Hi Liz,

If you'll be working in Nations area, then living in Ferny Voltaire or Gex, both in France, are less expensive than Geneva. The commute is not too bad and both places are family friendly.

In Geneva, Meryrin (near the airport) tends to be less expensive than  central geneva.

There are a few people subrenting in Geneva too, which can be easier in the beggining, as the rental agencies here are very picky and the demand for flats is super high.

Good luck!

Hi,

It is cheaper in France, you could maybe look in annemasse if you have a car -  i hear the commute is difficult on public transport.  Otherwise there are the smaller villages just over the boarder like fearny-voltaire or St Genis.

If you can find somewhere i would definitely recommend it, aside from the history and the mountains (which are great in summer)  there is the Fete de Geneve throughout summer with loads of activites and exciting things for kids so they will have a great time

Thanks for the recommendations of particular cities in France. This definitely helps narrow the search. 

Liz

We will focus our search on these small villages. I hope it works out, as I do think my family would enjoy the opportunity (even if it is a little hard on the wallet)!

If it's only three months, I'd not bother with rentals, but would go for a hotel (from 50EUR/day) or apartment hotel, both present in Ferney Voltaire.