Expert advice, market analysis and practical guides for buying property in Paris. By the Home Select team.
Buyer's Guide
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Loi Carrez: definition and private surface area
Loi Carrez surface area: what is included, what is excluded, the 5% tolerance rule, recourse in case of error. Complete guide for buying in Paris in 2026.
Property easements: what the notaire checks before your purchase
Property easements in Paris: right of way, view restrictions, shared courtyard, planning restrictions. What the notaire verifies, what impacts your purchase, and how a property hunter protects you.
Buying a luxury property in Paris: 2026 guide
Luxury real estate market in Paris in 2026: sought-after arrondissements, price per m2, off-market and buying strategies above 2 million euros. Expert guide.
Dry Rot Diagnosis: Risks and Obligations
Dry rot (merule) destroys the woodwork of older Parisian buildings. Risk zones, mandatory diagnosis, treatment costs, and prevention in 2026.
Paris
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Batignolles and Epinettes: The 17th Arrondissement's New Lease of Life
Batignolles and Epinettes are transforming the 17th arrondissement. Prices, atmosphere and buying advice from an experienced property hunter in Paris.
Canal Saint-Martin and Oberkampf: the Creative Paris That Keeps Rising in Value
Canal Saint-Martin and Oberkampf: price per sqm, micro-neighborhoods and analysis from a property hunter. The field guide to buying in the 10th-11th arrondissements.
Passy and La Muette: the Village Side of the 16th Arrondissement
Passy and La Muette reveal an unexpected face of the 16th arrondissement. Prices, micro-neighbourhoods and buying advice from a property hunter who works the ground.
Finding a Family Apartment in Paris' 14th Arrondissement
The 14th arrondissement of Paris offers a sought-after family-friendly setting. Neighborhoods, schools.
Real Estate Market
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Paris Property Barometer: Q1 2026
Paris property barometer Q1 2026: price per sqm by arrondissement, transaction volumes, selling times and trends in the Parisian market.
Mortgage rates in 2026: impact on the Paris property market
Analysis of the impact of 2026 mortgage rates on purchasing power in Paris: simulations by arrondissement, scissor effect and buyer strategies.
The Most Expensive Streets in Paris: Ranking and Analysis in 2026
Avenue Montaigne, Quai d'Orleans, Place des Vosges: the most expensive streets in Paris reach 25,000-30,000 euros/sqm. Ranking and analysis by Home Select, property hunters since 2011.
Property prices: Paris versus major European capitals
Paris at 10,620 euros/m2: more expensive than Berlin or Madrid, cheaper than London or Amsterdam. Complete comparison of European capitals in 2026 by Home Select.
Property Hunter
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Apartment Viewing with a Property Hunter: Why Their Expert Eye Changes Everything
What a property hunter sees during a viewing in Paris that you do not: co-ownership, noise, potential, hidden defects. On-the-ground insights.
Is an Apartment Hunter Worth It? Let Us Do the Math
2.5% fees vs 6% negotiation: is an apartment hunter in Paris a good investment? Full ROI calculation on a 600,000 euro purchase.
Apartment Hunter in Paris: 8 Common Misconceptions Debunked
A property hunter is too expensive, only for the wealthy, they choose for you... 8 common misconceptions about apartment hunters examined with full transparency.
Buying Without a Property Hunter: The Most Common Mistakes
Overpaying, neglecting the co-ownership, rushing under pressure... The most frequent mistakes buyers make without an apartment hunter in Paris, and how to avoid them.
Lifestyle
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Preparing your move to Paris: practical guide and tips
Practical guide to preparing your move to Paris: parking permits, building access, administrative steps, average costs and tips specific to the French capital.
Facade Renovation in Paris: Obligations, Costs and Financial Aid in 2026
Facade renovation in Paris in 2026: ten-year obligation, average costs (50-150 euros/m2), financial aid and impact on your property's value.
The best panoramic viewpoints in Paris
The 10 best panoramic viewpoints in Paris: Eiffel Tower, Sacre-Coeur, Montparnasse, Buttes-Chaumont, Galeries Lafayette. Access and tips.
