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Real Estate: here are the cities to invest in this year around Lyon

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The Editor

Lyon is getting more expensive? Yes, but the suburbs are fighting back! With prices per square meter reaching an average of €4,819, more and more buyers are turning to nearby towns like Villeurbanne, Saint-Priest, and Neuville-sur-Saône. These areas are cheaper, well-connected, and booming, attracting both families and savvy investors. Let’s take a look at the rising neighborhoods according to the site PAP.

Villeurbanne, the natural extension of Lyon

With an average price of €3,843/m², Villeurbanne stands out as an ideal alternative to Lyon. Its advantages? Ultra-fast connections to downtown thanks to the metro and tramway, along with neighborhoods undergoing exciting transformations. From the iconic Gratte-Ciel and their Art Deco architecture to the thriving Grandclément area, not to mention La Doua and its many campuses, the real estate offerings here are diverse.

Prices range from €2,600 to €4,710/m² depending on the areas, presenting fantastic investment opportunities.

Saint-Priest, the rising star of East Lyon

With prices between €2,900 and €3,400/m², Saint-Priest attracts first-time buyers and young families. The Berliet neighborhood is experiencing a real estate boom, while the Village sector remains a must-see with its stable prices around €3,300/m². Its proximity to central Lyon (just 20 minutes by tram) boosts its appeal even further.

Saint-Genis-Laval, a great find just 14 minutes from Lyon

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Metro to Lyon-Sud hospitals is a game changer! Saint-Genis-Laval is now just 14 minutes from Part-Dieu! Its real estate market, mostly made up of houses, attracts families looking for space and greenery. The average price is €3,800/m², still affordable compared to Lyon, but the trend is upward, especially in the town center and the Champlong neighborhood.

Neuville-sur-Saône, a sweet spot by the Saône

Just 17 km from Lyon, this well-connected town offers a pleasant living environment at an average price of €3,417/m². First-time buyers are flocking here, enjoying still reasonable prices (€3,354/m² in the town center, €3,625/m² in the Vosne-Etete Noire area).

Décines-Charpieu, where city meets nature

Located to the east of Lyon, Décines-Charpieu attracts residents thanks to its balance between urban living and green spaces. Prices range from €2,857 to €4,010/m² for apartments and rise to €4,456/m² for houses, a segment that’s particularly sought after.

erché. LThe downtown area remains the epicenter of transactions, with strong demand and excellent transportation links.

Feyzin and Pierre-Bénite, the new real estate bets

Less known but undergoing a significant transformation, these two towns are experiencing notable price increases. In Feyzin, the price per square meter has risen from €2,450 to €2,890 in just two years, while Pierre-Bénite, boosted by an eco-district project, now shows an average of €3,120/m².

Transportation, a key driver of real estate dynamism

The expansion of transportation networks plays a crucial role in redefining prices. Saint-Priest and Vénissieux, now connected to downtown Lyon in just 20 minutes, are seeing their prices rise 5 to 7% faster. The T6 tramway to the East Hospitals is boosting demand in Bron, while the Lyonnaises roadways, with their 250 km of bike paths by 2026, are already influencing residential choices.


Source : PAP