17e (Batignolles), Paris.
The 17e arrondissement’s boho-bourgeois pocket, calmer than the centre, more local than the 16e.
A free, sourced guide to renting an apartment in 17e (Batignolles), Paris: walkability, safety, noise, median rent and what residents actually say.
Best family neighbourhood in Paris if you can’t afford the 7e.
Batignolles is the quiet sister of the 17e. Worth seeking out.
I live here with two kids and a dog. Nothing better.
What you get
- Real green space inside the arrondissement
- Sunday organic market on Place Lobligeois
- Cheaper than central while still feeling Parisian
What you give up
- Less nightlife than the 11e
- Far from the Left Bank
- Schools fill up quickly
Is 17e (Batignolles) a good neighborhood to rent an apartment in Paris?
17e (Batignolles) is generally safe, with a Walk Score of 93/100 and median rent around €11,900 per m². It is best suited for young families, couples, people who want quiet. The 17e arrondissement’s boho-bourgeois pocket, calmer than the centre, more local than the 16e.
How much does it cost to rent in 17e (Batignolles), Paris?
Median asking rent in 17e (Batignolles) is roughly €11,900 per m², which puts it in line with comparable Paris neighborhoods. Actual prices vary by street, building age and apartment size. Less nightlife than the 11e. Far from the Left Bank
Is 17e (Batignolles) a safe neighborhood?
17e (Batignolles) is generally safe. Our safety grade is B+, based on official France police data and resident reports. Daytime safety is generally good across most blocks, with localized concerns covered in the full address-level report.
Is 17e (Batignolles) walkable?
Yes, 17e (Batignolles) is highly walkable, you can run most errands on foot. Walk Score: 93/100. Average ambient noise: 54 dB.
What is 17e (Batignolles) known for?
A village square (Place du Dr Félix Lobligeois), a real park (Square des Batignolles), a Sunday organic market, and a lot of young families. Quieter and slightly cheaper than the central arrondissements. Real green space inside the arrondissement. Sunday organic market on Place Lobligeois. Cheaper than central while still feeling Parisian
Who is 17e (Batignolles) best for?
17e (Batignolles) is best for young families, couples, people who want quiet. The 17e arrondissement’s boho-bourgeois pocket, calmer than the centre, more local than the 16e.
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