Why Sion?
- Capital of the Canton of Valais
- Attractive Valais lump-sum taxation (from CHF 250,000)
- A valley-floor alternative to the resorts (versus Verbier/Crans/Zermatt)
- Tourbillon Castle and Valere Basilica - a historic legacy
- Micro-locations Hauts-de-Sion and Mont d'Orge, CHF 12-18k/m2
Market data Sion (Q1 2026)
The property market in Sion shows a rising trend, with prices up 4.2% year-on-year. Villas and detached houses trade at a median of CHF 9'800/m², apartments at CHF 7'800/m².
Taxes in Sion
Municipal tax rate: 100%
Property transfer tax (buyer): 1.8%
Imputed rental value factor: 70% of market rental value
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Location & infrastructure
- Public transport: TGV Lyria + SBB Geneva (1h45), Lausanne (1h05), Brig (1h)
- Distance to lake: 0m
- Schools: College des Creusets, Le Regent International School Crans-Montana (40 min.)
Micro-locations in Sion
Sion is divided into several neighbourhoods and districts with distinct characteristics:
Hauts-de-Sion
Hauts-de-Sion is the most exclusive residential location, with sunny panoramas of Tourbillon Castle and the Rhone Valley - a top address for HNWI clientele.
Features: Sunny hillside location · Tourbillon views · Premium quarter
Premium price range: CHF 13'000–18'000/m²
Mont d'Orge
Mont d'Orge, with its nature-reserve lake, offers a quiet residential atmosphere and premium villas.
Features: Lake Mont d'Orge · Residential · Nature reserve
Premium price range: CHF 11'000–16'000/m²
Vieille-Ville Sion
The old town of Sion, with its historic town houses, offers heritage charm and an old-town character.
Features: Historic centre · Close to Tourbillon · Heritage living
Premium price range: CHF 10'000–15'000/m²
More municipalities Val d'Hérens / Val d'Anniviers (Sion / Sierre)
Frequently asked questions about Sion
- What is the tax coefficient in Sion?
- The municipal tax coefficient in Sion is 100%. Valais offers lump-sum taxation for non-gainfully-employed international HNWIs - a minimum tax base from CHF 250,000 (the most attractive in Switzerland).
- What do villas cost in Sion?
- The median villa price is CHF 9,800/m2. The prime location of Hauts-de-Sion reaches CHF 13,000-18,000/m2. Far more accessible than the Alpine resorts (Verbier/Crans CHF 25k+/m2).
- Can foreign nationals buy in Sion?
- Sion does not fall under Lex Koller resort status - a primary residence is freely available to EU/EFTA citizens with a B/C permit. For third-country residents (UK/MENA) with lump-sum taxation: a simplified authorisation in Sion versus a Verbier/Crans quota.
- How accessible is Sion?
- TGV Lyria + SBB Geneva (1h45), Lausanne (1h05), Brig (1h). Sion Airport (private flights) and Geneva Airport (1h30 by car). The A9 motorway to Italy/France.
- Why choose Sion rather than Verbier or Crans-Montana?
- Sion offers Valais lump-sum taxation with a purchase cost 60% lower than the Alpine resorts, cantonal-capital infrastructure, a sunny Valais climate (300 days a year) and an authentic French-speaking culture. Ideal for HNWIs seeking a discreet valley-floor location rather than a visible resort.
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Discreet consultationSource: IAZI, Wüest Partner, FSO, FSO municipality profile, cantonal tax authority. Average values Q1 2026. Not an individual valuation.