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
SafeVibe
Monthly rent in CHF (CHF). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.
| 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 |
10 min tram to center
1BR from CHF2,200/mo
10 min tram to center
1BR from CHF2,000/mo
10 min tram to center
1BR from CHF2,900/mo
15 min tram to center
1BR from CHF2,500/mo
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The salary that comfortably covers life in Basel, Grossbasel / Altstadt included.
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