Paris 8th district -Golden Triangle

Bordering the Golden Triangle, the avenues Montaigne, George V and des Champs-Élysées make it the beating heart of French luxury. It is the epicentre of prestigious brands, from Haute Couture to top-of-the-range cars.

This renowned area particularly attracts an international clientele looking for spacious luxury flats, ranging from 120 m² to 300 m².

The 16th arrondissement is also home to iconic thoroughfares such as Avenue Foch, Avenue Victor Hugo, Avenue Kléber and Rue de Passy. What's more, the Trocadéro, the Bois de Boulogne, the Parc des Princes (Paris Saint-Germain's stadium) and numerous museums and embassies add to the diversity of this district.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN ASSETS OF THE 16TH ARRONDISSEMENT?

Luxury and prestige: The Golden Triangle, bounded by the avenues Montaigne, George V and the Champs-Élysées, is the cradle of French luxury. It is home to numerous haute couture boutiques, luxury hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants.

Haussmann-style architecture: The 16th arrondissement is characterised by its magnificent Haussmann-style buildings, wide avenues and green spaces, offering an elegant and refined living environment.

Green spaces: The Bois de Boulogne, one of the largest green spaces in Paris, is located to the west of the 16th arrondissement. It offers many opportunities for walks, sports and outdoor recreation.

Safety: The 16th arrondissement is often considered to be one of the safest districts in Paris, making it a preferred place of residence for many families and celebrities.

Education: The 16th arrondissement is home to a number of renowned educational establishments, from primary schools to lycées, as well as universities and higher education institutions.

Amenities and services: The district offers a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafés and local services, contributing to a pleasant and comfortable quality of life.

Access and transport: With good public transport links, including several metro lines, the 16th arrondissement offers easy access to other parts of Paris and the suburbs.

These advantages make the 16th arrondissement a popular place to live, offering a balance of elegance, comfort and quality of life.

Paris's 16th arrondissement is a diverse district offering a wide range of properties, reflecting its variety of lifestyles and needs.

 

WHAT TYPES OF PROPERTY ARE AVAILABLE IN THE 16TH ARRONDISSEMENT?

Luxury flats: The Golden Triangle, particularly around avenues Montaigne, George V and the Champs-Élysées, is home to sumptuous luxury flats with top-of-the-range finishes, quality materials and top-of-the-range services.

Haussmann-style buildings: The 16th arrondissement is famous for its Haussmann-style buildings, characterised by their elegant facades, spacious interiors, parquet floors, mouldings and fireplaces.

Studios and Family Apartments: In addition to luxury flats, the 16th also offers a variety of studios and family flats, often tastefully renovated and offering comfortable living spaces.

Lofts and Modern Apartments: The 16th arrondissement is also home to modern lofts and contemporary flats, often located in new buildings or converted former warehouses.

Private mansions: The 16th arrondissement is home to many private mansions, sumptuous private residences with gardens, terraces, swimming pools and sometimes even facilities such as gyms, spas or home cinemas...

Houses and Villas: Although less common than flats, it is possible to find detached houses, villas and pavilions in certain parts of the 16th arrondissement, particularly towards the outskirts and near the Bois de Boulogne.

Serviced residences and penthouses: The 16th arrondissement also offers serviced residences, ideal for an international clientele or people looking for additional amenities. Penthouses with large terraces and panoramic views are also popular in this district.

Property prices in the 16th arrondissement

 

 

Named Avenue de l'Alma at its opening in 1858, this prestigious avenue became Avenue George V in 1918.

N° 1: a racecourse located here between 1845 and 1856 was moved to Place Victor Hugo in 1878. Iron-built and significantly larger (150 m long), it was subsequently transferred to rue Caulaincourt in Montmartre 19 years later.
N° 5: politician Albert de Mun lived here before 1914.
N° 23: the American Episcopal Church.

Often presented as the most beautiful avenue in the world, the Avenue des Champs-Elysées is full of luxury boutiques such as Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Guerlain; several gourmet restaurants such as Fouquet's, Pavillon Ledoyen or Ladurée; but also venues such as the Lido and nightclubs.

In the mid 17th century a track led to the “Marais des Gourdes”, a plot where cucurbits, a variety of pumpkin, were cultivated: known in the 1720's as the “allee des soupirs” (alley of sighs) it was later given the name “avenue verte” and in 1770 was planted with rows of elms. The street subsequently became known as “allee des veuves” (widow's alley) owing to its significant number of prostitutes. This now prestigious avenue was until 1850 frequented by a somewhat less respectable population than today. It became avenue Montaigne, and a decade later had been totally transformed.

N°1: the location of the “Chaumière de Thérèsa Cabarrus”. A renowned Republican aristocrat, Thérèsa Cabarrus set up residence here on the day of her marriage with journalist and revolutionary Jean-Lambert Tallien. She went on to host magnificent soirees in the company of the “thermidoriens”, members of a political group active during the French Revolution. Demolished in 1817, the building was replaced by a music hall known as the Acacia where Tallien, long abandoned by “Notre-Dame de Thermidor” as she was known, passed away.
N°9: the former private mansion of the Comtesse de Durfort, writer and politician François-René Chateaubriand's niece.
N° 13/15: the Champs-Elysées Theatre, constructed between 1911 and 1913 by architect Perret in reinforced concrete with bas-reliefs by Antoine Bourdelle. Originally known as the Léon Poirier Theatre, it subsequently got the name Comédie-Montaigne. Previously the hôtel de Lillers where the King of Hanover had resided on occasions stood here.
N°18: built for Prince Napoléon and inaugurated by the Emperor and Empress Eugénie, the “Palais Pompéien” stood here from 1856 to 1869.
N°22: the location of a Moorish-style pavilion inhabited by Abd-el-Kader, known as France's “best enemy”.
N°25: dancer Margaretha Geertruida Zelle, better known as Mata-Hari, was arrested here.
N°28: the location of a private mansion rented between 1857 and 1859 by the twenty-year old Comtesse de Castiglione, the mistress of Napoleon III.
N°49 to 53: a little bar called the Petit Moulin Rouge stood here in 1813. Enlarged 30 years later, it became the Bal Mabille, renowned during the Second Empire. It was demolished in 1882.