Property in Zell am See is currently some of the most sought after in Austria and it is not hard to understand why.  There are very few alpine designations that have the magic mix of lake-side summer activities and high-altitude winter skiing. When looking to purchase a property in Zell am See it is very important to understand the different locations and below we discuss the positives and negatives for each location. 

a) Property in Zell am See Centre

This is the most sought after location due to its proximity to the ski lifts and the lake. With a property in the centre of Zell am See there is no need to have a car as you can arrive by train and everything is then within easy walking distance. Property in the centre of Zell am See should also be some of the best investment property in Austria due to an imbalance of supply and demand caused by the shortage of land. It is impossible to expand the centre of Zell am See as it is sandwiched in between the lake on one side and the Schmittenhohe mountain on the other. Consequently most new property developments involved the renovation or re-development of existing buildings. For example the new Alpin See Resort is a re-development of an old Mercedes garage. 

b) Property in Thumersbach

Thumersbach is a popular location for locals due to the south-facing aspect of much of the property. The area attracts many European property buyers who arrive in Zell am See for their holidays by car. As a result they don't mind the short drive to either the Saalbach, Kitzsteinhorn glacier or Zell am See ski lifts each morning. There is also a free ski bus that runs around the lake. Property available in this part of Zell am See includes the new Bellevue Resort which has some incredible lake-view apartments with large picture windows that maximise the views of Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn Glacier. 

c) Property in Schuttdorf

Perhaps the most affordable area of Zell am See in which to purchase a property, Schuttdorf is predominantly a residential area popular with local Austrian buyers. Location is key here as much of the area is blighted by the main road that runs back to Salzburg. There are some quieter areas although these tend to be at least 10-15 minutes walk from the Arietbahn gondola. 

If you are interested in purchasing a apartment or chalet in this popular Austrian resort then please do get in touch with the team at Alpine Property Finders. 

Buyers need to be aware of the new second home legislation that will impact what you can and can't do with a property. These rules are strictly enforced in Zell am See and it is important that you understand the latest laws. Properties can be designated for either main residence (hauptwohnsitz), second homes (zweitwohnsitz) or for touristic renting. 

If you are looking to purchase a property in Zell am See please request a brochure today or view below our selection of ski apartments and chalets in this beautiful year-round lake side resort.