What are the best districts of Paris in 2026?

The 3rd arrondissement

The 3rd arrondissement is a neighborhood I absolutely love. We’re on the Right Bank, which is clearly the most sought-after area among young, working Parisians today.

It’s a central, historic arrondissement with a rich cultural scene. It’s home to numerous art galleries, museums like the Picasso Museum or the Georges Pompidou Center (currently under renovation, with a reopening planned in a few years), and above all, a very lively, quintessentially Parisian atmosphere.

The area around Rue de Bretagne, in the Haut-Marais, is undoubtedly one of the trendiest neighborhoods right now. Restaurants, trendy designer boutiques, hidden gems: it’s a neighborhood where you feel right at home.

I love strolling around there and taking the time to admire the architecture. The 17th- and 18th-century buildings often feature superb apartments, particularly on the first floor, with beautiful high ceilings. The term “étage noble” truly comes into its own here.

The downside, of course, is the price.

Real estate prices in the 3rd arrondissement

• Average price: around €12,000/m²
• Beautiful apartments: over €15,000/m²
• Houses (very rare): between €17,000 and €20,000/m²

Real estate market

• +0.3% over one year
• -9% over five years (2023 real estate crisis)
• +20% over ten years

Finally, it’s worth noting that many older buildings lack elevators, sometimes due to stairwells that are designated historic landmarks. This is a detail that matters a great deal when planning a purchase.

The 7th arrondissement

The 7th arrondissement is a neighborhood I particularly love, especially because I used to live there, in the Gros Cailloux area.

We are here on the Left Bank, in a fairly family-friendly, chic arrondissement, largely inhabited by Parisians. It has a bourgeois feel, in the noble sense of the term, with very different atmospheres depending on the neighborhood.

To the east, around Les Invalides, there is a very residential, quiet area, marked by the presence of embassies. As you get closer to Le Bon Marché, the atmosphere becomes livelier, and you enter one of the most expensive areas of Paris, particularly around Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin.

To the west, Gros Cailloux offers a completely different vibe. It’s a true village-like neighborhood, with Rue Cler, Rue Saint-Dominique, numerous restaurants, and a genuine sense of community life.

The Champ-de-Mars is home to a few highly prestigious buildings, some with direct views of the Eiffel Tower. Further on, toward École Militaire, prices remain high but are slightly more affordable.

The 7th is also a very cultural district, home to the Musée d’Orsay, the Musée Rodin and its remarkable garden, and the Musée du Quai Branly, whose garden is a true oasis of calm.

The main drawback remains the price.

Real estate prices in the 7th arrondissement

• Average: around €15,000/m²
• Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin: over €20,000/m²
• Gros Cailloux: €17,000 to €18,000/m²
• Champ-de-Mars / views of Les Invalides: prices sometimes very high

Real estate market

• +0.2% over one year
• -3% over five years
• +22% over ten years

A prestigious, sought-after district, but reserved for high budgets.

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The 11th arrondissement

The 11th arrondissement, on the Right Bank, is currently in high demand, especially around République. It attracts many young professionals thanks to its energy and atmosphere.

It’s a very lively district, with a nice balance between the working-class and the trendy sides. Restaurants, bars, concert halls, nightlife spots: there’s always something going on. The 11th embodies Parisian youth very well.

It offers a real neighborhood vibe, even if the main drawback remains the lack of green spaces. It is a very urban district, much like the 9th or 10th.

The four neighborhoods—Folie-Méricourt, Saint-Ambroise, Roquette, and Sainte-Marguerite—have fairly consistent price levels.

Real estate prices in the 11th arrondissement

• Average price: around €10,100/m²
• Neighborhoods in the 11th: €10,000 to €10,500/sq. ft.
• Beautiful apartments: around €12,000/sq. ft.
• Houses (rare): €12,000 to €14,000/sq. ft.

An excellent choice for those seeking a lively and central Paris, at prices that are still relatively affordable.

The 18th arrondissement

The 18th arrondissement is undoubtedly one of the most diverse in Paris. Price differences are enormous, and the atmosphere varies greatly depending on the neighborhood.

Montmartre is home to truly exceptional properties: apartments with terraces, views of all of Paris, and sometimes even houses. Prices here are far outside the typical Parisian range.

Contrary to popular belief, Montmartre is touristy only in a very limited area around Place du Tertre. The rest of the neighborhood is a real residential village, very pleasant to live in, where residents often find it hard to leave.

Les Abbesses is highly sought after for its lively, quintessentially Parisian atmosphere. Conversely, La Goutte d’Or remains one of the most affordable areas. Around the 18th arrondissement town hall, the neighborhood is working-class but very friendly, with shopping streets like Rue du Poteau.

In the 18th arrondissement, average prices are not very meaningful given the significant disparities.

