Do I need to install my own kitchen?

In many Swiss apartments, yes. The previous tenant often takes the kitchen. Budget CHF 5,000–15,000 for a basic kitchen, or negotiate with the landlord to include one.

What about washing machines?

Most Swiss apartments have shared laundry rooms (Waschküche) in the basement. You'll be assigned specific time slots. Bringing your own machine is uncommon.

How to Rent Furniture in Switzerland

Written by HowToSwiss EditorialReviewed April 2025

Verified · Last updated April 2025

4 min readCHF 100–500/monthLast verified: April 2025OPTIONAL

Many Swiss apartments come unfurnished — even without a kitchen. Renting furniture is a smart option for expats who don't want to invest in items they'll leave behind.

Step by step

1
Understand 'unfurnished' in Switzerland
Swiss unfurnished really means empty — often no kitchen, no light fixtures, no curtains. Budget for this or look for furnished/partially furnished options.
2
Furniture rental services
Furnish Your Home (furnishyourhome.ch), IKEA Rental (via Grover), or local expat groups. Rental packages start at CHF 100-300/month for a full apartment.
3
Buy smart — second-hand
tutti.ch, Ricardo, Facebook Marketplace, and local Brockenhaus (thrift stores) have quality used furniture. Many expats sell everything when leaving.
4
IKEA planning service
IKEA Spreitenbach (ZH), Aubonne (VD), and Lyssach (BE) offer full kitchen planning. Delivery and assembly available.

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Official sources for this guide

tutti.ch — Second-hand marketplace

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