With more than 397,000 students in Paris, investing in student housing in Paris responds to structural tension in the student rental market, where supply remains insufficient to meet demand. The answer is clear: yes, this investment can be profitable in 2025, but under certain conditions. The capital is home to prestigious universities, grandes écoles, and international students, which keeps constant pressure on student housing. Investing in student residences is attractive because it is managed on a delegated basis via a lease and a residence manager, and because of the attractive tax treatment offered by the LMNP status. On the other hand, profitability depends heavily on location, the strength of the manager, and the terms of the contract. Returns are stable, but rarely spectacular.
 

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