Living in Centre-Val de Loire on a Daily Basis
A Peaceful Lifestyle Close to Nature
The Centre-Val de Loire charms with its tranquility. Here, days stretch according to the rhythm of the seasons, in charming villages where nature is omnipresent 🌳. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or enjoy walks along the rivers, it’s easy to reconnect with the essential.
- Less traffic and stress than in the city
- Local farmers’ markets and short food circuits
- Numerous hiking trails and bike paths
Rich Heritage, Local Cuisine, and Rural Traditions
From the famous Château de Chambord to the medieval streets of Loches, the region is full of treasures to explore.
Cuisine is not left behind: goat cheeses, renowned wines (Sancerre, Vouvray), Tarte Tatin… Rural traditions also rhythm local life, especially during village festivities and agricultural fairs.
Between Historical Cities and Bucolic Landscapes
Orléans, Tours, Bourges: Human-Scale and Well Connected
The metropolises of Centre-Val de Loire offer the perfect balance between urban life and provincial softness. Orléans, Tours, or Bourges offer:
- All essential services and infrastructure
- Cultural dynamism thanks to their festivals, museums, and universities
- Vibrant city centers that are never oppressive
On the real estate market, real estate in Orléans is interesting for its properties averaging 170 m², while in Tours, character real estate attracts with beautiful houses averaging 363 m².
In Bourges, the real estate offer stands out for its generous size at attractive prices (303 m² on average for a moderate price per square meter).
In Loches, real estate is also appealing: properties reach an average of 385 m² of living space, according to Green Acres.
Rivers, Forests, Valleys: A Natural and Balanced Living Environment
As soon as you leave the city, you immerse yourself in a preserved environment: walks in the Sologne forest, canoeing trips on the Loire, cycling weekends on the famous Loire à vélo 🚴♂️. The diversity of landscapes is the great richness of the territory:
- Loire Valley and its vineyard lands
- Berry hedgerows
- Millennial forests and peaceful ponds
What Attracts New Residents
Affordable Prices, Large Spaces, Quick Access from Paris
One of the major assets of Centre-Val de Loire remains its accessibility, notably from the capital:
- 1 hour by train on average to reach Paris
- Real estate prices significantly lower than Île-de-France
- Properties with gardens and even castles available
For 2024, the department of Loiret records an average price of 165,000 € for 92 m² and Indre-et-Loire at 194,000 € for 88 m², according to notary data, corroborating a price drop of 2% to 4% over one year.
In Cher, the average price is set at 106,000 € for a surface of 96 m². Furthermore, there is a notable share of second homes (up to 11% of sales in Cher), reflecting the territory’s appeal for a serene investment.
The attraction exceeds borders: the region also piques the interest of foreigners, with, for example, British, Belgian, or Dutch buyers well represented in the Indre-et-Loire and Cher market (respectively 19%, 17%, and 13% of foreign buyers in Indre-et-Loire), according to Green Acres.
A Good Compromise for Families and Young Professionals
Schools, sports facilities, dynamic associations, low population density: everything is in place to raise a family or work remotely in the best conditions.
- Flexible working hours thanks to remote work
- Diverse educational offerings
- Preserved quality of life despite proximity to large cities
