Paris (Île de France)

Located in the Île-de-France region, France's capital, Paris, is a vibrant, cosmopolitan metropolis. Nicknamed the City of Light, it is recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, thanks to its romantic charm and exceptional historical heritage.

In ancient times, the city of Paris, then called Lutetia, was the capital of Roman Gaul and exerted considerable influence throughout Europe. From the Middle Ages onwards, various monarchs succeeded one another in the city, gradually shaping its urban landscape. In the 19th century, Baron Haussmann initiated major urbanistic changes, profoundly transforming the city. Today, Paris remains more than ever an emblematic city, radiating throughout the world thanks to its historical and cultural riches.

Paris' historical heritage is priceless. Among the capital's must-see sites are the Eiffel Tower, the Pantheon, Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, the Sacré-Coeur Basilica and more. The Musée du Louvre is the most visited museum in the world, housing countless artistic masterpieces. Great intellectuals, writers, artists and philosophers such as Victor Hugo, Charles Baudelaire, Claude Monet, Voltaire and Jean-Jacques Rousseau have contributed to the city's cultural and artistic influence.

Paris offers a wide range of walking areas, including the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, the Jardin du Luxembourg and the banks of the Seine. As the cultural heart of France, the city offers eclectic programming in its many theaters and concert halls. Cradle of unrivalled gastronomy, the capital is renowned for its culinary tradition of excellence and its many gourmet restaurants. Last but not least, Paris is a benchmark for lovers of haute couture and jewelry, with prestigious houses established here.

The Paris region and its real estate market

When it comes to investing in luxury real estate, Paris has the distinction of being the most attractive city in the world. The most sought-after arrondissements are the 1st, 6th, 7th, 8th and 16th, but demand for luxury real estate extends to all arrondissements. Outside the inner suburbs, the Hauts-de-Seine, Val-de-Marne and Yvelines departments are also highly sought-after, in particular Neuilly-sur-Seine, Boulogne-Billancourt, Vincennes, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Versailles, etc.

In and around the capital, buyers are generally looking for high-class, typically Parisian real estate: prestigious apartments with beautiful views, upscale townhouses, luxurious penthouses, properties with exteriors.

Sotheby's International Realty agency in the Paris region

Sotheby's International Realty Paris is the international network's representative in the Paris region. Here, real estate experts offer a selection of luxury properties: exceptional apartments, private mansions, charming houses and prestigious penthouses. With 9 branches in Paris intramuros and 2 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, the multilingual Sotheby's International Realty Paris team is on hand to assist every customer with his or her real estate project in the region.