Business news from the Canton of Aargau
The BRUGG Group is starting the second expansion phase of its industrial park in 2025 at the Birr site. This continues to drive industrial expansion at the location, strengthening Birr as a business hub.
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Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Birr expects more than just the publication of an advertisement. Crucial factors are a realistic valuation, a suitable marketing strategy, high-quality documentation, professional communication with prospective buyers and secure contract processing. This is precisely where we come in.
As a real estate agency for Birr, we support owners, communities of heirs, capital investors, and landlords in all phases of real estate brokerage — with clear processes and transparent advice.
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You don't have to come to us: For a personal consultation or a property valuation, your real estate agent will, of course, come to you in Birr – discreetly, without obligation, and at an appointment time that suits you.
The following figures show how purchase prices, rents, and land values have developed in Birr. These are average values for the entire location — the location, year of construction, and condition of a specific property can deviate significantly from these.
For Swiss municipalities, the Federal Statistical Office (FSO) does not publish square metre prices per municipality, but rather the national residential property price index IMPI. We therefore show the national index – as a reference for long-term price development in Birr. Basis: Q4 2019 = 100.
Index level 2026: 126.8 points (Basis Q4 2019 = 100)
The national FSO index IMPI reflects the development of transaction prices for owner-occupied housing in Switzerland. As the FSO does not publish square metre prices specific to municipalities, the national index serves as a reliable reference for long-term price development — including in Birr.
| Year | Avg. value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92.2 Index | – |
| 2018 | 95.0 Index | +3 % |
| 2019 | 98.5 Index | +3.7 % |
| 2020 | 101.0 Index | +2.5 % |
| 2021 | 106.7 Index | +5.7 % |
| 2022 | 113.5 Index | +6.4 % |
| 2023 | 116.0 Index | +2.2 % |
| 2024 | 118.1 Index | +1.7 % |
| 2025 | 123.4 Index | +4.6 % |
| 2026 | 126.8 Index | +2.7 % |
| Year | Total | Detached houses | Condominiums |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 92.2 | 91.8 | 92.7 |
| 2018 | 95.0 | 94.6 | 95.3 |
| 2019 | 98.5 | 98.5 | 98.6 |
| 2020 | 101.0 | 101.2 | 100.7 |
| 2021 | 106.7 | 107.3 | 106.2 |
| 2022 | 113.5 | 115.1 | 112.1 |
| 2023 | 116.0 | 117.3 | 114.9 |
| 2024 | 118.1 | 118.6 | 117.5 |
| 2025 | 123.4 | 123.8 | 123.1 |
| 2026 | 126.8 | 127.0 | 126.6 |
Durchschnittlicher Anstieg Total 2017–2026: +3.60 % p.a.
Source: Bundesamt für Statistik (BFS) – Schweizerischer Wohnimmobilienpreisindex (IMPI) · retrieved on 2026-05-08
Pricing in Birr is property-specific. Condition, plot, orientation and development explain more than any regional average. Owners benefit when documentation is complete. Missing plans or unclear easements prolong every negotiation. The Brugg district generally serves as a comparison area, as the demand profile and construction style there are most comparable to Birr. As soon as reliable market data for Birr is available, we will add it here, including the source and date.
Frequently asked questions about buying, selling, financing, and living in Birr — concisely answered.
Many owners in Birr are sitting on an asset that they cannot access because they do not want to give up their home. This is precisely whatProperty annuity (Immobilienverrentung) is for: The sale takes place, but the move-out does not. Depending on the model — Usufruct, Right of abode, Life annuity or Leaseback — the purchase price is paid as a lump sum, as a monthly annuity, or as a combination of both.
Security is crucial: The right of abode (Wohnrecht) is entered in the land register (Grundbuch) in the first rank, before the buyer is registered as the owner. We will calculate for your property in Birr how much the usufruct (Nießbrauch) value reduces the purchase price — and whether this is more profitable compared to a traditional sale.
We approach this with an open mind. If a normal sale with a subsequent move is economically better for you, we will tell you — instead of trying to sell a property annuity (Immobilienverrentung) model that doesn't suit your needs.
For many businesses, capital is tied up in Birr in their own property instead of in operational business. Sale & Lease-Back solves this: sale to an investor, simultaneously a long-term lease agreement that secures usage. Business operations, address, and workforce remain where they are.
A lot changes in the balance sheet — the property leaves the fixed assets, depreciation becomes rental expense. Whether this is advantageous for your company depends on the legal form, financing structure, and tax starting position; therefore, we calculate this together with your tax advisor before anything is signed.
Crucial for the achievable price are the lease agreement term, creditworthiness, and third-party usability (Drittverwendungsfähigkeit) of the property in Birr. We structure these points so that the sales proceeds and the subsequent rental burden are in a reasonable relationship.
Owners of hotels and restaurants in Birr who wish to sell their hospitality property or lease it want, will find FREITAG® to be a partner for the Horeca sector. We broker everything from traditional guesthouses and cafés to hotels and boarding houses to investors and successors who understand the industry.
Selling a hotel in Birr without business interruption is a complex task: We assist with valuation, discreet exposé creation, and approaching suitable buyer groups — for ongoing operations as well as for properties with conversion potential.
Alternatively, we lease: solvent tenants with industry experience, checking of creditworthiness and concept, long-term predictable lease income. For every hospitality property in Birr the right strategy.

