1 Apartments & Houses for sale in Diesbach GL

Diesbach is a village, and former municipality, in the municipality of Glarus Süd and canton of Glarus in Switzerland.

Canton: Glarus
Area: 430.0 km²

Population

9'675residents

Median taxable income

CHF 58'009

Vacancy

0.59%

Foreign residents

19.8%

Dwellings

7'119

Jobs (FTE)

4'820

Tax multiplier

63%

Land use across the commune

Every 100 × 100 m of Diesbach GL, coloured by how it's used. Drawn from the BFS Arealstatistik 2025 release — the most recent nationwide snapshot.

Source BFS Arealstatistik

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Jobs & economy

4'820 full-time-equivalent jobs across 811 businesses — services make up 47% of employment, industry 44% (2018).

Source BFS STATENT

4'820FTE total

Primary9.5%

Secondary43.5%

Tertiary47.0%

Land use

2% built-up, 29% agricultural, 27% forest. Measured across 43'003 hectares (2009).

Source BFS Arealstatistik

Settlement2.8%

Agriculture50.2%

Forest47.0%

Water0.0%

Election Results

SVP led the 2023 National Council election with 47.7%, ahead of Mitte at 28.0%.

Source BFS

SVP

47.7%

Mitte

28.0%

SP

21.5%−5.8 pp

2023 vs 2019

Primary / second-home mix

70.5% of dwellings are primary residences; 29.5% are second homes (2026). The Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies here — new second-home construction is restricted.

Source BFS

Primary residences70.5%

Second homes29.5%

Second-home quota > 20% — Zweitwohnungsgesetz applies

Climate data

Annual mean 6.9°C with 1'525 mm of rain. Warmest in July (15.6°C), coldest in January (-1.8°C). Station: Elm, 958 m.

Source MeteoSchweiz

6.9°C

Annual mean

Mean 6.9°C

Rain 1525 mm

Elm · 958 m.a.s.l. · 1991–2020 normals

Warming trend

Mean annual temperature at Elm has risen by +2.4°C between the first 30 observed years (1879–1908) and the most recent (1996–2025).

Source MeteoSchweiz NBCN

+2.4°C

mean 1996–2025 vs. 1879–1908

Elm · 958 m.a.s.l. · 1879–2025

1 property in Diesbach GL

Dreamy semi-detached house in a wonderfully beautiful and quiet location in Diesbach GL

1 / 21

CHF340'000.–

6 rooms128 m²

6 roomsCHF340'000.–128 m²

Dornhaus 15, 8777 Diesbach GL

"Dreamy semi-detached house in a wonderfully beautiful and quiet location in Diesbach GL"

Dreamy semi-detached house in a wonderfully beautiful and quiet location in Diesbach GL This well-maintained semi-detached house convinces with its special charm, the high wood content and the visible love for detail. The property has been continuously renovated and refurbished and presents itself today in a very good and well-maintained condition. It is immediately available for occupancy and can be easily adapted to today's construction standard with minor renovations or refurbishments. With a total of six spacious rooms, two bathrooms and a separate toilet, the house offers plenty of space and living comfort and is ideal for families and couples who appreciate spacious living in a quiet environment. A special highlight is the spacious roof terrace, where you can enjoy peace, sun and a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tödi and the surrounding Glarner Alps.The property is located in a central location in Diesbach, in the municipality of Glarus Süd. Despite the natural surroundings, Linthal, Schwanden and Glarus can be reached in a short time. The region offers numerous leisure and recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking, climbing and skiing. The well-known ski and hiking areas Elm, Braunwald and Weissenberge are located in immediate proximity and underline the attractiveness of this residential location.The semi-detached house was built in 1668 in solid construction. The foundation walls are made of stone, while the rising structure is likely to be made of wooden frame construction and/or masonry. The ceilings are designed as wooden beam floors. The roof structure consists of a pitched roof with a wooden under-roof and eternit roofing. The facade is made of mixed construction and consists of wooden cladding and painted exterior plaster. The building has no central heating; heating is provided by a tile stove in the living room and by various electric heaters, with heat distribution via the room air.The property has been continuously maintained and renovated over the years. The major renovations include, among other things, the tile stove from 1823, the staircase (1991), the partial replacement of windows (2013) and the renovation of the bathroom on the first upper floor in 2022. The room offer is supplemented by two storage rooms and two cellar rooms, which are accessible from the outside and offer additional storage space.Are you interested? We would be happy to provide you with further information or to arrange a viewing appointment. We will gladly provide you with the land register and insurance extract upon request.

