Buy a cheap apartment in Paris

Buying in Paris seems reserved for big budgets. However, some neighborhoods and neighboring cities still allow you to buy Without breaking the bank. By targeting your sector well, remaining flexible and applying a few tips, you can buy your main residence in Paris or in the suburbs at a reasonable price. Here's how to do it.

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📍 The most affordable districts in Paris

Where can you buy in Paris without blowing your budget?

Not all boroughs are the same when it comes to prices. In 2025, some sectors remain significantly below average (9,500 €/m² approximately).

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18th arrondissement — Northern districts

Around Marx Dormoy, La Chapelle or Porte de Clignancourt, prices sometimes drop under €8,000/m². The neighborhood is evolving quickly and is becoming an option for first-time buyers. The proximity to Montmartre, the metro and shops is attracting more and more families.

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19th arrondissement — Villette/Crimea

The 19th remains one of the most affordable boroughs. In the neighborhoods near La Villette or Crimée, you can still find apartments around 7,500 to 8,500 €/m², especially on the ground floor or with work.

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20th arrondissement — Saint-Fargeau/Telegraph

The north-east of the 20th century offers a good compromise between Affordable prices and neighborhood life. Lines 3bis and 11 connect you to the center quickly. Average prices there revolve around 8 500 €/m².

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🌍 Preferred cities in the immediate suburbs

Buying just near Paris: good deals in the inner suburbs

Sometimes, leaving Paris allows you to buy bigger, better renovated, for less. Here are some cities with great potential, well served and still affordable.

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Saint-Ouen

1 station away from Paris, with line 14 and 13, Saint-Ouen has completely changed. The prices revolve around 6 800 to 7 500 €/m². It is a smart choice for a first purchase with a real neighborhood life.

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Pantin

Located in the north-east of Paris, well served (RER E, metro 5), Pantin is attracting more and more young buyers. There are still properties around 6 500 €/m², especially near Hoche and Pantin Church.

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Montreuil

Highly sought after for its “village in the city” atmosphere, Montreuil combines green spaces, artisans, and ancient buildings. On the Croix-de-Chavaux side or town hall, count between 6,000 and 7,000 €/m². Further in Bas-Montreuil, prices are even more accessible.

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Ivry-sur-Seine and Villejuif

South of Paris, these two cities still offer great opportunities. Well served by metro 7 and soon line 15, they offer prices around 4,500 to 6,000 €/m², with large family apartments.

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🧾 Comparative table Paris/near suburbs (2025)

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🛠️ Tips for buying a cheaper property

Buy with work

A property to renovate can cost 20 to 30% less upon purchase. You can adapt it to your taste, obtain renovation grants (MaPrimeRénov') and create value.

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Target ground floors or 5th floors without elevators

These assets are often less requested, therefore more negotiable. With a good layout or good light, they can become a real crush.

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Track urgent sales

Some sales are triggered by separations, mutations, or financial emergencies. Monitor the platforms, activate the alerts, or go through a real estate hunter. These goods sell quickly, but prices are more open to negotiation.

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Be responsive

In affordable neighborhoods, good goods don't stay in line for long. Prepare your financial file in advance to make an offer quickly.

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✅ Conclusion

Buying a cheap apartment in Paris is still possible in 2025... provided you target it well.
By broadening your search to certain outlying districts or to the Well served small area, you increase your chances of finding A property adapted to your budget.
Add to that a bit of flexibility (floor, work, location) and you will find your future home without excessive compromise.

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👉 A real estate hunter can also save you precious time by finding the Real good deals before the others. Read our article on why you should hire an apartment hunter.

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