Live in Germany, earn in Switzerland, and travel wherever you wish.
A representative villa just 15 minutes from Basel.
The tranquility of a German suburb, Portuguese marble, and returns that would be almost unattainable in Switzerland. Here is why this property is the hidden gem of the tri-border region.
Many employees of major Basel-based corporations — from Roche to Novartis — have long discovered the “golden formula”: a Swiss salary combined with German living costs. Yet today, a property has entered the market that goes far beyond an ordinary residence.
Architecture & Materials: When Details Speak for Themselves
This is not a standard construction, but a monumental architect-designed residence built according to individual specifications. With a total living area of 406 m², the villa is a triumph of natural materials and premium engineering.
The central hall and living areas feature precious Portuguese marble (Rosa Portogallo), bathing the interiors in refined, soft light. Solid granite staircases and a modern Viessmann heating system (modernized in 2021), combined with solar collectors, ensure the level of autonomy and sustainability highly valued in Europe today.
The 631 m² plot is a true Mediterranean oasis. A palm garden meets a professional outdoor kitchen with BBQ area. The granite courtyard and expansive terraces provide the perfect setting for exclusive outdoor receptions.
Three Strategic Approaches: How This Asset Works for You
Owning this property opens three distinct capitalization strategies:
1. Residence for a Large Family
The main apartment (233 m²) with fireplace, open gallery, and winter garden offers exceptional living space. Two additional units can serve as autonomous residences for adult children or extended family.
2. Intelligent Owner-Occupancy Model
You reside in the magnificent main residence while the two additional apartments (107 m² and 66 m²) generate stable rental income. Under Swiss market conditions, this is a unique opportunity: your tenants effectively finance the maintenance of your villa.
3. Business Case for the International Market
The proximity to EuroAirport (20 minutes) and the headquarters of Novartis and Roche makes the property ideal for a premium serviced-apartment model. Short-term rental returns targeting top management can reach 7–9% annually — significantly outperforming typical Swiss bank yields.
Switzerland: Closer Than You Think
Geography is the property’s strongest asset. Only 17 km separate you from Basel city center — 15–20 minutes by car via open highway or just 17 minutes by S-Bahn, with the station within walking distance.
At €1,425,000, the price remains highly attractive in comparison:
- A comparable villa in exclusive Riehen is valued at CHF 4.8–5.5 million.
- In prestigious Binningen, €1.4 million buys only a 3-room apartment without private land.
- In neighboring Bettingen, renovation projects begin at CHF 3 million — without offering the scale and modern technology (Viessmann/solar) of this villa.
Financial Leverage & Credit Advantages
German banks provide attractive financing programs enabling optimal capital leverage. Fixing the property value in euros while earning income in Swiss francs creates additional currency advantages. If partially used commercially (rental), substantial portions of maintenance costs and loan interest are tax-deductible.
