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Most Affordable in Rhône-Alpes

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Best Cities for Retirees
Low crime, warm climate, affordable cost of living and strong healthcare access.
Best Cities for Remote Workers
Strong broadband, affordable rent, low traffic and existing remote-work culture.
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Strong schools, low crime, affordable homes and family-friendly commutes.
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All Countries  ·  France  ·  Rhône-Alpes

Most Affordable — Rhône-Alpes

1 Saint-François $74,000
2 Brioude $88,800
3 Ambert $89,600
4 Mably $90,000
5 Sainte-Sigolène $90,400
6 Amplepuis $93,000
7 La Ricamarie $93,600
8 Domérat $94,800
9 Montluçon $95,600
10 Le Chambon-Feugerolles $95,600
11 Gannat $95,800
12 Thiers $97,000
13 Saint-Flour $99,600
14 Annonay $99,600
15 Le Puy-en-Velay $100,200
16 Aurec-sur-Loire $100,800
17 Firminy $101,600
18 Sury-le-Comtal $102,000
19 Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule $102,000
20 Commentry $102,000
21 Aurillac $102,600
22 Privas $102,600
23 Roanne $103,000
24 Yssingeaux $103,200
25 Arpajon-sur-Cère $103,400
26 Monistrol-sur-Loire $103,600
27 Le Coteau $104,800
28 Rive-de-Gier $105,000
29 Riorges $106,000
30 Unieux $106,200
31 Lezoux $106,600
32 Saint-Étienne $106,800
33 Saint-Genest-Lerpt $107,200
34 Ugine $107,200
35 La Voulte-sur-Rhône $107,600
36 Moulins $107,600
37 Yzeure $107,600
38 Le Teil $109,600
39 Villars $109,800
40 Montbrison $109,800
41 Loriol-sur-Drôme $110,400
42 Pont-du-Château $110,400
43 Issoire $111,200
44 Aubenas $111,600
45 La Grand-Croix $112,200
46 Feurs $112,600
47 Bourg-Saint-Andéol $112,600
48 Saint-Galmier $112,800
49 Vichy $112,800
50 Châtel-Guyon $113,200
51 Tarare $113,800
52 Riom $114,200
53 Cusset $114,200
54 Romans-sur-Isère $114,600
55 Roche-la-Molière $116,200
56 Tournon-sur-Rhône $117,200
57 Bourg-de-Péage $117,600
58 Saint-Marcellin $118,000
59 Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert $118,400
60 Livron-sur-Drôme $119,000
61 Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux $119,600
62 Le Cendre $119,800
63 Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds $120,000
64 Crest $120,800
65 Nyons $122,000
66 La Talaudière $122,200
67 Vizille $122,600
68 Chabeuil $122,800
69 Pierrelatte $122,800
70 Veauche $123,600
71 Romagnat $123,600
72 Tain-l'Hermitage $124,000
73 Saint-Chamond $124,800
74 Saint-Priest-en-Jarez $125,000
75 Le Péage-de-Roussillon $125,000
76 Bellerive-sur-Allier $125,400
77 Moirans $125,400
78 Chamalières $125,600
79 Montélimar $125,600
80 Bourg-lès-Valence $126,000
81 La Mure $126,000
82 Belley $126,200
83 L'Arbresle $126,600
84 Sorbiers $127,000
85 Andrézieux-Bouthéon $127,200
86 Valence $128,800
87 Bourg-en-Bresse $129,200
88 Lagnieu $129,200
89 Ceyrat $129,400
90 Oyonnax $129,400
91 Roussillon $129,400
92 Givors $129,800
93 Gerzat $130,600
94 Péronnas $130,800
95 Saint-Péray $131,000
96 Aubière $131,200
97 Viriat $132,000
98 Pont-Évêque $132,200
99 Trévoux $132,600
100 Voiron $132,800

The most affordable housing markets in Rhône-Alpes offer opportunities for homeownership at a fraction of the cost of major metros. Saint-François has a median home value of just $74,000.

Affordable housing markets often feature lower costs of living overall, making them attractive to retirees, remote workers, and families building wealth through homeownership. Many of these cities offer solid community amenities despite their lower price points.

While low home values make homeownership accessible, they may also reflect limited job markets or slower economic growth. The rise of remote work has created new opportunities for these communities to attract residents who can earn higher salaries from distant employers.

Did You Know?

  • 1. In Saint-François, the median home costs just $74,000 — less than a new luxury car.
  • 2. Affordable housing markets have seen increased interest since the rise of remote work, as buyers can earn higher salaries from anywhere.
  • 3. Many of the most affordable cities are in the South and Midwest, where land costs and construction expenses are lower.

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