A study conducted by the real estate services network **Laforêt** revealed that in the third quarter of 2026, 90% of property transactions involved some form of negotiation. Nationally, the average negotiation margin was 4.8%, but this varied significantly by region. In Paris, the margin was lower at 3.2%, while in other regions it reached 5.1%. For example, a property listed at 300,000 euros would typically be negotiated down to 285,600 euros, based on the national average. Over the past year, property prices in France have seen a decline, with an average decrease of 1.5%, bringing the average price per square meter to 3,238 euros. The decline was more pronounced in Île-de-France, where prices dropped by 2%. In regions, Nice experienced a 0.5% decrease to 5,102 euros per square meter, and Lyon saw a 0.4% drop to 4,775 euros per square meter. However, not all areas saw declines—Brest saw the largest increase at 5.8%, followed by Rouen (+2.8%) and Dijon (+2.6%). The real estate market has been shaped by a significant increase in supply, which rose by 9% over the past year, while demand grew by only 1%. This imbalance has given buyers more leverage in negotiations. The number of properties for sale has increased notably: by 15% in Paris, 7% in Île-de-France, and 8% in other regions. Apartments dominate the supply, with their numbers rising by 13%, compared to a 4% increase for houses. Demand for apartments grew by 4.5% over the same period, while demand for houses fell by 4%. Negotiation margins differ depending on the type of property. Houses have a higher negotiation margin of 5.7%, compared to 4.1% for apartments. This is partly due to the higher costs associated with maintaining houses, including heating and repairs, which are more burdensome in a time when households are focusing on managing expenses. The average time it takes to sell a property has increased to 101 days, up from 95 days in September 2025. In Paris, the average selling period was 84 days, while in Île-de-France it was 99 days and in other regions it was 101 days. Although there has been a gradual return of buyers, the market recovery remains uncertain. Transactions have decreased by 1.8% over the past year, with notable declines in Paris (-3.8%), Île-de-France (-0.8%), and other regions (-1.8%). Disparities in sales continue to exist across different areas.