How much is rent in Grossbasel / Altstadt, Basel?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Grossbasel / Altstadt costs CHF2,700 - CHF3,200/month (second-hand contract) or CHF2,200 - CHF2,600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from CHF3,700 - CHF4,300/month, and a 3-bedroom from CHF4,900 - CHF5,700/month.

Is Grossbasel / Altstadt safe for expats?

Grossbasel / Altstadt has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel center?

The commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.

What is Grossbasel / Altstadt like to live in?

Old town on the south bank. Basel Minster, Rathaus, and Marktplatz. Cultural heart of the city. The neighborhood is known for being historic, central, cultural.

Grossbasel / Altstadt, Basel: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Old town on the south bank. Basel Minster, Rathaus, and Marktplatz. Cultural heart of the city.

Commute to Center

5 min

walk

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

historiccentralcultural

Rent Prices in Grossbasel / Altstadt

Monthly rent in CHF (CHF). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	CHF2,200 - CHF2,600/mo	CHF2,700 - CHF3,200/mo
2 Bedrooms	CHF3,000 - CHF3,500/mo	CHF3,700 - CHF4,300/mo
3 Bedrooms	CHF4,000 - CHF4,600/mo	CHF4,900 - CHF5,700/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Grossbasel / Altstadt, Basel?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Grossbasel / Altstadt costs CHF2,700 - CHF3,200/month (second-hand contract) or CHF2,200 - CHF2,600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from CHF3,700 - CHF4,300/month, and a 3-bedroom from CHF4,900 - CHF5,700/month.
Is Grossbasel / Altstadt safe for expats?: Grossbasel / Altstadt has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel center?: The commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.
What is Grossbasel / Altstadt like to live in?: Old town on the south bank. Basel Minster, Rathaus, and Marktplatz. Cultural heart of the city. The neighborhood is known for being historic, central, cultural.

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Grossbasel / Altstadt, Basel: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Old town on the south bank. Basel Minster, Rathaus, and Marktplatz. Cultural heart of the city.

Commute to Center

5 min

walk

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

historiccentralcultural

Rent Prices in Grossbasel / Altstadt

Monthly rent in CHF (CHF). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	CHF2,200 - CHF2,600/mo	CHF2,700 - CHF3,200/mo
2 Bedrooms	CHF3,000 - CHF3,500/mo	CHF3,700 - CHF4,300/mo
3 Bedrooms	CHF4,000 - CHF4,600/mo	CHF4,900 - CHF5,700/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Grossbasel / Altstadt, Basel?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Grossbasel / Altstadt costs CHF2,700 - CHF3,200/month (second-hand contract) or CHF2,200 - CHF2,600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from CHF3,700 - CHF4,300/month, and a 3-bedroom from CHF4,900 - CHF5,700/month.
Is Grossbasel / Altstadt safe for expats?: Grossbasel / Altstadt has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel center?: The commute from Grossbasel / Altstadt to Basel city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.
What is Grossbasel / Altstadt like to live in?: Old town on the south bank. Basel Minster, Rathaus, and Marktplatz. Cultural heart of the city. The neighborhood is known for being historic, central, cultural.