1 4.5-room Houses for sale in Waldstatt

Waldstatt is a municipality in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden in Switzerland.

Canton: Appenzell Ausserrhoden
Area: 6.8 km²

Population

1'867residents

Median taxable income

CHF 61'086

Vacancy

0.98%

Foreign residents

12.0%

Dwellings

918

Jobs (FTE)

980

Tax multiplier

370%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of Waldstatt, coloured by how it's used. Drawn from the BFS Arealstatistik 2025 release — the most recent nationwide snapshot.

Source BFS Arealstatistik

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Jobs & economy

980 full-time-equivalent jobs across 148 businesses — services make up 35% of employment, industry 59% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

980FTE total

Primary6.0%

Secondary58.9%

Tertiary35.1%

Land use

13% built-up, 61% agricultural, 26% forest. Measured across 669 hectares (2018).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement12.7%

Agriculture61.2%

Forest26.1%

Water0.0%

Election Results

SVP led the 2023 National Council election with 57.4%, ahead of FDP at 27.1%.

Source BFS

SVP

57.4%−5.9 pp

FDP

27.1%−8.3 pp

Mitte

15.4%

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

84.6% of dwellings are primary residences; 15.4% are second homes (2026).

Source BFS

Primary residences84.6%

Second homes15.4%

Climate data

Annual mean -0.7°C with 2'840 mm of rain. Warmest in August (6.8°C), coldest in February (-7.5°C). Station: Säntis, 2501 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

-0.7°C

Annual mean

Mean -0.7°C

Rain 2840 mm

Sun ≈149 days

Säntis · 2501 m.a.s.l. · 1991–2020 normals

Warming trend

Mean annual temperature at Säntis has risen by +2.2°C between the first 30 observed years (1864–1893) and the most recent (1996–2025).

Source MeteoSchweiz NBCN

+2.2°C

mean 1996–2025 vs. 1864–1893

Säntis · 2501 m.a.s.l. · 1864–2025

1 property in Waldstatt

Sunny family paradise with a wonderful view

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CHF1'150'000.–

5.5 rooms164 m²

5.5 roomsCHF1'150'000.–164 m²

Harschwendistrasse 32, 9104 Waldstatt

"Sunny family paradise with a wonderful view"

This unique, detached 5.5-room single-family house presents itself in a quiet, sun-kissed hillside location with a dreamy view of the Säntis. The cul-de-sac guarantees family-friendly living without through traffic. The bus stop is within an eight-minute walk. The well-maintained, ready-to-move-in property impresses with clever architecture that optimally utilizes the topographical conditions of the sun hill. Through the extensive window fronts and the half-story arrangement of the rooms with corridors, which are designed as balcony-like open spaces, a bright and airy living experience is created. The entrance with wardrobe is located on the ground floor, which is accessible from the quarter street at ground level. From here, you can reach the first bedroom and the small gallery with a dreamy view on one side, and on the other side, the stairs lead from the entrance area to the second bedroom and a few steps further down to the third bedroom and the bathroom with a bathtub. The next living level contains the heart of the house: the spacious living and dining room delights with the fantastic view and the open kitchen with access to the beautiful garden seating area. The practical Reduit complements this floor.Another room and a bathroom await you half a story lower. The unheated hobby room with shower and sauna, as well as the house technology/laundry room and the air raid shelter, complete the room offer in an ideal way. The garage and three outdoor parking spaces round off this unique offer - perfect for you and your family! Convince yourself with a non-binding viewing. I look forward to your contact.

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Frequently asked questions

How many houses are available to buy in Waldstatt?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in Waldstatt on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Waldstatt in?

Waldstatt is located in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

What is the population of Waldstatt?

Waldstatt has approximately 1'867 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Waldstatt?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Waldstatt is 370% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

Frequently asked questions

How many houses are available to buy in Waldstatt?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in Waldstatt on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Waldstatt in?

Waldstatt is located in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

What is the population of Waldstatt?

Waldstatt has approximately 1'867 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Waldstatt?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Waldstatt is 370% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in Waldstatt

1 / 11

CHF1'150'000.–

5.5 rooms164 m²

5.5 roomsCHF1'150'000.–164 m²

Harschwendistrasse 32, 9104 Waldstatt

"Sunny family paradise with a wonderful view"

This unique, detached 5.5-room single-family house presents itself in a quiet, sun-kissed hillside location with a dreamy view of the Säntis. The cul-de-sac guarantees family-friendly living without through traffic. The bus stop is within an eight-minute walk. The well-maintained, ready-to-move-in property impresses with clever architecture that optimally utilizes the topographical conditions of the sun hill. Through the extensive window fronts and the half-story arrangement of the rooms with corridors, which are designed as balcony-like open spaces, a bright and airy living experience is created. The entrance with wardrobe is located on the ground floor, which is accessible from the quarter street at ground level. From here, you can reach the first bedroom and the small gallery with a dreamy view on one side, and on the other side, the stairs lead from the entrance area to the second bedroom and a few steps further down to the third bedroom and the bathroom with a bathtub. The next living level contains the heart of the house: the spacious living and dining room delights with the fantastic view and the open kitchen with access to the beautiful garden seating area. The practical Reduit complements this floor.Another room and a bathroom await you half a story lower. The unheated hobby room with shower and sauna, as well as the house technology/laundry room and the air raid shelter, complete the room offer in an ideal way. The garage and three outdoor parking spaces round off this unique offer - perfect for you and your family! Convince yourself with a non-binding viewing. I look forward to your contact.