18e (Montmartre), Paris.
The hill, the basilica, the painters, and the streets the tourists never walk.
A free, sourced guide to renting an apartment in 18e (Montmartre), Paris: walkability, safety, noise, median rent and what residents actually say.
Above the hill is paradise. Below it is a different city.
I climbed 240 steps every day. Best fitness routine of my life.
Cheap, beautiful, slightly sketchy. Real Paris.
What you get
- Cheaper than central arrondissements
- Real village feel above the basilica
- Sacré-Cœur 5 minutes from your door
What you give up
- Below the hill is rough at night
- Pigalle isn’t for everyone
- Stairs everywhere, not for older legs
Is 18e (Montmartre) a good neighborhood to rent an apartment in Paris?
18e (Montmartre) is generally safe, with a Walk Score of 95/100 and median rent around €10,600 per m². It is best suited for creatives, budget-conscious, view people. The hill, the basilica, the painters, and the streets the tourists never walk.
How much does it cost to rent in 18e (Montmartre), Paris?
Median asking rent in 18e (Montmartre) is roughly €10,600 per m², which puts it in line with comparable Paris neighborhoods. Actual prices vary by street, building age and apartment size. Below the hill is rough at night. Pigalle isn’t for everyone
Is 18e (Montmartre) a safe neighborhood?
18e (Montmartre) 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 18e (Montmartre) walkable?
Yes, 18e (Montmartre) is highly walkable, you can run most errands on foot. Walk Score: 95/100. Average ambient noise: 58 dB.
What is 18e (Montmartre) known for?
Climb above the Sacré-Cœur and the village atmosphere is real. Below, around Pigalle, it gets seedier. The 18e’s residential streets are some of the cheapest central Paris you’ll find. Cheaper than central arrondissements. Real village feel above the basilica. Sacré-Cœur 5 minutes from your door
Who is 18e (Montmartre) best for?
18e (Montmartre) is best for creatives, budget-conscious, view people. The hill, the basilica, the painters, and the streets the tourists never walk.
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