Property hunter
Élodie Garnier
Paris property hunter, I’m out exploring the city every week for our clients. I write about neighbourhoods, housing and everyday life in Paris.
Articles by Élodie Garnier
Élodie Garnier
Tenant Rights in France: What Expats Renting in Paris Should Know (2026)
Know your tenant rights in France before you rent in Paris. Understand deposits, lease rules, repairs, rent increases...
Élodie Garnier
How to Negotiate Apartment Rent in France: A Paris Guide for Expats (2026)
What rent is negotiable in France, the legal levers that work in Paris in 2026, and how to make the ask without losin...
Élodie Garnier
Left vs Right Bank Paris Rental Costs and Housing Differences
Compare Paris rents by arrondissement, rent caps, building stock and daily logistics across the Left and Right Banks...
Élodie Garnier
How to Find Affordable Accommodation in Paris? Rent Control, Costs, Areas
Affordable accommodation in Paris for expats: real 2026 prices by arrondissement, rent control explained, and what to...
Élodie Garnier
How to Rent an Apartment with Balcony in Paris (Costs & Tips)
A practical guide to renting an apartment with a balcony in Paris, covering real rent premiums, the best arrondisseme...
Élodie Garnier
How to Rent a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Paris in 2026? Costs and Requirements
What a 2-bedroom apartment in Paris actually costs in 2026, the furnishing rules that apply, and how to get your rent...
Élodie Garnier
Legal Furniture Requirements for Furnished Apartment in Paris (2026)
French law defines what every furnished Paris apartment must include. Learn the legal minimum, rent implications, and...
Élodie Garnier
Paris Vacation Rentals with Balcony: Top Areas for Monthly and Long Stays
Find Paris vacation rentals with balcony, the top arrondissements for monthly stays, price ranges, and lease options...
Élodie Garnier
Furnished Apartments in Paris: Lease Types, Costs and Market Reality
Furnished apartments in Paris 2026: lease types explained, real prices by arrondissement, a viewing checklist, and ap...
