After 4 years of construction and €211 million invested, the extension of Tramway 3b from Porte de la Chapelle to Porte d’Asnières was finally opened in November 2018, relieving rush hour commutes in the 17th and 18th arrondissements.   Parisians have a lot to celebrate.  Not only has construction of the T3b finally been completed, […]

Fueled by borrowing rates that are still at their lowest, with banks easing their credit terms and increasingly demanding less and less, the existing real estate market continues to operate at full capacity. Will this good health last?  And if so, for how long?  Paris Property Group has compiled findings from various French real estate […]

Closing out 2018 and heading into the new year, MeilleursAgents has published the 108th edition of its monthly analysis on the residential real estate market in Paris, Île de France, and France’s largest cities.  The following includes trends observed since the beginning of November as well as a recapitulative of this past year.   Key […]

In winter as in summer, a perfect Sunday should start with brunch between family and friends. From traditional to modern, served at a table or on a buffet, in English, Mediterranean, or Moroccan style, the Paris brunch scene has a lot to offer.  Read on to discover 10 of Paris’ best brunch spots, tested and […]

December is already halfway over!  With New Years on the way, it’s time to take advantage of all of the seasonal activities taking place in the capital before 2019 hits.  Not to fret, Le Figaroscope has compiled a list of some of this seasons most worthwhile activities, events, and expositions happening right now in Paris.   […]

Discover the updated price map of Paris’ 20 arrondissements, complete with actual listings.   The average price per square meter in Paris could very soon reach 10,000 euros.  According to notaries, this symbolic price point could be become a reality by the beginning of the new year.   For several months, journalists at Capital, monthly […]

The arrival of a high-speed subway linking Paris to it’s suburbs will overhaul the metropolis and rebalance its real estate, opening up new territory to investors. The new home market has been in decline everywhere in France, except in Île-de-France, the area surrounding Paris.  The Paris region remains largely untouched due to lack of housing […]

Moving to a different city will typically come with a bit of a learning curve, but moving to a different country is an entirely different ballgame. When moving to Paris, there is certainly going to be a lot to learn. From language, to culture, to simply understanding where things are, preparation will go a very […]

There’s something different to love in every arrondissement of Paris.  Each week, the team at vivreparis.fr puts together a small list of their favorite parts of one of the capitals diverse arrondissements.  This time, the team reflects on the wonderful 14th: a more residential arrondissement, with several lively sectors, quaint side-streets, underground catacombs steeped in history, and […]

Don’t be nostalgic for the much-needed getaways and lazy days of summer.  The capital is overflowing with events sure to make the coming fall months cultural, festive, sporty, and gourmet.  Simply follow the guide LeFigaro has laid out for you and choose from among 57 possible activities you can take part in this fall season: […]