Oerlikon vs Schwamendingen-Mitte
Comparing two Zurich neighborhoods side by side
| Oerlikon | Schwamendingen-Mitte |
|---|
| Rent (3.5-room) | CHF 1,650 | CHF 1,400 |
| Safety | 7/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Noise | 55 dB | 50 dB |
| Commute to HB | 11 min | 22 min |
| Green space | 4.5/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Air quality | 6/10 | 6.5/10 |
The verdict
Choose Oerlikon if the commute to HB is 11 min shorter — more central and connected, there's a denser restaurant scene.
Choose Schwamendingen-Mitte if it's CHF 250 cheaper per month, it's noticeably quieter (50 vs 55 dB), it scores higher on safety (7.5 vs 7/10).
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