Many of us associate Winterthur with the Technorama: on rainy Saturdays, we explored the wonders of technology there as kids. But the city, home to about 120,000 residents, has much more to offer than just a museum for curious youngsters! This popular residential area with its charming old town is considered the most forested city in Switzerland. Here, tradition meets modern living quality, making it a highly sought-after place to live. Naturally, this also drives up rental prices. Fortunately, Winterthur has many cooperatives offering affordable housing. In this blog series, we’ll explore Winterthur’s districts with a focus on affordable housing.
Winterthur has a long tradition of cooperative housing. In fact, around 15,000 people in Winterthur and the surrounding areas live in cooperative apartments, according to the regional association of nonprofit housing providers. Some of these cooperatives have been around for over 100 years, showing the deep roots of affordable housing in the city.
Winterthur’s District 1
District 1 is largely based on the city area of Winterthur before the surrounding communities were incorporated. Accordingly, it also includes the old town with its charming alleys, museums, and beautiful parks, perfect for relaxation. District 1 regularly hosts cultural events, such as the Albanifest (a city festival of associations and cultures), which has been a cultural heritage of the city since the 13th century.
Did you know that the city of Winterthur got its name from the Roman settlement “Vitudurum”? And that Winterthur is home to the smallest brewery in Switzerland?
Cooperatives in Winterthur Kreis 1
The city center is generally associated with high rents, but there are also cooperatives in District 1 that offer affordable housing. These include the Allgemeine Baugenossenschaft Winterthur (ABW), GESEWO, and the Genossenschaft Zusammenhalt. The latter offers housing for people in their later stages of life. For over a century, Winterthur has been home to these nonprofit cooperatives that provide affordable housing, even in prime city locations like District 1.
You can find more information about these cooperatives on our list. We also maintain a frequently updated list of cooperative new-build projects, like the upcoming Tägelmoos project by ASIG in Winterthur-Seen, offering 2.5 to 5.5-room apartments planned for 2025. It’s a great idea to sign up on the interest list if you’re looking ahead to the future!
How Do I Find a Cooperative Apartment in Winterthur?
Of course, cooperative apartments in Winterthur are in high demand. To secure one, it’s worth checking the cooperatives’ websites very regularly. You’ll find all the cooperatives that list available apartments on our list. Some cooperative apartments can also be found on Homegate, Flatfox, or Newhome.
Keep an eye out for new cooperative projects too, as they often provide a good opportunity to get on waiting lists. For example, ASIG’s Tägelmoos project is set to be completed in 2025, with various apartment sizes available. Signing up for these new developments early is a great way to secure housing in Winterthur.
But the best insider tip remains our subscription service: we monitor all cooperatives throughout the canton of Zurich, including Winterthur, and send all listings to our subscribers. We are also working on a filter feature for Winterthur, allowing you to focus your search on this area. Subscribe to our service today and discover all available cooperative apartments in Winterthur!
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