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Dec 19, 2025
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Investing in rental real estate in the 10th arrondissement of Paris means targeting a young, vibrant neighborhood that is very well connected thanks to the presence of the Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est. The 10th attracts a mobile, active, and cosmopolitan population that supports one of the highest rental demands in Paris. Between the lively streets of the Canal Saint-Martin, the neighborhoods near République, and the transforming areas around Château-Landon, the arrondissement offers a coherent investment landscape, driven by continuous urban dynamics and still reasonable prices.
Why invest in rental real estate in Paris 10?
A lively, central district highly sought after by young professionals
The 10th attracts a predominantly young population: executives, freelancers, employees from the tertiary sectors of République, Gare du Nord, or Sentier. This demographic supports a very high rental demand, particularly for studios and one-bedroom apartments located near public transport.
Neighborhood life is a key selling point: cafes along the canal, independent shops, a bobo-chic atmosphere around République, and cultural dynamism around Louis-Blanc. These assets create a market where properties rent out very quickly, supported by solvent tenants in search of an urban lifestyle.
Prices still accessible for a central and dynamic area
Prices in the 10th range from €9,000 to €11,500/m² depending on the micro-neighborhoods. This level, more accessible than central districts, offers an interesting entry point for rental investment. The areas near the Canal Saint-Martin or République are the most expensive, while Gare du Nord and Château-Landon still present more affordable levels.
This diversity allows for strategy adjustments: securing a heritage value in sought-after areas or optimizing useful profitability in growing zones. The district remains generally accessible and offers a good compromise between budget and rental pressure.
A rental demand driven by professional mobility
The presence of Gare du Nord and Gare de l'Est strongly structures the rental market. The district attracts mobile employees, young professionals working in nearby suburbs, and international professions needing quick access to the railway network. This mobility supports rapid yet qualitative turnover in small spaces.
Family apartments also find their audience, particularly around République, Bonsergent, or Magenta, where quieter streets attract couples with a young child. For an investor, this dual demand — young professionals + mobile profiles — ensures quick rentals and solid visibility.
A district that has been upgrading for several years
For over ten years, the 10th has been undergoing continuous transformation: requalification of the canal banks, modernization of shops, gradual pedestrianization of certain streets, and the arrival of new cultural venues. This upgrade attracts a more upscale population, more demanding in terms of housing quality.
The sectors close to République and the canal have particularly benefited from this dynamic, but areas once neglected — like Château-Landon or Lariboisière — are also evolving. This gradual transformation enhances the value of properties located in quiet or modernized streets.
In the 10th arrondissement, Beanstock selected an 18 m² studio for Théophile and achieved a €7,500 negotiation on the purchase price. After a well-managed renovation, the operation today shows excellent results: a net yield of 4.3% and a return on invested capital (ROIC) of 8.3%.
The best neighborhoods in the 10th for a rental investment
Canal Saint-Martin: the most sought-after area, ideal for small premium properties
The Canal Saint-Martin is one of the most sought-after areas in the 10th arrondissement. Young professionals settle here for its atmosphere, cafes, restaurants, and walkways. Renovated studio and one-bedroom apartments are rented extremely quickly, with one of the highest rental tensions in Paris.
Prices are high, but demand is exceptional. For a rental investment aimed at affluent tenants, this is an ideal sector.
République – Jacques Bonsergent: centrality, mobility, and high rental demand
This neighborhood benefits from a unique connection: lines 3, 5, 8, 9, and 11 at République, plus quick access to several employment hubs. Young professionals mainly look for small properties here, attracted by urban quality of life and immediate mobility.
Renovated one-bedroom apartments are rented out in a few days, and the quiet streets around Jacques-Bonsergent offer an excellent compromise between neighborhood life and tranquility. For a first rental investment, this sector is particularly consistent.
Poissonnière – Louis-Blanc: a growing market, attractive to young professionals
Around Poissonnière and Louis-Blanc, prices remain more accessible than in central areas. The neighborhood attracts young professionals looking for affordable housing close to public transport. Renovated studio and one-bedroom apartments find tenants easily, supported by a regular and solvent demand.
This is an interesting sector to optimize profitability while enjoying a gradual improvement in the urban environment.
Gare de l’Est – Château-Landon: accessibility and potential for growth
This sector offers the lowest prices in the 10th arrondissement while benefiting from excellent transport links. The proximity to train stations creates constant rental demand, especially from young professionals and mobile employees. Public renovations and the renewal of businesses enhance the attractiveness of the neighborhood.
For a rental investment with a measured budget, this is one of the best leverage points for yield in the arrondissement.
For Joséphine, in the 10th arrondissement, Beanstock identified a 17 m² studio with significant potential. After a carefully executed renovation, her investment today delivers impressive performance: a net yield of 4.3% and a return on invested capital (RIC) of 8.4%!
What to remember about the 10th arrondissement
Paris 10 combines dynamism, mobility, youth, and strong rental demand. Its lively neighborhoods, stations, its potentially improved old park, and its attractiveness to young professionals make it an ideal area to structure a profitable and sustainable rental investment. It is a district where rental is quick, vacancy is low, and appreciation is progressive.
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