Find your new life
Located between Bordeaux and Toulouse, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, the Lot-et-Garonne department enjoys a temperate climate, diverse landscapes, and the well-known Gascon conviviality. Bordered by the magnificent Landes National Park to the west and Périgord to the north, and just a few hours from the sea and Spain, the department is attracting more and more buyers looking to acquire a second home or settle down for retirement. If you are looking to buy property in Lot-et-Garonne, read this article to discover the market, prices, and real estate trends in the department.
Though a rather rural region, Lot-et-Garonne has its audience: here, both French and foreigners are looking for a second home or a retirement house in the peaceful towns and villages or in the preserved countryside of the department.
The most sought-after properties include:
In 2024, the average price per square meter in Lot-et-Garonne is €1500, whether for a house or an apartment.
The most expensive areas are Agen (€1800/m²), the towns of Beaugas (€2000/m²), Casteljaloux (€1800/m²), and the surroundings of Marmande: Mauvezin and Beaupuy (€1800/m²).
Like the entire inland region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, real estate prices in Lot-et-Garonne remained very stable from the early 2010s until 2021. The Covid-19 period caused prices to rise exponentially, reaching a peak in 2023. Since the beginning of 2024, prices have stagnated but have not decreased.
Attracting mainly individuals looking for a second home and retirees seeking a new life, the department enjoys a certain real estate dynamism. Properties for sale are primarily large country houses, properties with land and gardens at very accessible prices, especially compared to coastal departments. With a unique setting, a lower cost of living than the national average, and great real estate opportunities, it is a department that appeals greatly to both French and foreigners!
