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
Japanese Expats in Paris: Housing, Schools, and How to Settle In
A practical guide for Japanese nationals relocating to Paris in 2026: long-stay visa, rental market, and the admin st...
Élodie Garnier
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Rental Guide: Prices, Leases, and Expert Tips
The complete Saint-Germain-des-Prés rental guide: 2026 prices, lease types, guarantor tips, and how to secure your Pa...
Élodie Garnier
Moving to Paris as an Irish Citizen: EU Rights, Housing, and First Steps
Irish citizens can move to Paris without a visa, but the real challenge is the rental market. Here is your practical...
Élodie Garnier
Living in Paris as a Digital Nomad: Apartments, Visas, and Costs in 2026
What visa do you actually need? How do you find a flat without a French contract? The practical 2026 guide for digita...
Élodie Garnier
British Expats Moving to Paris (2026): Visas, Housing & Cost of Living
Everything British nationals need to plan their Paris move in 2026, from post-Brexit visa steps and real housing cost...
Élodie Garnier
4 Types of Lease in France: Which One Should Expats Choose? (2026)
France has 4 main lease types with very different rules. Here is how to identify the right one before you sign anythi...
Élodie Garnier
Family's Guide When Relocating to Paris with Kids: Where to Live & Study
Best neighborhoods, schools, admin steps, housing costs, and relocation tips for expat families moving to Paris with...
Élodie Garnier
How to Settle in When You are an American Citizen Moving to Paris? (2026)
Americans moving to Paris face unique visa, tax, and housing hurdles. Expert answers on FATCA, VLS-TS visas, and find...
Élodie Garnier
How to Manage Administrative Steps of Moving to Paris, as an Expat (2026)
Master your move to Paris in 2026. From visas and banking to schools, a phase-by-phase guide for expats, executives,...
