Presentation of the Lyon branch
Located in Lyon's 6th arrondissement, close to the prestigious avenues Foch and cours Franklin Roosevelt, the Lyon Sotheby's International real estate agency is managed by Sophie Aknine. Established in 2007, the agency will join the “Sotheby's International Realty” network in 2019.
The team is made up of 19 employees, all of whom are skilled negotiators and seasoned prestige real estate professionals. Team members come from a variety of backgrounds, complemented by solid, proven experience in the field. With its resolutely international scope, the agency pays particular attention to ensuring that its consultants have a perfect command of English and Spanish.
Thanks to a unique portfolio of exceptional properties, the agency is able to offer an exclusive and varied selection: from bourgeois apartments to historic residences, as well as contemporary and elegant living spaces such as penthouses.
The Lyon real estate market
Characterized by multiple niche sectors, the Lyon real estate market is particularly attractive in the inner city, the Monts d'Or and western Lyon. The 6th, 2nd, 4th and 5th arrondissements are particularly popular. Customers particularly appreciate properties with a view of the quays of the Saône and the historic Saint-Just district. Lyon's “first ring” communities, such as Croix Rousse, Monplaisir, Montchat, Caluire and Écully, are also highly sought-after.
More remote communities, such as Charbonnières-les-Bains, are attracting strong interest due to their excellent transport links and the presence of quality educational establishments.
On the primary residence market, the clientele is predominantly French, made up of local families or individuals coming from the north-eastern regions following a professional transfer. On rare occasions, expatriates from the United States or border countries such as Belgium, Switzerland or Italy may also be included.
Lyon: history and heritage
Lyon traces its origins back to Roman times, in the 1st century BC. As the capital of Gaul, the city enjoyed a remarkable three-century period of political, economic, military and religious growth. During the Renaissance, Lyon experienced its second golden age in terms of culture and trade, with annual fairs attracting visitors from all over Europe.
Lyon's identity is closely associated with its gastronomy, celebrated by the renowned chef Bocuse and many other starred chefs who have chosen to make the city their home, such as Mathieu Viannay, Christophe Roure and Bernard Mariller. This dynamic city is a high-end destination for a wealthy clientele.
On the Lyon peninsula in the Bellecour district, the Grand-Hôtel Dieu boasts an exclusive selection of restaurants, terraces, rooftop bars and cafés. It is also home to the Cité de la Gastronomie and numerous fashion boutiques. The InterContinental Lyon, with its remarkable Soufflot cupola, is home to the Le Dôme bar and the Epona restaurant, both of which are must-sees for visitors. Lyon is also a major center for the arts, with events such as the Festival Lumière, the Nuits de Fourvière and remarkable venues such as the Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Opéra de Lyon and the Théâtre des Célestins.
Thanks to its affiliation with the Sotheby's International Realty network, the Lyon Sotheby's International agency is able to support its customers beyond the simple transaction to fully meet their expectations and needs.
