Lyon vs Paris
Lyon vs Paris — Real Estate Comparison — France
Lyon
Paris
What does your budget buy?
For the same budget, you get 2x more space in Lyon than in Paris.
Investment & market comparison
| Metric | Lyon | Paris | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | €314,941 | €537,597 | Lyon |
| Median rent (€/mo) | €914 | €2,218 | Lyon |
| Gross rental yield | 3.5% | 5.0% | Paris |
| Population | 484,344 | 2,243,833 | Paris |
| Price index YoY | 1.0% | 1.0% | — |
| Avg sold price (MIVAU) | €368,946 | €687,067 | Lyon |
| Asking vs sold premium | 29.9% | 32.7% | Lyon |
Data combines Spanish real-estate portals (asking), INE Atlas income, INE Padrón demographics, MIVAU official transactions, INE IPV price index.
Real estate in Paris is 125% more expensive than in Lyon, with median prices of €9,937/m² vs €4,425/m². Paris has 1,145 recorded transactions vs 205 in Lyon, making it the more active market. For buyers seeking value, Lyon offers significantly lower entry prices than Paris.
Lyon
The median property price in Lyon is €4,425/m². There are currently 216 active listings on the market. 205 transactions were recorded in the most recent period.
Paris
The median property price in Paris is €9,937/m². There are currently 243 active listings on the market. 1,145 transactions were recorded in the most recent period.
Transaction Data Comparison
| Lyon | Paris | |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sold Price | €245,000 | €380,000 |
| Sold/m² | €4,425/m² | €9,937/m² |
| Transactions | 205 | 1,145 |
FAQ
Is Lyon more expensive than Paris?
Yes, Paris is 125% more expensive than Lyon. The median price per m² in Paris is €9,937 compared to €4,425 in Lyon.
Which city is better for property buyers — Lyon or Paris?
From a price perspective, Lyon offers more affordable options with a median of €4,425/m².
How active are the property markets in Lyon and Paris?
Lyon recorded 205 property transactions in the most recent period, while Paris had 1,145.