2026/ SG: Sale & Lease Back – office and commercial property, St. Gallen.
Sale & Lease Back in St. Gallen for a Swiss industrial plant manufacturer to a Swiss real estate fund. Mixed commercial use, with over 16,600 m² of usable space.
Swiss Commercial Invest AG
Sale & Lease Back of commercial property in Switzerland
In a Sale & Lease Back, a company sells its business property and leases it back. This can release capital tied up in the building while allowing the business to continue using it. Swiss Commercial Invest AG supports the sales strategy, investor search and negotiation of both the sale terms and the lease.
Discuss a Sale & Lease Back ↗Consider the sale proceeds and long-term occupation together
The purchase price and future rental costs need to be considered together. We assess the property, the company’s space requirements and potential investors’ expectations. Lease length, renewal options, maintenance and investment responsibilities are important negotiation points. The right solution depends on business objectives and the individual location.
How we support your Sale & Lease Back
Review objectives and location
Assess capital release objectives, operational use, space requirements and market positioning together.
Structure the sale and leaseback
Prepare the property documentation and agree the key parameters for the transaction and future lease.
Approach suitable investors
Identify suitable buyers and compare offers on both purchase price and lease terms.
Support negotiations
Coordinate sale and lease negotiations and support the transaction process.
Our team in Schindellegi supports owners and businesses throughout Switzerland. Completed Sale & Lease Back transactions in St. Gallen, Bern and Aarwangen demonstrate our experience.
Selected transactions
2026/ BE: Sale & Lease Back – industrial & office property, canton of Bern.
Landmark Sale & Lease Back for a Swiss SME to a Swiss investment foundation. Approximately 13,900 sqm of industrial & office space on a plot of around 20,600 sqm. SCI acted as sell-side advisor.
2026/ BE: Sale & Lease Back – 6 operating properties, Aarwangen.
Sale & Lease Back of 6 operating properties for a Swiss mechanical engineering SME to a Swiss investment foundation. Over 11,000 m² of office and commercial space.
Questions about Sale & Lease Back
Which properties are suitable for a Sale & Lease Back?
Owner-occupied business properties, including offices, industrial, production and commercial premises, may be suitable. Suitability and investor interest depend on factors such as location, condition, use and the agreed lease terms.
Can my business stay at the property after the sale?
Yes, leasing the property back is part of the arrangement. The lease sets out the occupation period, premises, rights and obligations. These terms should be negotiated alongside the sale.
What information does SCI need for an initial assessment?
Useful information includes the address, plot and floor areas, plans, current use and condition, and your objectives for the sale and leaseback. We clarify further documentation requirements in the initial discussion.
Who could buy the property?
Depending on the property and lease structure, potential buyers may include real estate funds, investment foundations and other property investors. Our published transactions provide concrete examples.
Your contact
As Managing Director of Swiss Commercial Invest AG, Philipp Mandl, MSc. Economics | MRICS, has been supporting property projects since 2012.
Contact and location in Schindellegi