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Buy a charming apartment in Carouge

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Buy a charming apartment in Carouge
Carouge is often thought of as a simple village in Geneva, but that’s not all it is. Carouge is a city in its own right, built in the 18th-century to compete with Geneva under the orders of the King of Sardinia. This resulted in a unique atmosphere.

To live in Carouge is to surround yourself with a special charm every day, to enjoy a very friendly ambiance in a welcoming and lively environment. A cultural melting pot, a result of its origins, the city is open (no ramparts or fortresses). At one time, the hamlet of Carouge was French, Italian and Swiss.

Carouge and its Sardinian charm

To buy a nice apartment in Carouge is to set your residence apart from Genevan architecture. It will be blessed with the charm of historical architecture and Sardinian influence.

The real estate market in Carouge is very dynamic. This “neighborhood' or town is very much in-demand. The Old Town is a charming village, full of buildings matching in size, style, and color. Some are equipped with wooden studs, lovely balconies, and exposed beams. It must be said, Carouge is a very romantic place, reminding us a little of Romeo and Juliet.

Single-story or two-story houses give way to wonderful apartments renovated with taste and style. The attics are very often arranged in a way that lets the sun penetrates through the skylights. Hidden in the courtyard, you’ll find adorable gardens budding with the potential and imagination to bloom.

Acquiring a property in Carouge is to elevate to a certain status with pride, and to live in a house or an apartment with an irresistible cachet. Buying a large apartment, an attic (that being a charming penthouse) or a townhouse, Carouge offers many possibilities to the pleasure of insightful investors. But here’s an open secret: Residents of Carouge no longer leave Carouge, they are so happy where they are that there’s no need to ever move again.

A neighborhood on the move

Carouge was initially a merchant town, and it’s been able to maintain the same notoriety. Stroll the village’s beautiful streets under the arcades and discover shops that you can’t find anywhere else. Many artisans have made a home in Carouge: binders, artisans of wood and glass, stylists, milliners, and jewelers, not to mention watchmakers. Each time you walk through the storefronts, you’ll be pleasantly surprised.

The must-see landmark of Carouge is its magnificent marketplace. Throughout the centuries, it has maintained a traditional market atmosphere. You’ll find restaurants, cafes, and vendor stalls lined up with rows of plane trees and its monumental fountain Jean-Daniel Blavignac. On Wednesdays and Saturdays, you can taste delicious regional products. It’s the perfect weekend family getaway after a morning croissant.

The atmosphere is upbeat in Carouge. Families with children, students, the young and the not so young love to live there. The city is well-equipped with green spaces, schools, daycares, an exemplary transportation system of buses and trams to get you to its popular cultural events on time. The streets of Carouge are full of good restaurants and small, eclectic and trendy boutiques. In the summer, terraces become so crowded that the outing usually ends up spilling out onto the sidewalks.

To live happily, follow our directions: Take the tram and get off at Carouge.