1 2.5-room Apartments & Houses for sale in Nesslau

Nesslau is a municipality in the Toggenburg district of the canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland. The current municipality was formed in 2013 and includes the villages of Nesslau, Krummenau and Stein.

Canton: St. Gallen
Area: 92.7 km²

Population

3'890residents

Median taxable income

CHF 54'599

Vacancy

0.90%

Foreign residents

8.9%

Dwellings

2'444

Jobs (FTE)

1'849

Tax multiplier

114%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of Nesslau, 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

1'849 full-time-equivalent jobs across 410 businesses — services make up 62% of employment, industry 16% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

1'849FTE total

Primary21.8%

Secondary16.5%

Tertiary61.7%

Land use

3% built-up, 53% agricultural, 37% forest. Measured across 9'263 hectares (2018).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement3.6%

Agriculture56.8%

Forest39.7%

Water0.0%

Election Results

SVP led the 2023 National Council election with 45.9%, ahead of FDP at 17.9%.

Source BFS

SVP

45.9%±0 pp

FDP

17.9%+2.7 pp

Mitte

14.8%

SP

9.7%+0.6 pp

Grüne

4.3%−2.8 pp

GLP

2.7%−1.0 pp

EVP

1.5%−0.5 pp

Others

1.5%

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

74.4% of dwellings are primary residences; 25.6% are second homes (2026). The Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies here — new second-home construction is restricted.

Source BFS

Primary residences74.4%

Second homes25.6%

Second-home quota > 20% — Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies

Climate data

Annual mean 8.1°C with 1'818 mm of rain. Warmest in July (17.4°C), coldest in January (-1.1°C). Station: Ebnat-Kappel, 623 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

8.1°C

Annual mean

Mean 8.1°C

Rain 1818 mm

Ebnat-Kappel · 623 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 Nesslau

Cozy garden apartment directly at the ski and hiking area

1 / 5

CHF390'000.–

2.5 rooms55 m²

2.5 roomsCHF390'000.–55 m²

Bühl 2293, 9650 Nesslau

"Cozy garden apartment directly at the ski and hiking area"

We are selling a cozy 2.5-room apartment with a single garage and tile stove in Nesslau. The apartment is located directly at the ski and hiking area Wolzenalp, and the Thurweg or Wildhaus can also be reached in a short time. Currently, the apartment is used as a holiday home, but it is also possible to move the main residence here. The apartment has the following room program:Open kitchen and living room with direct access to the outsideCozy seating area, partially coveredThe tile stove provides cozy hoursSpacious bedroomBathroom with bathtubA single garage is included in the priceA basement compartment is also part of the offerThe washing machine/tumbler is used jointlyFurniture can be partially taken over if neededThe current mortgage can also be taken overA Prima supermarket is located within walking distance as the first shopping opportunityAre you looking for sun, peace, and nature? Then you're in the right place! Ideal for hiking, bike tours, or skiing.We look forward to your contact and are available for a viewing appointment at any time.

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5.5 rooms · 175 m²

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Frequently asked questions

How many apartments & houses are available to buy in Nesslau?

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

Which canton is Nesslau in?

Nesslau is located in the canton of St. Gallen.

What is the population of Nesslau?

Nesslau has approximately 3'890 residents.

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

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Nesslau is 114% 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 apartments & houses are available to buy in Nesslau?

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

Which canton is Nesslau in?

Nesslau is located in the canton of St. Gallen.

What is the population of Nesslau?

Nesslau has approximately 3'890 residents.

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

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Nesslau is 114% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in Nesslau

1 / 5

CHF390'000.–

2.5 rooms55 m²

2.5 roomsCHF390'000.–55 m²

Bühl 2293, 9650 Nesslau

"Cozy garden apartment directly at the ski and hiking area"

We are selling a cozy 2.5-room apartment with a single garage and tile stove in Nesslau. The apartment is located directly at the ski and hiking area Wolzenalp, and the Thurweg or Wildhaus can also be reached in a short time. Currently, the apartment is used as a holiday home, but it is also possible to move the main residence here. The apartment has the following room program:Open kitchen and living room with direct access to the outsideCozy seating area, partially coveredThe tile stove provides cozy hoursSpacious bedroomBathroom with bathtubA single garage is included in the priceA basement compartment is also part of the offerThe washing machine/tumbler is used jointlyFurniture can be partially taken over if neededThe current mortgage can also be taken overA Prima supermarket is located within walking distance as the first shopping opportunityAre you looking for sun, peace, and nature? Then you're in the right place! Ideal for hiking, bike tours, or skiing.We look forward to your contact and are available for a viewing appointment at any time.