Bern, the federal city, has a stable market and a steady flow of diplomats and international staff. Sales are mostly conducted in German, so an English-speaking agent keeps everything clear for you.
Best English-speaking agents in Bern (updated November 2026)
agent, 262 homes sold with Neho, 11 yrs in real estate
agent, 256 homes sold with Neho, 6 yrs in real estate
agent, 143 homes sold with Neho, 7 yrs in real estate
agent, 122 homes sold with Neho, 3 yrs in real estatePhoto: August Geyler, CC BY-SA 4.0
We ranked 97 agencies by the number of properties they currently list in the canton. Google ratings shown where available. Apartments sell for around CHF 7'358 per m².
| # | Agency | Rating | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NehoSponsored, our pick for English speakers | ★ 4.6 (2,070 Trustpilot) | Flat fee CHF 16,500 |
| 2 | Grundeigentümer Verband Schweiz AG | – | 94 homes for sale |
| 3 | Buri Gestion Sàrl | – | 76 homes for sale |
| 4 | PREMIUM HOMES AGBiberiststrasse 4, 4563 Gerlafingen, Suisse | ★ 4.7 (266 Google) | 6% of local listings |
| 5 | BETTERHOMES (Schweiz) AG | ★ 4.3 (264 Google) | 3% of local listings |
| 6 | PASSIO Immobilien AGMeriedweg 11, 3172 Niederwangen BE, Suisse | ★ 4.5 (132 Google) | 3% of local listings |
| 7 | ALUAG.CH AG | ★ 4.4 (13 Google) | 3% of local listings |
| 8 | Immobilien Wyss | – | 27 homes for sale |
| 9 | Neuschwander Immobilier SA | ★ 4.8 (91 Google) | 2% of local listings |
| 10 | Properti AG | – | 25 homes for sale |
| 11 | Schenk Immobilien BernNeubrückstrasse 70, 3012 Bern, Suisse | ★ 4.9 (79 Google) | 2% of local listings |
| 12 | CASA IMMOBILIEN AGObere Hauptgasse 74, 3600 Thun | ★ 4.9 (100 Google) | 2% of local listings |
| 13 | AgentSelly AG | ★ 4.6 (201 Google) | 2% of local listings |
| 14 | ARC Immobilier | ★ 5.0 (9 Google) | 2% of local listings |
| 15 | GriwaTreuhand AG | – | 19 homes for sale |
+ 82 more agencies in Bern
The ranking doesn't tell the whole story. Here's what we'd recommend, depending on why you're selling.
You'll need someone who can run viewings while you're gone and coordinate a notary signing by power of attorney.
Our pickManuel Cacciola★★★★★5.0Timing your sale with your next purchase matters. A flat fee keeps more equity for your new home.
Our pickSandra Birrer★★★★★5.0Several heirs, sometimes in different countries: clear explanations in English make agreement easier.
Our pickManuel Cacciola★★★★★5.0A neutral, data-backed valuation helps both parties agree on a fair asking price.
Our pickSandra Birrer★★★★★5.0For high-end homes, an international luxury network can reach buyers abroad.
Start with a free valuation. No commitment, and you'll know what your home is worth today.
For a 150 m² house in Bern, a traditional agency charging 2–4% would cost CHF 19'000 to CHF 37'000.
Ask who will handle your file day to day, not just the first meeting. Contracts and the mandate should be explained to you in English.
2–4% sounds small, but on a Swiss home it means tens of thousands of francs. Ask for the total amount in writing.
An agent who has sold in your commune knows the buyers, the prices and the notaries.
Be wary of an agent who promises a much higher price to win the mandate. Ask for comparable sales.
Check the duration, exclusivity and any withdrawal fees before signing.
SponsoredGet a free valuation from an English-speaking Neho agent, based on recent sales near your home. No obligation.
Neho has 15 English-speaking agents covering Bern and charges a flat fee. Among traditional agencies, Grundeigentümer Verband Schweiz AG, Buri Gestion Sàrl, PREMIUM HOMES AG list the most properties in the canton.
Yes. Your agent organizes viewings and negotiations, and you can sign at the notary through a power of attorney, so you don't need to fly back.
Traditional agencies usually charge 2 to 4% of the sale price. Neho charges a flat fee of CHF 16,500, whatever the price.
Yes. Every Swiss canton taxes the profit you make on a property sale, and in most cantons the rate goes down the longer you've owned the home. Your notary or tax adviser calculates it at the time of sale. Read our guide to property gains tax.
