Single house for sale - 8852 Altendorf, Burggasse 38

Altendorf

Panorama, Privacy, Perfection – Dream Property on Lake Zurich

This extraordinary property impresses with its unique location bordering the agricultural zone, guaranteeing you an unobstructed lake panorama, absolute tranquility, and the highest privacy. The charming estate combines traditional chalet style with modern living comfort and impresses with spacious living areas and luxurious extras.

Highlights of the Property

• Unobstructed lake view: Breathtaking view of Lake Zurich and the Oberland
• Plot: Idyllic plot with direct access to nature
• Living area: Generous living areas, flooded with light and modern design
• Extension 2009: Expansion with 44 m² conservatory and panorama windows
• Wellness area: Steam shower, sauna, whirlpool pure relaxation in your own home
• Outdoor area: Spacious terrace, pond, and a stylish pavilion with fantastic views
• Construction: Combination of chalet style and high-quality modern materials
  

The House in Detail

The house was built in the classic chalet style and was expanded in 2009 with a modern, light-flooded extension. The conservatory with high window fronts offers a breathtaking panorama of Lake Zurich. From here, you can access the extensive garden area with pavilion and pond via an outdoor staircase – a harmonious connection of nature and living comfort.

The basement houses a luxurious wellness area with steam shower, sauna, and whirlpool, promising the highest living comfort. Additionally, there is a garage with hobby room, a stylish cellar bar, and a shower. The extension in the basement is prepared as a separate apartment with its own living space, shower, and WC, offering direct access to the garden terrace – ideal for guests or as a separate living unit.

On the ground floor, you are welcomed by a high-quality rosewood marble floor that exudes Mediterranean flair and fits perfectly into any living environment. The spacious kitchen with direct access to the outdoor area invites you to linger. The modernized bathroom shines in new splendor, while the cozy living room with a Ticino fireplace provides pleasant warmth. A bedroom rounds off this living level.

The upper floor offers four more rooms and a newly renovated bathroom that combines modern aesthetics with functionality. Here you enjoy absolute tranquility and a spectacular view – the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the sunset over the lake.

Attractive Residential and Economic Location

The municipality of 8852 Altendorf is located in the district of March in the canton of Schwyz and is one of the most sought-after residential areas in the upper Lake Zurich region. With excellent connections to Zurich, Zug, and Chur via the A3 and a direct train connection, Altendorf is an attractive location for both commuters and businesses.

The population has steadily grown over the past five years – averaging +0.8% per year – and was 7,369 inhabitants as of December 31, 2023. This increase is a testament to stable demand and positive location development.

The tax burden for individuals is 6.5%, below the cantonal average of 7.3%, making the municipality additionally attractive as a residence.

The real estate sector in Altendorf also shows a healthy development: the annual residential construction activity averaged 1.0% over the past five years, accompanied by a very low vacancy rate of currently only 0.6% (as of June 1, 2024). This underscores the persistently high demand for housing and the limited supply.

Real estate prices have risen significantly by +27.2% over the past five years (comparison canton Schwyz: +30.4%), attributed to the high location quality, good infrastructure, and the natural proximity to Lake Zurich.
Building in the agricultural zone – what is possible?

The property is located in the agricultural zone, where new construction projects are generally not permitted. However, since the existing residential building was constructed before July 1, 1972, it is considered legally built under the law at that time. Therefore, a replacement building is generally possible – but under certain conditions.

In current practice, a replacement building may increase the original building volume by a maximum of 30 percent or 100 square meters – depending on which value is lower. Since there is no legally binding regulation on this, the responsible office recommends submitting a voluntary preliminary inquiry in advance to clarify the construction possibilities early on.

Expansion possibilities according to spatial planning law

Additionally, according to spatial planning law, there are possibilities to expand an existing building in the agricultural zone. Such expansions are permitted as long as they do not exceed a total of 30 percent of the applicable gross floor area or a maximum of 100 square meters.

Special feature: Expansions within the existing building volume – for example, through extensions – are only counted half. This creates additional design flexibility for future structural changes.