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For over 80 years, our name has stood for quality, trust and successful real estate marketing
Real Estate | Values | Life
For over 80 years, Ginesta has stood for trust, consistency and passion in dealing with real estate. What began as a family business in 1944 is now one of the most renowned addresses for high-quality real estate marketing in Switzerland. Our values have remained the same: Proximity, reliability and a deep understanding of people and their living spaces.
We know that a property is more than just an object. It is a home, a place full of memories, future plans and emotions. This is precisely why we approach every task with the utmost care, a clear view and genuine dedication.
Our experienced employees support you with expertise, sensitivity and foresight. From the initial consultation through to successful completion. We listen, think and act in a targeted manner. This results in individual and sustainable solutions that work.
The focus is always on what is important to you: you and your property. With our commitment to quality and value retention, we create the basis for values to grow. Today and tomorrow.
Today, thanks to our extensive network in nine locations, we enjoy a first-class reputation, which we feel every day through the trust placed in us and the recommendations of our clients. Real estate, values and life are always at the heart of what we do.
Real estate
Our core business and our passion: Everything we do and every decision we make revolves entirely around real estate.
Values
Our inner attitude, the way we deal with our customers to maintain and increase value.
Life
With our help, we want to enable people to live and work well and comfortably.
Our history
Moving moments in over 80 years of our company’s existence
2024/25
Jubilee years
…Ginesta Immobilien is celebrating 80 years of success with a series of festivities. In 2025, Ginesta Immobilien Verwaltungen celebrates ten years of successful business activity.
2023
Growth in Winterthur, Flims and on the Board of Directors
…opens the eighth branch of Ginesta Immobilien in Winterthur right at the beginning of the year.
…As of June 5, 2023, Ginesta Immobilien AG has added two new members to its Board of Directors.
…the ninth branch of Ginesta Immobilien will open in Flims at the end of the year.
…As of June 5, 2023, Ginesta Immobilien AG has added two new members to its Board of Directors.
…the ninth branch of Ginesta Immobilien will open in Flims at the end of the year.
2022
Success-driven growth
…Ginesta Immobilien is celebrating the opening of its sixth location at Dreikönigstrasse 34 in 8002 Zurich in the heart of the city this summer.
…the Pfäffikon SZ office will open in November.
…the Pfäffikon SZ office will open in November.
2021
Relocation in Chur
…the Chur office moves to larger and more prestigious premises in the historic Villa Villino in Chur due to its successful growth and the increase in staff.
2020
Growth in Zurich North
…Ginesta Immobilien is opening its fifth location in Zurich-Oerlikon in order to be even closer to the pulse of development in the constantly growing and fast-moving Zurich North region.
2019
Jubilee year
…Ginesta Immobilien is celebrating its 75th anniversary with a series of festivities.
…has been an eventful year and there has also been a reshuffle on the Board of Directors: Corinne Rohner is taking over the chairmanship from André Ginesta, who will remain a member of the company’s highest body.
…has been an eventful year and there has also been a reshuffle on the Board of Directors: Corinne Rohner is taking over the chairmanship from André Ginesta, who will remain a member of the company’s highest body.
2018
Valuation desk & St. Moritz
…Ginesta Immobilien is opening its own valuation desk under the management of a highly qualified real estate valuer. By offering independent valuations of private and institutional real estate, the company has further expanded its activities in the service sector.
…a branch office was also opened in St. Moritz.
…a branch office was also opened in St. Moritz.
2016
Change of ownership
…Claude Ginesta buys the company from his parents. Since then, he has not only been CEO, but also owner of Ginesta Immobilien AG.
2015
Establishment of a separate administration
…the subsidiary Ginesta Immobilien Verwaltungen AG is founded with Ralph Geigle as managing director and partner.
2013
Expansion at headquarters
…Ginesta Immobilien is relocating its Küsnacht headquarters to larger, generously proportioned premises on Obere Wiltisgasse to accommodate the constantly growing team.
2012
Boom in Graubünden
…followed by the founding of Ginesta Immobilien Graubünden with a location in Chur, which opened up the Graubünden market area and was successfully managed by Sascha Ginesta as partner and managing director.
2011
Growth on the Silver Coast
…Ginesta Immobilien is opening a branch in Horgen to be closer to properties on the left bank of the lake and in the cantons of Schwyz, Zug and Aargau.
2010
Change of leadership
…André Ginesta hands over the management of the company to Claude Ginesta, who still runs the company as CEO today.
2008
Joining an international network
…Ginesta Immobilien joins the international real estate broker network “Leading Real Estate Companies of the World”. It is present in 70 countries with over 550 companies, employs around 135,000 people and is considered one of the world’s most important networks for high-quality real estate marketing (as of 2022).
2001
Entry of the third generation
…André and Evelyne’s son and current CEO of Ginesta Immobilien, Claude A. Ginesta, joins the business and the company takes another step towards growth.
1975
Management change and transformation
…Achilles entrusted his son with the management of the family business and André Ginesta became CEO of Ginesta Immobilien AG. Under André’s leadership, who was later also actively supported by his wife Evelyne, Ginesta Immobilien developed into one of the most important real estate agents in the greater Zurich area.
1969
Entry of the second generation
…Achille’s son André joins his father’s company. As the eldest of six children, he is the only one who has caught fire for real estate.
1945
Move to the city of Zurich
…the real estate business begins to flourish and Ginesta Immobilien moves into premises on Rämistrasse in downtown Zurich. The parking situation becomes so precarious that Achilles moves its business back to Küsnacht in 1965. Success and growth continued.
1944
Foundation of the Ginesta company
…Achilles Ginesta laid the foundations for the Küsnacht-based family business. As an authorized signatory of a trading company that invested in real estate in addition to its core business, he familiarized himself with the notarial profession. In a difficult economic situation, he ventured into self-employment and founded “Ginesta Immobilien, Export und Import” in Küsnacht – the first professional real estate company in the region.
At Ginesta, we value proximity – not only to the real estate market, but also to you. Our strong regional growth means that we are committed to maintaining and deepening personal relationships with our clients.
People. Places. Opportunities
Our answers to the most frequently asked questions about Ginesta
Are there any vacancies at Ginesta Immobilien?
On the Ginesta careers page you will find all the jobs currently advertised. Positions are regularly published there in various areas, such as marketing, management, accounting or back office. If no suitable position is currently advertised, you can also send us an unsolicited application. Ginesta is happy to review unsolicited applications and will contact you as soon as a suitable opportunity arises.
Can you become a real estate marketer as a career changer?
Yes, it is also possible to join as a career changer. Above all, sales talent, communication skills and an interest in the real estate market are important. A prerequisite is the willingness to gain practical experience and to undergo further professional training at the same time.
What development opportunities are there in the real estate industry?
The industry offers numerous career paths, for example in marketing, management, valuation or project development. With increasing experience, professionals can take on additional responsibility or specialize in certain real estate segments.
What skills do you need for a career in the real estate industry?
Important qualities are strong communication skills, negotiating skills, market understanding and customer orientation. At the same time, organizational skills and a good understanding of real estate markets are an advantage. In addition, there is a willingness to continuously develop your skills.
How do you become a real estate agent in Switzerland?
Entry into the real estate industry often takes the form of commercial training, a degree in real estate or practical experience in sales or property management. Many specialists also deepen their knowledge with further training such as real estate marketer or real estate manager with a federal certificate. Practical experience is just as important: entry often takes place via a position in a real estate company, where you build up market knowledge, advise customers and accompany the real estate sales process. With increasing experience, real estate marketers can take on larger projects and specialize in certain market segments.