Description of the

Property description:
Welcome to your new home in Binz, a sought-after residential area bordering the city of Zurich/Witikon. This charming 2.5-room garden apartment will be available for rent from October 2026 and combines living close to nature with good transport links to the city of Zurich. It includes an underground parking space with direct access to the building complex.

The apartment is located on the garden level of a well-maintained apartment building at Studenrain 5 and impresses with its well-designed layout, bright living spaces, and a spacious garden area with a covered seating area. Here you can enjoy peace, privacy, and plenty of greenery right outside your door.

The open-plan living and dining area forms the heart of the apartment. Thanks to large windows, the room is flooded with natural light, creating a cozy atmosphere. The garden terrace, accessible from the living area, with its spacious garden, invites you to relax, garden, and enjoy spending time with friends and family.

The bedroom, overlooking the garden, is also flooded with light, and the functional kitchen offers everything needed for everyday life (ceramic hob, dishwasher, separate fridge/freezer) and blends harmoniously into the living concept. The well-maintained bathroom includes a private washing machine within the apartment.

In addition to its attractive location in close proximity to nature, the property boasts an attractive tax rate of 81%. The surrounding area is characterized by well-maintained residential neighborhoods, and the nearby Greifensee lake invites you to enjoy walks, bike rides, and a variety of leisure activities.

Thanks to excellent transport links, you can reach Zurich city centre in no time. At the same time, you live away from noise and hustle and bustle in a family-friendly residential area with a high quality of life.

Shopping facilities, restaurants, schools, sports facilities and other infrastructure are located locally in Witikon as well as in the nearby towns of Ebmatingen and Fällanden.

Summary of highlights:

• 2.5-room garden apartment on the ground floor
• Attractive and quiet residential location in Binz/Maur
• Approx. 70 m² living space
• Covered seating area
• Spacious private garden (including robotic lawnmower)
• Bright living and dining area with direct garden access
• Pleasant underfloor heating
• Underground parking space available
• Proximity to Zurich, Lake Greifensee and recreational areas
• Tax-attractive municipality of Maur (tax rate 81%)
• Well-maintained apartment building

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Highlights:
LOCATION: The apartment is located on Studenrain in Binz, a particularly sought-after district of the municipality of Maur. The location combines the best of both worlds: living close to nature in a quiet, green setting with excellent access to the city of Zurich. The Forchbahn railway and the main transport routes to Zurich, Uster, and the airport can be reached in just a few minutes. The immediate proximity to Lake Greifensee, extensive recreational areas, forests, and walking and cycling paths offers a high quality of life right on your doorstep. Whether jogging along the lakeshore, taking a bike tour into the Zurich Oberland region, or enjoying a relaxing stroll in nature – here you can enjoy a high quality of life. Despite the quiet residential setting, shops, restaurants, schools, and other infrastructure are quick and easy to reach. The municipality of Maur is also one of the more tax-friendly municipalities in the Canton of Zurich and impresses with its high quality of life, well-maintained residential areas, and attractive location between city and nature. For years, Binz has been one of the most sought-after residential areas in the greater Zurich region and is particularly valued by commuters, couples, and nature lovers who are looking for a peaceful home without sacrificing proximity to urban life. Here you live in an idyllic setting with plenty of privacy while benefiting from excellent connections to the Zurich economic region.
USE: This apartment is ideal for singles or couples who value peace, privacy, and a high quality of living. The spacious garden significantly expands the living space during the warmer months and offers a variety of uses, whether for cozy barbecues, relaxed outdoor work, urban gardening, or simply enjoying the sun. Thanks to the practical 2.5-room layout, the apartment offers ample space for living, working, and relaxing. The bedroom provides a tranquil retreat, while the bright living and dining area forms the heart of daily life. Direct access to the covered patio and garden creates a particularly open and pleasant living experience. The apartment is ideal for professionals who appreciate proximity to Zurich without sacrificing the advantages of living close to nature. At the same time, it also offers an attractive environment for those working from home, with plenty of natural light, peace, and an inspiring setting. The combination of a garden, a quiet location, good accessibility, and a well-maintained residential area makes this apartment an excellent long-term home for those seeking to combine quality of life, relaxation, and comfort.
QUALITY: This apartment impresses with its well-designed layout, immaculate condition, and a level of living quality rarely found elsewhere. Generous windows ensure bright, light-filled rooms and create a pleasant living atmosphere. The open-plan living and dining area forms the heart of the apartment, harmoniously connecting the interior with the covered patio and the expansive garden. The exceptionally large garden, offering a high degree of privacy, is a particular highlight. Unlike many comparable apartments, here you benefit from additional outdoor living space, providing diverse possibilities and significantly enhancing your quality of life. The entire apartment is in excellent condition. Underfloor heating ensures comfortable living year-round and contributes to a pleasant indoor climate. The functional kitchen, comfortable bathroom, and spacious bedroom perfectly complement the well-conceived living concept. The well-maintained apartment building also boasts a substantial reserve fund, thus ensuring long-term value and security. Together with the underground parking space included with the apartment, this complete package ideally combines comfort, quality, and sustainability. The combination of a quiet location, high privacy, spacious garden, good building structure and proximity to Zurich makes this apartment a rare opportunity for people who value quality living and long-term living comfort.
EXTERIOR: Highlights – Outdoor Area A particular highlight of this apartment is the exceptionally spacious outdoor area, which far exceeds what is typical for a standard 2.5-room apartment. The covered patio forms the perfect connection between the living space and the garden, extending the living area outdoors for a large part of the year. The private garden offers ample space for relaxing, sunbathing, gardening, or enjoying time with family and friends. The verdant surroundings create a pleasant atmosphere and convey a sense of freedom and privacy that is rarely found elsewhere. Whether it's breakfast in the morning sun, a relaxing evening surrounded by greenery, or a small gardening project with your own herbs and flowers – numerous possibilities await you here. Thanks to the quiet residential location, you enjoy a high degree of privacy and can use the outdoor area undisturbed. The well-maintained garden and the natural surroundings contribute significantly to the high quality of living in this property and make the apartment an ideal oasis of well-being between the city and nature. For people who want to combine the comfort of an apartment with the advantages of having their own garden, this property offers a rare and particularly attractive opportunity.

Floor plan / room layout:
The well-designed layout of this 2.5-room apartment creates a pleasant living environment and makes optimal use of the approximately 70 m² of living space. From the entrance area, you enter the spacious and light-filled living and dining area, which forms the heart of the apartment. The large windows provide plenty of natural light and create a seamless transition to the covered patio and the private garden.

The bedroom is quietly situated and offers ample space for a double bed as well as additional wardrobe space. The separate kitchen is functionally designed and provides plenty of workspace and storage for everyday needs. The well-maintained bathroom perfectly complements the living space and impresses with its practical layout.

A particularly noteworthy feature is the clear separation between living and private areas, which makes the apartment highly comfortable both for everyday use and when entertaining guests. The direct connection of all living spaces to the outdoors creates a spacious feel and makes the apartment appear significantly larger than its actual floor area would suggest.

The well-designed floor plan is ideal for singles, couples, and people working from home who are looking for a comfortable and efficiently usable living solution with high living quality.