Affoltern vs Altstetten
Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side
| Affoltern | Altstetten |
|---|
| Rent (3.5-room) | CHF 1,500 | CHF 1,550 |
| Safety | 7.5/10 | 7/10 |
| Noise | 48 dB | 55 dB |
| Commute to HB | 20 min | 12 min |
| Green space | 6.5/10 | 5/10 |
| Air quality | 7/10 | 5.5/10 |
The verdict
Choose Affoltern if it's noticeably quieter (48 vs 55 dB), it scores higher on safety (7.5 vs 7/10), it has better green-space access (6.5 vs 5/10).
Choose Altstetten if the commute to HB is 8 min shorter — more central and connected.
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