The French real estate market in early 2026 is stabilizing after a period of volatility. Expect a slight national price increase of around 1.6%, though with significant regional variations. Transaction volumes are gradually recovering, projected to reach 980,000, supported by stabilizing mortgage rates of around 3.27% to 3.40%.
The volume of property transactions is on a path to a gradual and cautious recovery. After a period of decline, the number of sales is expected to reach around 980,000 in 2026, indicating a normalization of the market. This uptick is partly due to the return of first-time buyers, encouraged by more stable financing conditions.
Overall, the market is shifting from recent turbulence to a more measured and sustainable environment.
There are still attractive investment opportunities in real restate in France.