According to the latest figures from the Chambre des Notaires de Paris, the number of apartment sales in the capital remains low, while prices continue to show remarkable stability. At 56Paris Real Estate, we follow these trends closely, as they help us understand the broader context in which our clients buy and sell. After the surge in activity seen in the first quarter of 2025 — a direct result of buyers anticipating higher transfer taxes effective April 1 — activity slowed again in the second quarter. Around 6,200 apartments changed hands, representing a 12% decrease compared to the same period in 2024.
Over the past twelve months, sales volumes have stabilized, while prices have remained virtually unchanged at around €9,500 per square meter, where they have hovered for the last year and a half.
Prices by Neighborhood
At the top end of the market, Saint-Thomas-d’Aquin in the 7th arrondissement — where our 56Paris Real Estate agency is proudly based on rue de Verneuil — remains the most expensive neighborhood, with an average of €15,090 per square meter, despite a 7.4% decline over the year. In contrast, Faubourg du Roule in the 8th and Sainte-Avoye in the 3rd arrondissement have shown strong annual growth of +12.4% and +19.3%, respectively.
At the more affordable end, the Pont-de-Flandre district in the 19th shows the lowest prices at €6,510 per square meter, following a 14.8% drop year-over-year. Overall, price variations remain uneven, with roughly half of Parisian neighborhoods recording annual declines.
The notaries expect a modest price increase of +1.8% by October, bringing the average to €9,650 per square meter — a sign of mild recovery after a long plateau.
1. Number of annual sales and price per square meter per quarter for period apartments in Paris
2. Price per square meter of period apartments in Paris
3. The most expensive neighborhoods
A Different Story at 56Paris Real Estate
Contrary to the somewhat subdued picture painted by the market data, we at 56Paris Real Estate have experienced a very different dynamic in recent months. Since March 2025, activity has accelerated at a pace we haven’t seen since 2022.
By the end of the third quarter, we have already signed 10% more new mandates—both searches and sales—than during all of 2024 or 2023. Even more tellingly, we have successfully matched a growing number of buyers and sellers, bringing us to 20% more completed transactions than in either of the past two years.
Understanding the Momentum
Several factors may explain this sustained growth in our activity:
A renewed flow of international buyers, particularly from the U.S., seeking to diversify their investments amid global uncertainty.
Paris’s enduring appeal as a cultural and economic capital, continuing to outperform many of its European counterparts.
Relatively low credit rates in France, especially for non-resident buyers. While American 30-year mortgage rates currently stand around 6–7%, French financing for non-residents can represent up to 40% savings in borrowing costs.
Recent price adjustments, which have made select properties in prime areas newly accessible before a potential rebound.
Paris real estate continues to prove its resilience. Over the past 25 years, the city has weathered economic cycles and political shifts, always maintaining its long-term value and desirability.
Trust, Loyalty, and Shared Success
In times of uncertainty and change, owning a piece of Paris remains a powerful and reassuring aspiration. At 56Paris Real Estate, we are proud to have already helped many clients move closer to that dream this year — and the year isn’t over yet.
Our gratitude goes to all those who have placed their trust in us so far, whether to find the right pied-à-terre, the perfect investment, or a new family home. Your continued loyalty and confidence inspire us every day to do what we love most: listening to your stories, understanding your vision, and guiding you toward a property that truly feels like your Paris.
Whether you are at the beginning of your search or already envisioning your next Parisian chapter, our team at 56Paris Real Estate is here to guide you every step of the way.