Soundproofing a Flat in Paris: The Complete Guide for Buyers
How to assess the soundproofing of a flat in Paris before buying. Types of noise, techniques, costs and points to check during viewings.
Investment
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Airbnb in Paris in 2026: What the Law Actually Allows (and Prohibits)
Airbnb regulations in Paris in 2026: maximum duration, registration, fines, compensation and real profitability. The complete guide for property owners.
Buying a studio in Paris to rent out: the complete calculation
Detailed simulation of a studio investment in Paris: price, fees, rent, charges and net yield in the 10th, 13th and 18th arrondissements. All 2026 figures.
Non-seasonal furnished rental in Paris: the complete guide for investors
Long-term furnished rental in Paris in 2026: LMNP status, taxation, landlord obligations and profitability compared to unfurnished rental.
Short-Term Rental Regulations in Paris in 2026: What Is Changing
Paris strengthens its Airbnb rules in 2026: 120-day limit, compensation mechanism, mandatory registration and increased penalties.
Expats
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Moving to Paris: The Complete Checklist for International Buyers
Every step for organising your move to Paris after a property purchase: bank, insurance, moving, administration, school.
Buying an Apartment in Paris from Abroad: A Step-by-Step Guide
Buying property in Paris as a non-resident: financing, taxation, notary power of attorney and remote support in 2026.
Investing in Paris as an American: the best neighborhoods in 2026
Guide to the best Paris neighborhoods for American buyers in 2026. Budget, atmosphere, international schools and return on investment.
Moving to Paris: the 20 essential administrative steps
Visa, bank account, social security, taxes, schools, phone: all the administrative steps for moving to Paris as an expatriate. 2026 checklist.
Successful missions
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Urgent purchase after a quick sale: a 2-bedroom apartment secured in 18 days in the 10th
Urgent purchase after a quick sale: a 42 sqm 2-bedroom apartment found in 18 days in the 10th arrondissement. Budget 420,000 euros, 4.3% negotiation by our property hunter.
Single-parent family: a bright 3-bedroom found in Montmartre in the 18th
A single mother found a 55 sqm 3-bedroom in Montmartre with our property hunter. Budget 480,000 euros, 5.4% negotiation in the 18th arrondissement.
Rental investment: a profitable 22 sqm studio in the 17th arrondissement
Successful rental investment in the 17th arrondissement: a 22 sqm studio purchased for 215,000 euros with a gross yield of 4.7%. Found by our property hunter.
Young couple: a 3-bedroom flat with character found near Place Voltaire in the 11th
A young couple found a 3-bedroom Haussmann flat of 52 sqm with character near Voltaire in the 11th. Budget 520,000 euros, 3.8% negotiation by our property hunter.
Latest articles
258 Loi Carrez: definition and private surface area
Loi Carrez surface area: what is included, what is excluded, the 5% tolerance rule, recourse in case of error. Complete guide for buying in Paris in 2026.
Preparing your move to Paris: practical guide and tips
Practical guide to preparing your move to Paris: parking permits, building access, administrative steps, average costs and tips specific to the French capital.
Property easements: what the notaire checks before your purchase
Property easements in Paris: right of way, view restrictions, shared courtyard, planning restrictions. What the notaire verifies, what impacts your purchase, and how a property hunter protects you.
Buying a luxury property in Paris: 2026 guide
Luxury real estate market in Paris in 2026: sought-after arrondissements, price per m2, off-market and buying strategies above 2 million euros. Expert guide.
Facade Renovation in Paris: Obligations, Costs and Financial Aid in 2026
Facade renovation in Paris in 2026: ten-year obligation, average costs (50-150 euros/m2), financial aid and impact on your property's value.
Dry Rot Diagnosis: Risks and Obligations
Dry rot (merule) destroys the woodwork of older Parisian buildings. Risk zones, mandatory diagnosis, treatment costs, and prevention in 2026.
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