Hirzenbach vs Schwamendingen-Mitte

Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side

Quick answer
Both have the same CHF 1'528 comparison rent. Both have the same 22 min estimated commute to Zurich HB. Hirzenbach is 2 dB quieter.
HirzenbachSchwamendingen-Mitte
Rent (3-room)CHF 1'528CHF 1'528
Safety8/107.5/10
Noise48 dB50 dB
Commute to HB22 min22 min
Green space7.5/106.5/10
Air quality7/106.5/10
Schools per 10,0005.67
Restaurants per 10,00034
International residents33%38%
Population9'00010'000
The verdict
Choose Hirzenbach if it scores higher on safety (8 vs 7.5/10), it has better green-space access (7.5 vs 6.5/10).
Choose Schwamendingen-Mitte for a more balanced profile.
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