Real estate prices in the 18th arrondissement

• Overall average price: around €9,000/m²
• Abbesses: €12,000 to €13,000/m²
• Rue Ordener: around €11,000/m²
• Goutte d’Or: €9,000 to €10,000/m²
• Exceptional properties in Montmartre: up to €30,000/m²

Real estate market

• +4.6% over one year
• -11% over five years
• +22% over ten years

The 19th arrondissement

The 19th arrondissement is perhaps one of my favorites. It’s a very pleasant, green, lively, yet also diverse neighborhood. Some areas are really nice, while others are a bit less reassuring depending on the street. It’s important to be aware of this.

Personally, I feel very at home there. I often go there for lunch, to take a walk around the Buttes-Chaumont, the Ourcq Canal, or the Parc de la Villette.

It’s a young, lively district with plenty of restaurants, bars, and places to go out, while remaining more affordable than central Paris.

Real estate prices in the 19th arrondissement

• Average price: around €8,200/m²
• Beautiful apartments: €10,000 to €11,000/m²
• Properties in prime locations: up to €12,000/m²
• Houses: around €10,000/m²
• Highly sought-after houses: €12,000 to €15,000/sq. ft.

Real estate market

• +5.8% over one year
• -19.5% over five years
• +24% over ten years

The 20th arrondissement

The 20th arrondissement is less conventional than other Parisian neighborhoods. It has a distinct identity.

The Gambetta neighborhood is the one I like best, especially for the Père-Lachaise Cemetery, where I often go for walks. It’s a quiet, pleasant place with beautiful views of Paris.

Around Gambetta, the atmosphere is very pleasant, with shops, cafés, and charming little houses tucked away in streets full of character. The 20th is also very green, with places like the Pierre-Emmanuel Natural Garden or projects like the Paysan Urbain in Charonne.

Culturally speaking, it’s one of the most vibrant districts in Paris, with iconic venues like La Bellevilloise, La Flèche d’Or, and La Maroquinerie.

Real estate prices in the 20th arrondissement

• Average price: around €8,400/m²
• Beautiful apartments: around €10,000/m²
• Houses: around €10,000/m²
• Highly sought-after houses: up to €13,000–14,000/m²

Real estate market

• +2.2% over one year
• -10.6% over five years
• +21% over ten years

The 9th arrondissement

The 9th arrondissement is currently one of the most sought-after areas in Paris. In fact, this is the area where we most often search for apartments. It attracts both working professionals and affluent young families.

The Saint-Georges neighborhood is the most sought-after, particularly for its architecture and the quality of its buildings. Rue des Martyrs perfectly embodies the spirit of the 9th: a true neighborhood street, bustling with shops, including high-quality food stores.

The 9th arrondissement also offers more affordable areas, particularly as you get closer to the 10th arrondissement, which allows for a wide range of buyer profiles.

Real estate prices in the 9th arrondissement

• Average price: around €10,500/sq. m.
• Saint-Georges: €13,000 to €15,000/sq. m.
• Houses (very rare): €15,000 to over €20,000/sq. ft.

Real estate market

• 0% over one year
• -9.3% over five years
• +18.8% over ten years

The 10th arrondissement

The 10th arrondissement is a lively and very urban neighborhood, particularly popular among young Parisians.

The areas around the Canal Saint-Martin are now highly sought-after for their relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Faubourg Saint-Denis and Rue de Paradis are the main hubs of activity.

However, one should be mindful of the immediate vicinity of the Gare de l’Est and Gare du Nord train stations, where the crowd can be more challenging. Just a few streets away, the atmosphere changes completely.

Real estate prices in the 10th arrondissement

• Average price: around €9,400/m²
• Beautiful apartments: €11,000 to €12,000/m²
• Canal area: €13,000 to €14,000/m²
• Houses (exceptional): €12,000 to €13,000/sq. ft.

Real estate market

• +3% over one year
• -11% over five years
• +21.5% over ten years

The 6th arrondissement

The 6th arrondissement is one of the most prestigious and expensive in Paris. Demand, particularly from abroad, remains very strong here.

It is a district emblematic of the Parisian art of living, with Saint-Germain-des-Prés, its charming buildings, and the Luxembourg Gardens, a true luxury in everyday life.

It may, however, seem a bit stuffy to some younger Parisians, with a very formal atmosphere that is sometimes perceived as less contemporary.

Real estate prices in the 6th arrondissement

• Average price: around €15,000/m²
• Beautiful apartments: over €20,000/m²
• Very high-end: up to €25,000/m² and above
• Houses: €20,000 to €30,000/m²

Real estate market

• +5.4% over one year
• -1.3% over five years
• +25.8% over ten years

The right arrondissement is, above all, the one that’s right for you

There is no single “best” arrondissement in absolute terms. What matters most is finding an arrondissement that suits your lifestyle, your plans, and your way of living in Paris.

Since 2009, Parlez-moi de Paris has been guiding buyers through this process, taking into account micro-neighborhoods, local customs, and market realities.

If you’re planning to buy and are still wondering which neighborhood truly suits you, we’re here to help.

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This article was completely rewritten and updated in February 2026, taking into account recent developments in the Parisian real estate market.

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