1 5.5-room Houses for sale in 8877 Murg

Quarten is a municipality in the Wahlkreis (constituency) of Sarganserland, in the canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland, on Lake Walen. Besides the village of Quarten, the municipality also includes the settlements of Oberterzen, Unterterzen, Quinten, Mols, Murg, and parts of Tannenbodenalp.

Canton: St. Gallen
Area: 73.2 km²

Population

3'105residents

Median taxable income

CHF 60'556

Vacancy

1.20%

Foreign residents

20.8%

Dwellings

2'333

Jobs (FTE)

1'133

Tax multiplier

102%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of 8877 Murg, 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

1'133 full-time-equivalent jobs across 239 businesses — services make up 68% of employment, industry 20% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

1'133FTE total

Primary11.4%

Secondary20.1%

Tertiary68.5%

Land use

4% built-up, 33% agricultural, 47% forest. Measured across 6'171 hectares (2018).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement4.8%

Agriculture39.0%

Forest56.2%

Water0.0%

Election Results

SVP led the 2023 National Council election with 44.3%, ahead of Mitte at 25.9%.

Source BFS

SVP

44.3%−0.7 pp

Mitte

25.9%

FDP

11.3%+1.0 pp

SP

6.3%−0.4 pp

Grüne

4.7%−1.8 pp

GLP

4.5%−1.1 pp

EDU

0.9%+0.5 pp

Others

0.5%

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

59.4% of dwellings are primary residences; 40.6% are second homes (2026). The Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies here — new second-home construction is restricted.

Source BFS

Primary residences59.4%

Second homes40.6%

Second-home quota > 20% — Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies

Climate data

Annual mean 9.3°C with 1'494 mm of rain. Warmest in July (18.3°C), coldest in January (0.0°C). Station: Glarus, 517 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

9.3°C

Annual mean

Mean 9.3°C

Rain 1494 mm

Sun ≈111 days

Glarus · 517 m.a.s.l. · 1991–2020 normals

Warming trend

Mean annual temperature at Elm has risen by +2.4°C between the first 30 observed years (1879–1908) and the most recent (1996–2025).

Source MeteoSchweiz NBCN

+2.4°C

mean 1996–2025 vs. 1879–1908

Elm · 958 m.a.s.l. · 1879–2025

1 property in 8877 Murg

Single-family house with great potential near the lake, surrounded by a dreamy mountain world

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CHF550'000.–

8.5 rooms198 m²

8.5 roomsCHF550'000.–198 m²

Unterbachstrasse, 8877 Murg

"Single-family house with great potential near the lake, surrounded by a dreamy mountain world"

This charming 8.5-room single-family house (single-sided attached) is located in an idyllic spot directly next to the Murgbach and only about 500m from the shore of Lake Walensee. The popular Murg beach is within walking distance in a few minutes.Embedded in an impressive mountain landscape, the property offers a unique combination of nature, recreation, and quality of life. Here you can enjoy a variety of leisure activities right outside your doorstep as well as the peace of a natural environment. The Murgtal hiking area is at your feet and the well-known Flumserberg ski and hiking area can be reached quickly and comfortably from the neighboring village of Unterterzen with the gondola.Thanks to its proximity to the lake, the location is ideal for water sports enthusiasts – whether swimming, sailing, stand-up paddling, or simply relaxing hours by the water. At the same time, you benefit from a very central location: Murg train station is within walking distance, which allows for a comfortable connection to public transport. The location is also particularly attractive for families, as the school is located right next door, ensuring a safe and short journey to school. The nearby Murg motorway junction enables a quick connection to Zurich, the Sarganserland, and Chur.The property presents itself as a renovation object and thus offers great potential for individual design and sustainable value enhancement.You can find more information about the property in the sales brochure, which you can request via the contact form.The property is being marketed by Keller ImmoVermarktung. If you are interested, we would be happy to show you the attractive property in person.

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Frequently asked questions

How many houses are available to buy in 8877 Murg?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in 8877 Murg on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is 8877 Murg in?

8877 Murg is located in the canton of St. Gallen.

What is the population of 8877 Murg?

8877 Murg has approximately 3'105 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in 8877 Murg?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in 8877 Murg is 102% 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 8877 Murg?

1 houses are currently listed to buy in 8877 Murg on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is 8877 Murg in?

8877 Murg is located in the canton of St. Gallen.

What is the population of 8877 Murg?

8877 Murg has approximately 3'105 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in 8877 Murg?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in 8877 Murg is 102% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in 8877 Murg

1 / 7

CHF550'000.–

8.5 rooms198 m²

8.5 roomsCHF550'000.–198 m²

Unterbachstrasse, 8877 Murg

"Single-family house with great potential near the lake, surrounded by a dreamy mountain world"

This charming 8.5-room single-family house (single-sided attached) is located in an idyllic spot directly next to the Murgbach and only about 500m from the shore of Lake Walensee. The popular Murg beach is within walking distance in a few minutes.Embedded in an impressive mountain landscape, the property offers a unique combination of nature, recreation, and quality of life. Here you can enjoy a variety of leisure activities right outside your doorstep as well as the peace of a natural environment. The Murgtal hiking area is at your feet and the well-known Flumserberg ski and hiking area can be reached quickly and comfortably from the neighboring village of Unterterzen with the gondola.Thanks to its proximity to the lake, the location is ideal for water sports enthusiasts – whether swimming, sailing, stand-up paddling, or simply relaxing hours by the water. At the same time, you benefit from a very central location: Murg train station is within walking distance, which allows for a comfortable connection to public transport. The location is also particularly attractive for families, as the school is located right next door, ensuring a safe and short journey to school. The nearby Murg motorway junction enables a quick connection to Zurich, the Sarganserland, and Chur.The property presents itself as a renovation object and thus offers great potential for individual design and sustainable value enhancement.You can find more information about the property in the sales brochure, which you can request via the contact form.The property is being marketed by Keller ImmoVermarktung. If you are interested, we would be happy to show you the attractive property in person.