Managing Director of FREITAG® Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
As an appraiser and real estate agent with over 30 years of experience, Gerhard Hahn knows both sides of the market: reliable valuation and the actual willingness of buyers to pay. For owners, heirs, and capital investors, he translates this into a concrete sales or letting strategy.
Many property owners in Birr wish to sell without neighbours, tenants, or employees finding out. Gerhard Hahn has been providing precisely this discreet approach for over 30 years. Personal appointments in Birr are an integral part of every mandate for Gerhard Hahn — no remote diagnosis, no templates.
Note: This list is based on AI-powered research (ChatGPT) of publicly available sources and does not constitute an official evaluation or recommendation. The order does not imply a hierarchical ranking.
RE/MAX is an established estate agent in Birr specialising in contract negotiations and sales support. The company offers comprehensive expertise in viewings, credit checks, and negotiations for properties in the region.
Visit websiteNeho is an estate agent in Birr with a fixed-price model starting from CHF 12'000. The company has sold over 9'500 properties since 2017 and offers services for the sale of houses and apartments.
Visit websiteImmotip AG is an established estate agent in the Wettingen/Birr region with 25 years of experience. The company buys, sells, values, and plans properties and offers free consultations.
Visit websiteRE/MAX Aarau is your local estate agent providing an all-inclusive package for the valuation, presentation, and sale of residential properties in Aargau, including Birr and the surrounding area. They use professional analysis software for market price determination based on real data. The focus is on reliable marketing from A to Z.
Visit websiteNEUEX GmbH specialises in professional property sales in Birr and the entire Aargau region. They offer expert support for the sale of residential properties in the local area. Their primary area of operation is the Canton of Aargau with a focus on Birr.
Visit websiteNietlispach Immobilien GmbH is a trusted partner for the sale, valuation, and management of properties in Aargau, including Birr and the surrounding area. They offer comprehensive services such as realistic pricing and the letting of residential properties. Expertise and efficiency distinguish them as regional experts.
Visit websiteAre you looking for a real estate agent not directly in Birr, but in the surrounding area? FREITAG® also serves the following municipalities in Aargau with local market knowledge, current purchase prices, and personal advice:
Birr is located in a border region — many of our clients compare locations across countries. These municipalities in neighbouring countries offer similar location qualities and are often the closest alternative:

Plot layout, building fabric, maintenance backlog, and neighbourhood determine the price. We objectively assess these points and align the marketing accordingly.
We consider the declaration of division (Teilungserklärung), service charge (Hausgeld), energy performance certificate, reserves, and target group — and structure the entire sales process for you.
A plot of land sells based on what can be built on it. We determine the realistic building rights and approach property developers and private buyers in parallel.
Third-party usability, remaining term of rental agreements, and tenant creditworthiness determine the price of your commercial property. We tailor the documents precisely to these factors.

Professional market placement, well-considered tenant selection, and legally sound documents for a smooth letting of your flat.
From defining the ancillary costs arrangement to the handover: We structure the letting of your house in such a way that no disputes arise later.
Right of residence (Wohnrecht), leaseback, life annuity (Leibrente), or usufruct (Nießbrauch) — we examine the most suitable option for you and advise on opportunities and framework conditions.
Understandable valuation as a basis for sale or letting — carried out by certified experts with regional market knowledge.
Contact us — we will advise you without obligation on valuation, marketing, and next steps.
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| Country | Schweiz |
| Federal State | Aargau |
| District | Brugg |
| Altitude | 352 |
| Postcode | 5242 |
| Community Key | 4092 |
| Website | www.birr.ch |
| Inhabitants | 4.582 |
| Population Change (10 yrs) | 9,9 % |
| Population density (per km²) | 907,33 |
| Proportion of foreign nationals | 44,3 % |
| Vacancy rate | 6,52 % |
| Wohnbautätigkeit (Neubau / 1 000 EW) | 6,7 |
| Total employees | 2.147 |
Quellen: Wikipedia (accessed on 2026-05-08) · Bundesamt für Statistik – Regionalporträts der Gemeinden (as of 2004–2020, BFS-Nr. 4092)
The BRUGG Group is starting the second expansion phase of its industrial park in 2025 at the Birr site. This continues to drive industrial expansion at the location, strengthening Birr as a business hub.
A new housing development with over 20 residential units is being built on Pestalozzistrasse in Birr next to the municipal building. Following the demolition of the old property, construction began in early July 2024; completion was scheduled for May/June 2026.
According to the canton and the municipality, up to 3,500 jobs could be created in the Grossacher and Grändel area in Birr in the coming years. The focus is on converting the existing employment zone reserve into a construction-ready workplace area; land-use planning and subsequent development are key next steps.
A new production facility for the cable manufacturer Brugg eConnect is set to be built in Birr starting in November; at the same time, an expansion of the Brugg Lifting halls is planned. The report thus mentions several concrete construction and expansion projects at the Birr site.
The report covers objections against the operation of the reserve power plant in Birr AG. Although the article is heavily focused on energy policy, it concerns the ongoing operation of the facility at the Birr site and thus the local commercial use of the area.
In Birr, the start of construction for mobile gas turbines on the GE Gas Power site was announced. The report describes the project as a rapidly implemented infrastructure and industrial project of significant local importance.
The financial situation regarding land-use planning in Birr is addressed. The basis is the master plan for the Grossacher and Grändel industrial area, which provides for the settlement of new companies and thousands of jobs.
The municipality of Birr maintains its own section for real estate on its website. This is not a news article in the strict sense, but a genuine web result related to Birr and formally within the real estate context.