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    France property market

    House prices in France rose 0.2% in the year to Q1 2026, based on BIS data. After inflation, prices lost 0.8% over the same period. Rents changed +1.6% year on year. Over five years the nominal index is +5.4%.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

    Key metrics

    We are still compiling indicator data for France.

    Market analysis

    Our market analysis briefing for France is being written by our research desk. In the meantime, the indicators above cover the numbers this section will explain.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

    Taxes & costs

    Our taxes & costs briefing for France is being written by our research desk. In the meantime, the indicators above cover the numbers this section will explain.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

    Buying guide

    Our buying guide briefing for France is being written by our research desk. In the meantime, the indicators above cover the numbers this section will explain.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

    Rental law

    Our rental law briefing for France is being written by our research desk. In the meantime, the indicators above cover the numbers this section will explain.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

    Economy

    Our economy briefing for France is being written by our research desk. In the meantime, the indicators above cover the numbers this section will explain.

    Last updated 28 July 2026

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    Sources & methodology

    Indicators are compiled from official statistics offices, central banks and international organisations.

    Read our full methodology or compare France with other markets.

    France property FAQs

    What is the average rental yield in France?

    We do not yet publish a gross rental yield for France.

    Are house prices rising in France?

    Nominal house prices in France changed +0.2% over the last year.

    What does it cost to buy property in France?

    Transaction costs vary by region in France; see the taxes and costs section for details.

    What are typical mortgage rates in France?

    We do not yet publish a representative mortgage rate for France; see the finance metrics above for the indicators we track.

    Can foreigners buy property in France?

    Foreign-buyer rules in France are covered in our buying guide section above, alongside transaction costs, taxes and the registration process.

    Where does this France property data come from?

    Figures for France are compiled from official statistics offices, central banks and international organisations, and were last updated 28 July 2026.

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