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21/02/2012Editor's Guide: Where to Live in France

Editor's Guide: Where to Live in France Here's a short introduction to our Where to Live section for France, from neighbourhood tips to the trendy places to live in Paris.

One of the most important decisions you’ll make upon arriving at your new location is where to live. In fact, recent studies show that expat housing is tied to job success abroad.

The cost of housing, proximity to work, schools and amenities should be considered as well as your preferred neighbourhood.

Some people prefer to stay in neighbourhoods popular with other internationals, while others choose to live in areas popular with locals. Chosing to buy or rent also directs families on what spots suit them best,

An Expatica poll reveals that when looking for expat accommodation, most people consider the neighbourhood (54 percent) and then price (24 percent). For a personal opinion, read the story of one expat's take onwhat it means to have a culture clash in the world of neighbours when living abroad in Where's the neighbourly love?

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Paris at dusk from the top of the Tour Montparnasse

Which city, town or neighbourhood to live in
Expatica’s Where to Live channel carries articles providing details of key areas in your new country or city of residence to help you start your search. ‘Where to live in France’ gives general descriptions of the popular expat locations, while articles such as ‘Where to live in Paris’ focus on the property market in the capital. Read our notes for country movers to make sure you're prepared for the big move to a new place.

Ask your fellow expats
Other expats are a great source of information about what different areas are like. Why not try asking in the Expatica community for people’s impressions of the place you’re interested in?


3 reactions to this article

brad posted: 2011-02-16 15:03:09

"when chosing" (3rd paragraph) ---> when CHOOSING
;)

Sinbad The Sailor posted: 2012-02-21 13:21:47

A teacher by any chance? ;-)

brad posted: 2012-02-21 16:09:40

you got it!

3 reactions to this article

brad posted: 2011-02-16 15:03:09

"when chosing" (3rd paragraph) ---> when CHOOSING
;)

Sinbad The Sailor posted: 2012-02-21 13:21:47

A teacher by any chance? ;-)

brad posted: 2012-02-21 16:09:40

you got it!

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