Housing prices in France continue to rise
After declining in 2022–2023, housing prices in France began to rise again. The Connexion states that prices on the secondary market have increased since the end of 2024. Currently, the positive trend continues in a number of regions.
Montpellier has become the leader in price growth. Houses here have grown in value by over 6% in the past year. Metz ranks second in terms of price increase, followed by Caen and Orleans. In each of these cities, prices went up by more than 3%. Additionally, analysts noted that the aforementioned markets are showing more favorable conditions for sellers. However, demand is limited, and economic instability is putting pressure on the market.
Nevertheless, the situation across the country is uneven, with prices falling in several regions. One of these regions is Châteauroux, where real estate prices dropped by 16%, the largest decline in 2024. Housing prices also fell by 14% in Corse-du-Sud and by 11% in Reims.
Regional overview
Properties in the southern regions of France tend to be expensive. Toulon has the highest prices, with an average house costing around €450,000. In Corse-du-Sud, housing can cost around €446,000.
The Parisian market lags behind the southern regions. However, in some areas of the capital, apartment prices are twice the national average.
Affordable properties can be found in central France. For instance, the average price of a house in Châteauroux is €116,000. Prices are slightly higher in Troyes and Poitiers, at around €173,000.
France’s market outlook
IGEDD analyzed trends in the French real estate market from 2022 to 2024. According to the analysts’ findings, price fluctuations were significant but manageable. These dynamics occurred within the framework of standard market development cycles and repeated historical trends. Experts noted that the slowdown in the sector did not affect property profitability. For the past 30 years, real estate has remained a competitive asset. This primarily refers to stock market instruments and government bonds.
The market revival continued in early 2025. The increase in activity is particularly noticeable in regions that had previously experienced a sharp decline. However, analysts are not rushing to make optimistic forecasts. The market is under serious pressure from various factors, including high interest rates. Moreover, the French economy is still subject to inflation that cannot remain stable. The situation is further exacerbated by limited supply in popular areas.
The heterogeneity of the market should also receive attention. In France, for example, there is a significant price difference between real estate in the south and the center of the country.