerne?

The municipal tax rate is 79%. Lucerne offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed HNWIs - an attractive alternative to Zurich.

What do villas cost in the City of Lucerne?

Villas sit at a median of CHF 17,000/m2. Wesemlin and the Bramberg slope reach CHF 18,000-26,000/m2. Premium apartments on the lake from CHF 13,500/m2.

Can foreign nationals buy in Lucerne?

A B/C permit is required for a primary residence. The Lex Koller applies in the ordinary way.

How good are Lucerne's connections?

An InterCity hub with direct connections to Zurich (40 min.), Basel (60 min.) and Geneva (3h). The Buergenstock peninsula and the Rigi are directly accessible by boat. Zurich Airport in 1h.

Real Estate in Luzern Stadt: Buy, Sell, Value

CHF 17'000Median/m² (villa)

CHF 13'500Median/m² (apt.)

↗ +4.4%Price trend YoY

Why Luzern Stadt?

A premium city on Lake Lucerne
Tax-attractive (Lucerne offers lump-sum taxation)
The KKL Lucerne and a hub for classical culture
Direct access to the Buergenstock peninsula and the Rigi
Classical tradition combined with a modern economy

Market data Luzern Stadt (Q1 2026)

The property market in Luzern Stadt shows a rising trend, with prices up 4.4% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 17'000/m², apartments at CHF 13'500/m².

Taxes in Luzern Stadt

Municipal tax rate: 79%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 1.5%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value

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Location & infrastructure

Public transport: InterCity hub (40 min. to Zurich, 60 min. to Basel), boats on Lake Lucerne
Distance to lake: 0m
Schools: Lucerne cantonal school; international schools in Zug within reach

Micro-locations in Luzern Stadt

Luzern Stadt is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:

Wesemlin

Wesemlin is Lucerne's upmarket hillside location on the east shore, with monastery surroundings and city panoramas.

Features: East-facing slope · Monastery surroundings · A quiet residential location

Premium price range: CHF 18'000–26'000/m²

Halde

Halde combines proximity to the city centre with the character of a traditional villa quarter directly on the lake.

Features: Close to the city centre · Villa quarter · Within sight of the KKL

Premium price range: CHF 16'000–24'000/m²

Frequently asked questions about Luzern Stadt

What is the tax rate in the City of Lucerne?: The municipal tax rate is 79%. Lucerne offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed HNWIs - an attractive alternative to Zurich.
What do villas cost in the City of Lucerne?: Villas sit at a median of CHF 17,000/m2. Wesemlin and the Bramberg slope reach CHF 18,000-26,000/m2. Premium apartments on the lake from CHF 13,500/m2.
Can foreign nationals buy in Lucerne?: A B/C permit is required for a primary residence. The Lex Koller applies in the ordinary way.
How good are Lucerne's connections?: An InterCity hub with direct connections to Zurich (40 min.), Basel (60 min.) and Geneva (3h). The Buergenstock peninsula and the Rigi are directly accessible by boat. Zurich Airport in 1h.

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