Levallois-Perret and Neuilly: the premium right bank beyond Paris

Neuilly and Levallois share a border, the same postal code, the same proximity to La Défense, and yet they tell two very different stories. One is the most upscale suburb in France, the other has become one of the most dynamic cities in western Paris. Understanding this difference is the key to a good purchase.

How much does a square metre cost in Neuilly-sur-Seine in 2026?

Neuilly averages 10,800 euros/sqm in 2026, which makes it the most expensive municipality in Ile-de-France. The Sablons/Madrid area climbs to 12,000-14,000 euros/sqm, the Ile de la Jatte sits at 10,000-12,000 euros/sqm and Bagatelle, the most accessible, at 9,500-11,000 euros/sqm.

Neuilly-sur-Seine is the most expensive municipality in Ile-de-France. It is a city of 60,000 inhabitants where everything conveys order, calm and understated wealth. The avenues are wide and tree-lined, the stone buildings impeccably maintained, the cars parked underground.

The Sablons/Madrid area is ultra-premium Neuilly. Steps away from the Bois de Boulogne and the Jardin d’Acclimatation, high-end buildings command prices of 12,000 to 14,000 euros/sqm. Apartments of 150 to 200 sqm trade between 1.8 and 2.8 million euros. This is the market of established families and CEOs.

Bagatelle, to the southwest, is the family-friendly side of Neuilly. More accessible (9,500 to 11,000 euros/sqm), with generous floor areas and a relaxed atmosphere. Families who want Neuilly without the Sablons budget target this area. The schools are the same, the Bois de Boulogne is at the end of the street.

The Ile de la Jatte offers an atypical setting: an island on the Seine, with recent buildings and a waterside promenade. Prices range from 10,000 to 12,000 euros/sqm.

How much does a square metre cost in Levallois-Perret in 2026?

Levallois averages 9,200 euros/sqm in 2026, some 1,600 euros less than Neuilly. The Louise Michel area to the south is the most expensive at 9,500-10,500 euros/sqm, ahead of the commercial centre (9,000-10,000) and the north towards Clichy, the cheapest at 8,500-9,000 euros/sqm.

Levallois-Perret is the opposite of Neuilly. 65,000 inhabitants packed into 2.4 square kilometres, shops everywhere, businesses, bars and restaurants open late. It is a city of dynamic thirty-somethings and professionals who want the accessibility of Paris without the Paris price tag.

The centre of Levallois, around the town hall and the rue du President-Wilson, is the commercial heart. The streets are lively, the restaurants varied. Prices: 9,000 to 10,000 euros/sqm.

The Louise Michel area, to the south, benefits from proximity to the 17th arrondissement. Recent buildings, modern amenities. Prices: 9,500 to 10,500 euros/sqm.

The north, towards Clichy, is the least expensive sector (8,500 to 9,000 euros/sqm) and the least uniform. Approach with caution.

Neuilly or Levallois: what budget for a 3 or 4-room flat?

A 65 sqm three-room flat costs 585,000 to 650,000 euros in Levallois, against 620,000 to 715,000 euros in Neuilly-Bagatelle and 780,000 to 910,000 euros in Sablons. An 85 sqm four-room flat takes 765,000 to 900,000 euros in Levallois, against 920,000 euros to 1.15 million in Neuilly.

A 3-room apartment of 65 sqm costs 585,000 to 650,000 euros in Levallois, compared to 620,000 to 715,000 euros in Neuilly (Bagatelle). In Sablons, expect 780,000 to 910,000 euros for the same size.

A 4-room apartment of 85 sqm trades between 765,000 and 900,000 euros in Levallois, compared to 920,000 to 1.15 million euros in Neuilly. The question is not which one is better: it is which one matches your profile.

Who buys in Neuilly and who buys in Levallois?

Neuilly draws established families, senior executives, high-end expatriates and affluent retirees, on a discreet market where many transactions go through property hunters. Levallois draws young couples, La Défense professionals, entrepreneurs and investors, on a far more fluid market where the best properties sell within 10 to 15 days.

In Neuilly: established families, senior executives, high-end expatriates, affluent retirees. It is a market of discretion where many transactions go through property hunters. At Home Select, Neuilly represents a significant share of our high-end mandates.

In Levallois: young couples, La Défense professionals, entrepreneurs, investors. The market is more fluid and properties move quickly. Our average timeline of 45 days is relevant here: the best properties sell within 10 to 15 days.

What do Neuilly and Levallois have in common?

Both sit 15 minutes from La Défense, border the Bois de Boulogne and offer excellent schools, including the Pasteur high school in Neuilly and Léonard-de-Vinci in Levallois. Each connects directly to central Paris, Neuilly on metro line 1 and Levallois on line 3.

Both municipalities benefit from La Défense within 15 minutes, the Bois de Boulogne, and excellent schools. The Pasteur (Neuilly) and Léonard-de-Vinci (Levallois) high schools are among the best in Hauts-de-Seine.

Metro line 1 (Neuilly) and line 3 (Levallois) connect directly to central Paris. Sports and cultural facilities are of a high standard in both cities.

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What should you watch out for in Neuilly and Levallois?

In Neuilly the risk is boredom: the city is calm, sometimes too calm, and dining options are limited to a few restaurants. In Levallois it is inconsistency: the north towards Clichy is noticeably less pleasant than the centre and south, and streets near the railway are noisy.

In Neuilly, the risk is boredom. The city is calm, sometimes too calm. Young couples without children may feel isolated in the evening. Dining options are limited to a few restaurants.

In Levallois, the risk is inconsistency. The north towards Clichy is noticeably less pleasant than the centre and south. Streets near the railway are noisy, and some buildings are ageing poorly. The gap between two neighbourhoods can be as wide as between Levallois and Clichy.

Parking is scarce and expensive in both cities: 35,000 to 60,000 euros in Neuilly, 25,000 to 45,000 euros in Levallois.

How will the market move in Neuilly and Levallois?

Neuilly stays structurally bullish, with demand exceeding supply on a market of solvent buyers. Levallois keeps catch-up potential: the 1,600 euros/sqm gap could narrow to 1,000-1,200 euros in the medium term.

The Neuilly market is structurally bullish: demand exceeds supply, and buyers have the means. It is a first-class long-term asset. Levallois still has catch-up potential: the 1,600 euros/sqm gap could narrow to 1,000 to 1,200 euros in the medium term.

Should you choose Neuilly or Levallois?

It is first a lifestyle choice: Neuilly for prestige and quiet, Levallois for energy and a more reasonable budget. On the financial side, our average negotiation margin of 6% often represents 50,000 to 80,000 euros in savings on a property in Neuilly.

At Home Select, we assist buyers in both cities with the same rigour. Our average negotiation margin of 6% often represents 50,000 to 80,000 euros in savings on a property in Neuilly, an amount that justifies engaging a property hunter.

The choice between Neuilly and Levallois is a lifestyle choice, not just a financial one. Visit both cities on a Saturday afternoon to feel the difference: you will know within an hour which one is right for you.

For a complete overview of the western inner suburbs, see our guide to Neuilly, Boulogne and Levallois. Our guide to Boulogne-Billancourt completes the comparison. And for luxury market trends, read our analysis of the luxury property market in Paris.