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 […]

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 […]

In a bold step forward for sustainable luxury living, Paris is welcoming its newest architectural innovation: a 15-story wooden residential tower in the increasingly popular 13th arrondissement (district). The Wood Up tower, incorporating an impressive 380 cubic meters of timber, represents a significant departure from traditional Parisian construction while setting new standards for eco-friendly urban […]

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 […]

The latest report from the French National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (INSEE) provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the French real estate market. This analysis offers valuable insights for discerning Paris enthusiasts and real estate investors, examining nationwide findings and their implications for Paris real estate buyers. The French Housing […]

As a seasoned real estate advisor with practices in both Paris, France and Silicon Valley, California, I’ve had the unique opportunity to navigate two highly competitive yet distinctly different real estate markets. The recent settlement involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR) in the United States has brought to light a crucial aspect of our […]

To toast the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, we threw a festive soirée for PPG clients in an off-market property with a unique story. August 25, 2024, just 24 hours before the kick-off of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony, was a special day for the PPG team. Knowing that many of […]

Stability and favorable economic factors keep Paris in an elite group of world-class cities with vibrant and secure real estate markets that offer both investment growth and enjoyment over the long term. How does Paris compare to other major European capitals in terms of real estate investment potential? What evolving rental market dynamics are impacting […]