Why the 14th Arrondissement Appeals to Families
The 14th arrondissement is one of the most logical choices for a family looking to settle in Paris. It combines prices that remain accessible compared to the central Left Bank, a green living environment (Parc Montsouris, Cite Universitaire, Square de la Place de Catalogne), quality public and private schools, and a village atmosphere that contrasts with the bustle of the central arrondissements.
In 2026, the average price per square meter in the 14th is approximately 9,500 to 11,000 euros, depending on the neighborhood, some 20 to 30% less than the neighboring 6th.
Neighborhoods to Target
Alesia, Sainte-Anne is the most family-friendly area of the 14th. Quiet streets, local shops, proximity to Parc Montsouris and the Cite Universitaire. Three and four-bedroom apartments are relatively available in 1960s-70s buildings, often bright and well laid out. Prices: 9,000 to 10,500 euros/sqm.
Denfert-Rochereau, Raspail offers a more central location and direct access to the RER B (Denfert) and metro lines 4 and 6. The housing stock is more Haussmann-style, with generous volumes. Prices: 10,500 to 12,000 euros/sqm.
Pernety, Plaisance is the most affordable area of the 14th. A working-class neighborhood in transition, with restaurants, specialty food shops and the Brune market. It is the choice of families who prioritize space over address prestige. Four-bedroom apartments of 80 sqm can be found around 750,000 euros.
Montsouris, Dareau is the premium area of the 14th. Immediate proximity to the park, villas and small townhouses, tree-lined streets. Family properties are rare and expensive here (11,000 to 13,000 euros/sqm), but the living environment is exceptional for Paris.
Schools in the 14th
The 14th has a strong educational offering. Among the well-regarded institutions: Ecole and College Sainte-Anne, College Francois Villon, Lycee Emile Dubois. The Montparnasse-Raspail area provides access to Lycee Montaigne (6th) and Lycee Louis-le-Grand (5th), just a few metro stops away.
For international families, the proximity of the Cite Universitaire and the RER B connection to international schools in southern Paris (Lycee International de Sceaux, Ecole Active Bilingue) are valuable assets.
Our Expertise in the 14th
Large family apartments in the 14th sell quickly, often off-market. At Home Select, our property hunters know the buildings, the co-ownership structures and the concierges in the neighborhood. We identify opportunities before they appear on property portals. Describe your project in the 14th.
FAQ
What budget for a 4-bedroom apartment in the 14th in 2026?
Expect 700,000 to 900,000 euros for a 4-bedroom of 75 to 90 sqm in the Pernety-Plaisance or Alesia areas. In the Montsouris or Denfert area, plan for 850,000 to 1,100,000 euros.
Is the 14th well served by public transport?
Yes: metro lines 4, 6, 13, tramway T3, RER B (Denfert-Rochereau, Cite Universitaire). The extension of line 4 to Bagneux further improves service to the southern part of the arrondissement.
Are there green spaces for children?
Parc Montsouris (15 hectares) is the green lung of the 14th. Additionally, there is the Square de la Place de Catalogne, the Cite Universitaire park, and numerous neighborhood squares.