More listings in the Diesbach GL area

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CHF 195'000

5.5 rooms · 110 m²

Oberdorf 33, 8775 Hätzingen

2.0 km

CHF 540'000

6 rooms · 130 m²

Auf Anfrage 1, 8775 Hätzingen

2.1 km

CHF 540'000

6 rooms · 130 m²

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Frequently asked questions

How many apartments & houses are available to buy in Diesbach GL?

1 apartments & houses are currently listed to buy in Diesbach GL on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Diesbach GL in?

Diesbach GL is located in the canton of Glarus.

What is the population of Diesbach GL?

Diesbach GL has approximately 9'675 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Diesbach GL?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Diesbach GL is 63% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

Frequently asked questions

How many apartments & houses are available to buy in Diesbach GL?

1 apartments & houses are currently listed to buy in Diesbach GL on Homematch. The selection updates throughout the day as agencies publish new listings.

Which canton is Diesbach GL in?

Diesbach GL is located in the canton of Glarus.

What is the population of Diesbach GL?

Diesbach GL has approximately 9'675 residents.

What is the municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Diesbach GL?

The municipal tax multiplier (Steuerfuss) in Diesbach GL is 63% of the cantonal base rate. Note: this is a multiplier of the cantonal income tax, not an effective tax rate.

1 property in Diesbach GL

1 / 21

CHF340'000.–

6 rooms128 m²

6 roomsCHF340'000.–128 m²

Dornhaus 15, 8777 Diesbach GL

"Dreamy semi-detached house in a wonderfully beautiful and quiet location in Diesbach GL"

Dreamy semi-detached house in a wonderfully beautiful and quiet location in Diesbach GL This well-maintained semi-detached house convinces with its special charm, the high wood content and the visible love for detail. The property has been continuously renovated and refurbished and presents itself today in a very good and well-maintained condition. It is immediately available for occupancy and can be easily adapted to today's construction standard with minor renovations or refurbishments. With a total of six spacious rooms, two bathrooms and a separate toilet, the house offers plenty of space and living comfort and is ideal for families and couples who appreciate spacious living in a quiet environment. A special highlight is the spacious roof terrace, where you can enjoy peace, sun and a breathtaking panoramic view of the Tödi and the surrounding Glarner Alps.The property is located in a central location in Diesbach, in the municipality of Glarus Süd. Despite the natural surroundings, Linthal, Schwanden and Glarus can be reached in a short time. The region offers numerous leisure and recreational opportunities such as hiking, biking, climbing and skiing. The well-known ski and hiking areas Elm, Braunwald and Weissenberge are located in immediate proximity and underline the attractiveness of this residential location.The semi-detached house was built in 1668 in solid construction. The foundation walls are made of stone, while the rising structure is likely to be made of wooden frame construction and/or masonry. The ceilings are designed as wooden beam floors. The roof structure consists of a pitched roof with a wooden under-roof and eternit roofing. The facade is made of mixed construction and consists of wooden cladding and painted exterior plaster. The building has no central heating; heating is provided by a tile stove in the living room and by various electric heaters, with heat distribution via the room air.The property has been continuously maintained and renovated over the years. The major renovations include, among other things, the tile stove from 1823, the staircase (1991), the partial replacement of windows (2013) and the renovation of the bathroom on the first upper floor in 2022. The room offer is supplemented by two storage rooms and two cellar rooms, which are accessible from the outside and offer additional storage space.Are you interested? We would be happy to provide you with further information or to arrange a viewing appointment. We will gladly provide you with the land register and insurance extract upon request.