How many islands are there in Paris?  Two, three? Surprisingly so, there are many more, the least known of which are true places of serenity amidst the hustle and bustle of the capital.  Read on to discover your new haven of relaxation, as outlined by the team at Paris ZigZig.   Île de la Cité […]

Interested in investing in property in France, but unsure as to which cities are the most promising?   A study by meilleursagents.com has ranked the nation’s ten largest cities according to investment potential, based on the following factors: the price of property, the age of the population, the amount of time taken to purchase a […]

Despite the fact that Paris is a major world capital, exploited each year by millions of visitors,  there is far more to it than meets the tourist’s eye.  Paris is a magically intricate city, with a complex, messy history that often goes unnoticed, and an undeniable mysteriousness about it that inspires imagination.  If you’ve already […]

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 French real estate market is looking favorable to the general public, based on the “moral des Français face au marché immobilier” public opinion poll.   French people still want to buy Despite the rise in prices, 61% of French people consider now a good time to buy a property.   The French real estate […]

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 […]

Fall activities in Paris abound, as the city fully embraces the atmosphere of la rentrée with the debut of cultural events, expositions, and festivals.  If, however, you’re looking for a detour from the capital to take in the natural splendor of fall, France Today magazine suggests heading to medieval Provins, a veritable time capsule of […]

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 […]

“When we think back on the entire process –  what we remember most are the fun times of going from apartment to apartment, laughing about the bad ones and debating the merits of the good ones; the excitement of finding “the one”; and the sense of confidence that came from knowing we were in safe […]

After purchasing a small property in Paris, the question is: can a tiny space feel spacious and grand?  This 430 square foot apartment is breaking some rules in pursuit of grandeur. The complete make-over required a gut remodel, and some of the choices seem counter intuitive. Generally one hears that long sight lines and continuous […]