The 10
most expensive neighborhoods in Reims

The Cathedral Quarter is the historical and heritage heart of Reims—a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991, encompassing Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Basilica of Saint-Remi, and the Palais du Tau. It was here that the kings of France were crowned from Clovis (498) to Charles X (1825)—a historical and symbolic aura unique in France. Place Drouet d'Erlon, Reims' main pedestrian shopping street, along with Rue de Vesle and Place du Forum, are home to some of the city's most sought-after addresses.

Characterful period apartments in Art Deco buildings constructed during the post-war reconstruction (1920-1935) – with their listed facades, ornate ironwork, and generous proportions – represent the most sought-after property in this area of ​​Reims. Prices reach up to €4,122/m² on the most prestigious streets (Place du Forum: €4,122/m², Rue de Mars: €4,115/m²) according to SeLoger (2026).

Cérès is the district where character homes command the highest prices in Reims — €5,715/m² according to consolidated DVF data (PAP.fr, August 2026). Located north of the historic center, between the Cathedral and Boulevard Foch, it is an upscale residential area that boasts some of Reims' finest Art Deco houses and private mansions. Rue Clovis, Rue Ponsardin (named after the famous Veuve Clicquot), and Rue Courmeaux are among the city's most prestigious addresses.

The proximity of the Cathedral and the major Champagne houses—Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, Mumm, Pommery—gives this area a unique historical and economic significance. The Champagne cellars, built beneath the houses and listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, are a considerable asset for the properties that possess them.

Boulevard Lundy is one of Reims' most elegant avenues—a wide, tree-lined boulevard that runs east to west through the city center, bordered by Art Deco buildings dating from 1920 to 1935 with meticulously crafted facades. Boulevard Lundy is among the most expensive streets in Reims at €3,589/m² according to SeLoger (2026)—a level that confirms the enduring appeal of this address to the most discerning buyers.

The Lundy — Jard — Boulevard de la Paix sector concentrates the prestigious Reims market for large bourgeois apartments, in listed or registered Art Deco buildings, with high ceilings, oak parquet floors and wrought ironwork characteristic of this unique period of French architecture.

Clâirmarais is a quiet residential area east of Reims city center, bordered by the Aisne-Marne Canal. It features characterful buildings dating from the 1920s to the 1950s, less well-known than the Cathedral Quarter but appreciated by those seeking tranquility and architectural charm without the density of the city center. The canal banks are a rare green asset in Reims.

Barbatre is one of Reims' most central and vibrant neighborhoods, situated between the Place de la République and the city's commercial heart. Rue Piper—named after the Champagne house of the same name founded in 1743—and Rue Courmeaux are among the most expensive streets in Reims (€4,052/m² and €4,044/m² respectively, according to SeLoger). The Place de la République, with its fountain and market, is the commercial hub of this area.

Cernay-Colbert is the most sought-after family-friendly residential area in Reims, located east of the city center. It is characterized by a high concentration of detached houses built between the 1920s and 1960s, with gardens, garages, and outdoor spaces—a rare type of property within the city limits of Reims. The area's renowned schools and proximity to the university campus make it a prime choice for families with children. According to Zimo.fr (July 2026), houses there reach prices of €3,200 to €4,200 per square meter in the most desirable locations.

Jamin Northeast is the most sought-after part of the Jamin district west of Reims—a quiet, well-connected residential area where detached houses dating from the 1950s to the 1980s stand alongside some newer residences. Houses here reach €4,122/m² according to PAP.fr (August 2026)—a level that reflects the sustained demand from families for this type of property in a quiet area close to the city center.

Bezannes and Cormontreuil are two towns bordering Reims to the south—directly benefiting from the proximity of the Champagne-Ardenne TGV station, which provides a 45-minute connection to Paris. This exceptional accessibility generates strong demand from dual residents and professionals working in Paris but seeking a quieter, more affordable environment. Bezannes boasts the highest prices—up to €3,795/m² for houses, according to MeilleursAgents.

Sainte-Anne is the affluent, family-oriented neighborhood in northern Reims—a quiet, leafy residential area favored by well-to-do families who wish to move away from the city center while remaining within Reims. Avenue Louis Roederer—named after the Champagne house—is the neighborhood's main thoroughfare. The houses here are more spacious than those in the city center, with gardens and garages, in a peaceful, green setting. It's the traditional choice of prominent Reims families who have left the city center in search of more space.

Courlancy is a neighborhood in western Reims, nestled between Parc Colbert and the first residential areas, offering access to Reims' prestigious real estate market at still-affordable prices. Parc Colbert—one of Reims' main green spaces with its ponds and tree-lined avenues—is the area's primary asset. Its proximity to the city center and major thoroughfares makes it a popular choice for first-time buyers seeking out Reims' distinctive real estate market.