Building trust from the very first exchange

Behind every real estate project lies a story. And it all begins with a face-to-face conversation.

This special moment allows us to get to know you, understand your expectations, and build a relationship of trust—the foundation for providing support that meets your highest standards.

Our expert brokers then take the time to thoroughly analyze your situation:
Has your family home become too large now that the children have moved out? Are you expecting a new addition to the family and your current home is no longer big enough? Is a new career opportunity leading you to move to a different area?

Every story is unique, which is why there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Whether you’re looking to sell a villa in Cologny, an apartment in Eaux-Vives, or a plot of land in Vandoeuvres, our approach is precisely tailored to your needs and the specific characteristics of each Geneva municipality. Whether you’d like to have your property appraised in Geneva for a quick sale or as part of a longer-term project, our team will guide you every step of the way.

A discreet and professional appointment

Nos courtiers se rendent sur site afin d’effectuer une première visite. Dès leur arrivée dans le quartier, ils observent l’environnement immédiat et ses spécificités, qui influencent la valeur de votre bien et le prix immobilier à Genève dans le secteur concerné. Que votre bien se situe sur la rive gauche, en Ville ou dans la campagne genevoise, nos courtiers connaissent chaque quartier et ses spécificités.

Une fois sur place, nos experts relèvent des éléments déterminants : année de construction, rénovations ou extensions réalisées, entretiens à prévoir, caractéristiques techniques (système de chauffage, qualité des matériaux, etc.). Cette phase permet de constituer un dossier solide et d’appréhender tout le potentiel de votre bien, dans une optique de valorisation optimale.

A realistic estimate based on the high-end market

To refine the appraisal of a house in Geneva or an apartment in Geneva, certain technical and administrative documents are required.

For a villa:

• Extract from the land registry
• Plans of the property
• Municipal tax statements
• Building volume

For an apartment:

• Layout plan (condominium unit area)
• Rules of Administration and Use (RAU)
• Service charge amounts (condominium fees, hot water)
• Minutes from the last three general meetings
• Last three condominium association statements
• Renovation fund balance

Using this data and our expertise, we combine two valuation approaches: the intrinsic method (land value, condition of the building, outdoor amenities, age, etc.) and the hedonic real estate method, which is based on the most recent comparable transactions in similar areas and on the price per square meter in Geneva observed in each neighborhood. In Geneva, where prices vary considerably from one neighborhood to another (from Vernier to Cologny, prices can range from one-third to three times as much), this dual approach is essential to ensure a reliable valuation.

This cross-referencing allows us to provide you with a rigorous, accurate estimate that reflects market realities, enabling us to precisely determine the market value of your property in Geneva.

At Move Properties, the appraisal of your property is completely free and non-binding. Our agents will come to your home to appraise your house, apartment, or villa in Geneva based on an on-site visit and recognized appraisal methods (intrinsic and hedonic methods). You will not be asked to pay any deposit.

We combine two approaches: the intrinsic method (land value, condition of the building, age, amenities) and the hedonic method, which compares your property to recent transactions in similar areas of Geneva. This combination allows for a realistic estimate that is in line with the local market.

The median price per square meter in the canton of Geneva ranges from approximately 13,000 to 17,000 CHF, depending on the type of property and the neighborhood. The most sought-after municipalities (Cologny, Vandoeuvres, Collonge-Bellerive) can exceed 20,000 CHF per square meter, while areas such as Vernier or Meyrin remain more affordable.

For a house:

• Land registry extract
• Plans of the property
• Municipal bills
• Building volume

For an apartment:

• Room allocation schedule (condominium unit area)
• Rules of Administration and Use (RAU)
• Amounts of service charges (condominium fees, hot water)
• Minutes from the last three general meetings
• Last three PPE statements
• Renovation fund balance

Move Properties will guide you through the process of gathering these documents.

The entire process generally takes 5 to 10 business days: an initial phone conversation, an on-site visit, and then the preparation of the appraisal report. The timeframe may vary depending on the complexity of the property and the availability of documents.

An online valuation tool provides an indicative range based on statistical data. According to USPI Geneva, these automated calculators rely on algorithms that systematically underestimate or overestimate property values, without conducting an on-site visit or analyzing property rights, and generally yield a price range with a margin of error of up to 30%. An appraisal by a real estate agent from Move Properties, a certified USPI member, takes a different approach: the USPI Geneva member visits the property to conduct a visual inspection and produces a report detailing the pros and cons of the property and its surroundings. This on-site assessment takes into account the property’s actual condition, the neighborhood’s unique characteristics, and recent trends in the Geneva market—factors that no algorithm can fully capture. As USPI Geneva emphasizes, a significant part of the transaction hinges on interpersonal relationships, and artificial intelligence cannot replace the experienced eye of a professional who examines the property and its history firsthand.

The level of accuracy is therefore significantly higher: it is based not only on market data, but also on the experience, local knowledge, and professional ethics unique to the brokers at our USPI-certified agency.

Yes. An appraisal can be conducted for informational purposes, such as in the context of an estate, a divorce, a mortgage refinance, or simply to determine the current value of your assets. Move Properties provides confidential appraisals in Geneva, with no obligation to list the property for sale.

The municipalities on the left bank (Cologny, Vandoeuvres, Collonge-Bellerive) and certain neighborhoods within the city (Champel, Florissant, Upper Eaux-Vives) have the highest prices. On the right bank, Grand-Saconnex and certain areas of Pregny-Chambésy are also highly sought after. The estimate takes these geographic variations into account.