Rouen is a major city in northern France, serving as the capital of both the Seine-Maritime department and the broader Normandy region. The city lies along the Seine, situated on relatively low-lying terrain. Its local economy and institutional life are supported by its administrative status and the presence of Rouen Airport, alongside educational institutions such as the Collège Fontenelle de Rouen.
Compared to the rest of France, Rouen is a relatively affordable city for housing. Most of the residential property is concentrated in Quartier Saint-Clément / Jardin des Plantes, where prices sit close to the city average. The historic Quartier Vieux-Marché Cathédrale also holds a substantial portion of the local housing. The most expensive homes are found in Quartier Saint-Marc / Croix de Pierre / Saint-Nicaise and Quartier Gare / Jouvenet, which command a significant premium. In contrast, Centre Ville Rive Gauche, located on the opposite bank of the river, is the cheapest district in the city, with prices falling far behind the averages found in the historic centre and northern suburbs.
