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Saint‑Malo Spotlight: Brittany’s Walled Jewel

November 4, 2025 – Coastal Market Intelligence

📊 This Week’s Market Intelligence

🇫🇷 Saint‑Malo & Emerald Coast:

Saint‑Malo (Ille‑et‑Vilaine) continues to attract Parisian second‑home buyers and cross‑Channel demand, supported by strong transport links (TGV ~2h15 from Paris to nearby Rennes, then ~45min), maritime heritage, and year‑round tourism. Inventory remains tight inside the ramparts (Intra‑Muros) and along the Grand Bé–Fort National vistas; nearby Dinard, Saint‑Lunaire, and Saint‑Briac add premium villa stock.

🔥 Market Highlights

€6,000–€9,000/m²Intra‑Muros prime
€4,500–€7,000/m²Paramé/Rothéneuf sea view
€7,500–€12,000/m²Dinard Belle‑Époque front line
6–9%Seasonal gross yield (short‑lets)

Intra‑Muros (Historic Walled City)

Paramé & Rothéneuf (Family Coastal Quarters)

Dinard / Saint‑Lunaire / Saint‑Briac (Emerald Coast)

💎 Featured Properties This Week

🏰 Stone Duplex Over the Ramparts (Intra‑Muros)

€595,000

Details: 2 bed, 68m², top floor, exposed beams, partial sea glance
Why it works: Blue‑chip holiday‑let; low HOA fees; A‑grade location
Yield: Short‑let 6.5–7.5% gross in high‑season weighted model

🌊 Family House Near Sillon Beach (Paramé)

€749,000

Details: 4 bed, 135m², garden, off‑street parking, attic potential
Angle: Medium‑term furnished rental + capital growth; school catchment

🎩 Belle‑Époque Villa with Bay Views (Dinard)

€1,890,000

Details: 5 bed, ~260m², terraces, landscaped grounds
Angle: Trophy asset, second‑home or luxury seasonal let; limited supply

📈 Investment Intelligence

Access & Demand Drivers
  • TGV Paris–Rennes + direct bus/car to Saint‑Malo keeps weekender flow high.
  • Year‑round tourism: thalasso, sailing, Mont‑Saint‑Michel excursions.
  • Constrained heritage stock = resilient pricing in core areas.
Regulatory Notes
  • Short‑let registration may apply; check mairie rules per district.
  • DPE (energy rating) impacts Parisian buyer appetite—prioritise C/D.
  • Co‑ownership (copropriété) fees and facade/rampart constraints to budget.

🎯 Target Strategies

Core‑Plus (Intra‑Muros)

Buy renovated two‑bed with character features; focus on upper floors with light. Hold 5–7 years. Blend personal use + professional short‑let operation.

Value‑Add (Paramé/Rothéneuf)

Houses with attic/garage conversion potential; improve layout and insulation, target family demand. Exit via Parisian second‑home market.

Prestige (Dinard/ Saint‑Briac)

Trophy villas with terraces and sea aspects; accept lower yields for scarcity value. Long horizon appreciation + lifestyle return.

💰 Sample Scenarios

6.8%Intra‑Muros duplex gross yield
10–15%2‑year uplift after light refurb

💡 Investor Tip of the Week

Look for properties on quieter streets just off main tourist flows (Rue du Pélicot / Rue de la Harpe pockets). You can preserve nightly rates while boosting reviews with better sleep quality and easier access.

📞 Local Field Access

Saint‑Malo Viewing Weekend (Limited Slots)

Private tours across Intra‑Muros, Paramé and Dinard. Includes market briefing and renovation cost benchmarking.

  • Next dates: Nov 22–24 and Dec 6–8
  • Contact: saintmalo-tour@etxetxue.com
  • Early bird: €790

📅 Coming Next Week

🇫🇷 Normandy Coast: Deauville–Trouville–Honfleur Report

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