Property Finder St. Moritz

Property Finder in St. Moritz

We represent private buyers acquiring chalets and residences in St. Moritz and the Upper Engadin valley.

Private Property Office is appointed to search and acquire across the St. Moritz market.

St. Moritz is one of the world's most prestigious mountain resort destinations. Set in the Upper Engadin valley at an altitude of 1,800 metres, the resort has attracted international private clients, royalty and established wealth for over a century. The property market is characterised by very limited inventory, significant price premiums and a market that operates largely through established local relationships — the finest chalets and residences rarely appear on public portals.

The Upper Engadin extends beyond St. Moritz itself to include Pontresina, Sils Maria, Silvaplana and Celerina — each with its own character and pricing dynamic. Lex Koller restrictions apply to non-Swiss residents, and the permit process requires careful navigation from the outset. The combination of regulatory complexity and limited inventory makes professional buyer representation particularly valuable in this market.

Private Property Office is appointed by private clients to conduct a structured search in St. Moritz and the Upper Engadin. We search across publicly listed properties and work through established local connections to identify opportunities. We act exclusively for the buyer.

The Acquisition Process

01

Private Consultation

We discuss your objectives, budget, preferred areas within St. Moritz and the Engadin valley, and Lex Koller considerations for non-Swiss residents.

02

Acquisition Mandate

A six-month dedicated search mandate is formalised with an initial retainer of CHF 5,000, fully credited against the success fee on completion.

03

Market Search

We search across the St. Moritz market — a highly exclusive market where professional relationships are essential.

04

Shortlist & Evaluation

We assess each opportunity against your brief, evaluating location, price, condition and comparable transactions.

05

Viewings & Negotiation

We coordinate viewings and support negotiation of price and commercial terms on your behalf.

06

Acquisition

We coordinate with your lawyers, notaries, banks and advisers through to completion.

A clear mandate. Transparent fees.

Initial Retainer

CHF 5,000

A six-month dedicated property acquisition mandate.

Success Fee

1% of the acquisition price

Minimum success fee: CHF 20,000.

Retainer Credit

Fully credited

The CHF 5,000 retainer is fully credited against the success fee on completion.

Investment, commercial, development and unusually complex international mandates may be priced separately.

Begin your St. Moritz property mandate.

Private acquisition mandates start with a CHF 5,000 retainer, fully credited against the success fee on completion.