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Lille & these 2 cities in the North are booming in the real estate market!

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The Editor

Profitable real estate doesn't stop at the RER C line. Less than two hours from Paris, several cities in Hauts-de-France are making their mark. Lille, Douai, and Arras are leading the way, showing that the North has nothing to envy from the capital when it comes to smart investing.

Lille: more desirable than ever

We don’t need to introduce you to the capital of Flanders. Just 55 minutes from Paris by TGV, Lille ticks all the boxes: over a million residents in the urban area, maximum rental pressure (zone A), regulated rents, an incredible cultural and educational offering… In short, a super dynamic market that attracts students, young professionals, and families alike.

For investors, it promises constant demand, a solid job market, and secure returns over time. Yes, property prices have indeed risen, but the city’s appeal means it remains a safe investment. And we won’t lie to you: it’s a bit of our pride.

Douai: the little city on the rise

For a long time living in the shadow of its big sister Lille, Douai is stepping back into the spotlight. Connected to Paris in under 1 hour and 30 minutes, this mid-sized city offers affordable prices per square meter, a genuine rental demand, and a delightful quality of life that more and more people are drawn to.

Rents are more affordable, but the demand is certainly there. With its stunning architecture, schools, services, and upcoming urban redevelopment, Douai is the smart choice for investing wisely without breaking the bank.

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Arras: Elegance in Picardy, with Profitability to Boot

Do you think Arras is just a beautiful Grand Square and a Christmas market ? Think again! With its train station right in the city center, the town is just 50 minutes from Paris and boasts maximum rental demand. Properties sell quickly, demand is high, and purchase prices are much more affordable than in Île-de-France.

As a bonus: stunning historical heritage, a vibrant city center, and a true quality of life. It's exactly the kind of place where people from the Île-de-France love to settle down without giving up their jobs in Paris. And for an investor, that's music to our ears!

And what about the train in all of this?

According to the latest figures, the number of passengers on TGV, TER, and Transilien trains continues to rise every year. The arrival of high-speed lines in cities like Le Mans, Reims, Tours, or Rennes only speeds up this phenomenon. As a result, more and more people work in Paris but live elsewhere. This mobility is redefining the areas that are attractive for rental investment.