The latest ranking of the Association of Cities and Villages Where Life is Good, published by the Journal du Dimanche (JDD), once again confirms Lorient's privileged position. In 2025, the Morbihan city will be ranked 7th out of the 500 most attractive French cities. A remarkable performance that confirms Lorient as the first Breton city in this ranking, ahead of Brest (10th) and Rennes (11th).
Confirmed attractiveness
Although Lorient has lost one place compared to 2024, it maintains its status as a city where life is good. This ranking is based on 190 criteria such as quality of life, safety, service offerings, infrastructure and the environment. This national recognition demonstrates the city's dynamism and ability to offer a pleasant living environment to its residents.
Lorient’s success is not only due to its advantageous geographical position or its maritime heritage. The city stands out for its efficient management of its urban development and a diversified offer in terms of transport, cultural and sporting activities, as well as educational and health infrastructures.
A dynamic real estate market
Lorient’s attractiveness is also reflected in its real estate market. In 2024, the average price per square meter was €2,774, an increase of 6.53% in one year. This increase reflects the growing interest in the city, both for residents and real estate investors.
The distribution of housing in Lorient is dominated by apartments (73.75%), while single-family homes represent 24.9% of the housing stock. In addition, 42.68% of residents own their homes, which underlines the stability of the local market.
A city in constant evolution
Despite a high population density (3,309 inhabitants per km²), Lorient continues to evolve with projects aimed at improving the quality of life of its inhabitants. The city's eligibility for the "Towns and Villages where life is good" label confirms its commitment to a process of continuous improvement.
Lorient attracts families as well as young professionals and retirees, thanks to its many amenities, green spaces and easy access to services. It is also an excellent choice for real estate investors wishing to benefit from a growing market and sustained rental demand.
Conclusion
Lorient maintains its leading position in Brittany and continues to assert its attractiveness at the national level. With a recognized quality of life, a varied range of services and a dynamic real estate market, the city with six ports is an ideal choice for living and investing. Its ranking in the 2025 ranking of cities where life is good is further proof of its commitment to the well-being of its residents.
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