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Cost of Living in Paris, France

The City of Light. Fashion, finance, tech startups. High rent but unmatched culture.

Currency
EUR (€)
English Level
Moderate
Healthcare
Public (Sécurité Sociale)

Rental Prices in Paris

1-Bedroom Apartment
€1,100 - €2,400
per month
2-Bedroom Apartment
€1,900 - €3,400
per month

* Prices shown are second-hand rental market rates, typical for expats.14 neighborhoods tracked. Source: Official government housing statistics.

Monthly Living Costs

Groceries
€380
Transport
€89
Utilities
€190
Dining Out
€200

Utility costs based on Eurostat Energy Statistics.

Popular Neighborhoods

Le Marais (4th)
Historic Jewish quarter. Art galleries, boutiques, and the city's best falafel.
5 min walk•€1,900+/mo
Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th)
Literary and artistic heritage. Cafes where existentialists once debated, most expensive area in Paris.
8 min metro•€2,100+/mo
Latin Quarter (5th)
Student quarter near Sorbonne. Bookshops, historic universities, and charming cafes.
10 min metro•€2,000+/mo
Champs-Élysées (8th)
Prestigious avenue with luxury shopping, hotels, and business headquarters.
5 min metro•€2,100+/mo
Bastille (11th)
Lively nightlife district. Bars, clubs, and the famous opera house. Popular with young professionals.
10 min metro•€1,700+/mo
Montmartre (18th)
Artistic hilltop village. Sacré-Cœur, street artists, and bohemian charm.
15 min metro•€1,600+/mo

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Relocation Costs

Deposit capped at 1 month unfurnished. Need guarantor (garant) or Garantme service. Strict tenant requirements.

Typical deposit: 1 months rent

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Data last updated: January 2026•View methodology

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