The 2024 Paris Olympic Village is entering its next phase as construction teams begin converting the athlete accommodations into permanent residential housing. This urban development project, spanning multiple communes in Seine-Saint-Denis, represents a significant addition to the Paris housing inventory. Housing Minister Valérie Létard visited the site earlier this week to review the progress of […]

In a spectacular demonstration of Paris’s enduring global appeal, Notre-Dame Cathedral’s grand reopening has drawn an unprecedented gathering of world leaders, business titans, and royalty, signaling a potential surge in the city’s luxury real estate market. The historic ceremony, marking the end of a five-and-a-half-year restoration project, showcased Paris’s unique position at the crossroads of […]

In a promising turn of events for the French real estate market, Paris is leading the way in market stabilization, marking a significant shift from previous downward trends. The capital city has demonstrated remarkable resilience, recording only a 0.9% price decrease this autumn—a notable improvement from last year’s 2.9% decline during the same period. This […]

A New Paris Emerges: How Bicycles Are Reshaping the City of Light The rhythmic whir of bicycle wheels has replaced the constant drone of car engines on many of Paris’s historic streets. In just three years, the city has undergone a remarkable transformation that few could have imagined before the pandemic. Where cars once dominated, […]

In a city where median rents reach €39 ($42) per square foot, an innovative housing solution is allowing some lucky residents to live in prestigious Paris neighborhoods for a fraction of the market rate. Through temporary occupancy contracts, a concept borrowed from the Netherlands, select Parisians are finding homes in prime locations – including the […]

In a groundbreaking development for sustainable urban architecture, Paris’s 13th arrondissement welcomes the Wood Up tower, a revolutionary project that stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to environmental innovation. Rising alongside Quai d’Ivry near the périphérique, this 15-story architectural marvel demonstrates how luxury living can harmonize with ecological responsibility. Pioneering Sustainable Architecture At […]

With less than six months until France’s ambitious thermal efficiency regulations take effect, Paris’s real estate market faces unprecedented challenges as landlords scramble to comply or risk losing their ability to rent properties. The countdown has begun for Paris’s property owners. Starting January 2025, properties with a G-rating in the Energy Performance Diagnosis (DPE) will […]

In a landmark decision that will reshape Paris’s tourist accommodation landscape, French parliamentarians have definitively adopted new legislation targeting the short-term rental market. This comprehensive reform, which received strong cross-party support, marks the most significant transformation of Paris’s rental market in recent years, introducing sweeping changes that will affect thousands of property owners across the […]

A segment of the Paris real estate market continues to captivate buyers from around the world: the city’s most unique and character-filled homes. From rooftop apartments with Eiffel Tower views to converted historical buildings, these “atypique” properties offer more than just a place to live—they provide a slice of Parisian magic. The Allure of the […]

Discover the exclusive neighborhood that only the most affluent call home. In the heart of Paris, nestled between the iconic Champ-de-Mars and the elegant Esplanade des Invalides, lies a neighborhood accessible only to the ultra-wealthy. Welcome to “Gros Caillou 6” – an exclusive enclave of the Gros Caillou neighborhood of the 7th arrondissement – that […]