Luxembourg Gardens
History & Real Estate

Located in the center of the 6th arrondissement of Paris, the Jardin du Luxembourg is one of the most emblematic places in the capital. Created at the beginning of the seventeenth century on the initiative of Marie de Medici, it remains today a space where history, culture, relaxation and real estate prestige are harmoniously mixed. Surrounded by some of the most coveted streets on the Left Bank, the garden attracts Parisians and visitors from all over the world, but it is above all a strong marker of the Parisian high-end real estate market.

A garden steeped in history
The Jardin du Luxembourg was created in 1612 on the initiative of Queen Marie de Medici, who wanted to build a palace reminiscent of her native Italy. She had the Palais du Luxembourg built and entrusted the landscaping of the garden to landscapers inspired by Florentine gardens. Over the centuries, the garden has evolved according to successive political regimes, welcoming extensions, French-style layouts and freer spaces in an English style. Today, it covers 23 hectares, 21 of which are open to the public, and it is administered by the Senate, located in the Luxembourg Palace.

A place of culture and a must-see walk
The Jardin du Luxembourg is a real open-air museum. Its alleys are home to more than a hundred statues, including those of great writers, queens and saints. In the centre, the Medici Fountain, a baroque masterpiece, remains a romantic place par excellence. Parisians come here to read, play chess or simply enjoy the calm. Children crowd around the pools to sail small colorful sailboats, a tradition that is more than a century old.
In addition to the promenade, the garden regularly hosts photography exhibitions, free concerts and cultural events. The Orangerie, transformed into an exhibition space, is one of the privileged places to discover contemporary artists. The Jardin du Luxembourg thus illustrates this Parisian ability to combine historical heritage and cultural vitality.

Life around the Jardin du Luxembourg
The area surrounding the Jardin du Luxembourg is one of the most elegant on the Left Bank. There are many academic and cultural institutions, such as the Lycée Montaigne, the Lycée Saint-Louis, the École des Mines de Paris, the Institut Catholique and the nearby Sorbonne. These establishments contribute to the attractiveness of a sector that is highly sought after by families and foreign students.
As for shops, the adjacent streets such as Rue Soufflot, Rue de Vaugirard or Rue Guynemer offer an authentic Parisian atmosphere, combining specialized bookstores, historic cafés and refined restaurants. The area is also full of small high-end shops and local markets, enhancing the quality of life of the inhabitants.

A highly coveted real estate market:
Prestige, upscale and family

The real estate around the Jardin du Luxembourg is one of the most prestigious in Paris. Demand is constant, both from Parisian customers and international buyers. Haussmannian and Art Nouveau buildings dominate, with their dressed stone facades, continuous balconies and generously spacious reception apartments.

The streets directly bordering the garden, such as Rue de Vaugirard, Rue Guynemer or Boulevard Saint-Michel, offer a breathtaking view of the lawns and statues, a rare privilege that justifies prices of up to €25,000/m², or even more, for exceptional properties. A 150 m² family apartment with garden view represents a safe heritage value, highly sought after by foreign buyers looking for a unique address.

A few streets away, the market remains high but more accessible: rue Madame, rue d'Assas or rue Bonaparte, when there is no direct view of the garden with average prices that vary between €14,500 and €20,000/m², depending on the condition of the property, its floor and the presence or absence of an elevator. The renovated properties, with beautiful volumes and a prestigious address, particularly appeal to an international clientele who want a pied-à-terre ready to live in.

For investors, the academic and cultural environment of the sector guarantees a high liquidity of the rental market. A two-room apartment in the immediate vicinity of the garden, particularly in the streets of Soufflot or Monsieur-le-Prince, is a safe investment, popular with students and young professionals alike.

A unique art of living
Living around the Jardin du Luxembourg means enjoying a rare atmosphere: a subtle balance between calm, prestige and dynamism. In the morning, joggers roam the shady paths; On weekends, families come to relax, and students study in the sun.
The emblematic cafés of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, such as the Café de Flore or Les Deux Magots, are only a few minutes away, while the Odéon district, with its theatres and cinemas, adds a cultural and festive touch to local life. This Parisian art of living, between bourgeois elegance and intellectual vitality, is one of the great attractions of this sector.

Your real estate agency in the Luxembourg Gardens
Buying a property near the Jardin du Luxembourg means choosing a rare and heritage address in the heart of the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Our agency, located just 200 meters from the garden, is one of the major players in the purchase and sale of apartments in the Luxembourg district. Thanks to our perfect knowledge of the surrounding streets – from Rue de Vaugirard to Rue Guynemer, via Rue de Médicis, Rue Madame and Rue Fleurus – we support Parisian families and international buyers in the search for or sale of unique properties: family apartments, high-end pied-à-terre, exceptional addresses with a view of the garden.

For sellers, entrusting their property to an expert agency in Luxembourg allows them to benefit from an exclusive file of qualified buyers and optimal development. Our local roots, reinforced by a loyal international clientele, make our agency a trusted partner for the success of your transaction in one of the most prestigious districts of Paris.

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