Visual comparison (radar)
Pros and cons
Bordeaux
+ Strengths
- Fewer identified natural/technological risks (7 vs 12)
− Weaknesses
- Lower overall score (46/100 vs 57/100)
- Lower gross rental yield (4.3 % vs 5.4 %)
- Higher price per m² (4,423 € vs 3,416 €)
- Limited accessibility (7/100 vs 13/100)
- Lower safety (17/100 vs 42/100)
Montpellier
+ Strengths
- Higher overall score (57/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher gross rental yield (5.4 % vs 4.3 %)
- More affordable price per m² (3,416 € vs 4,423 €)
- Better accessibility (transport, services) (13/100 vs 7/100)
- Better safety (42/100 vs 17/100)
− Weaknesses
- More identified risks (12 vs 7)
Detailed scores
| Dimension | Bordeaux | Montpellier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 46 | 57 |
| Yield | 15 | 30 |
| Quality of life | 91 | 93 |
| Economic dynamism | 100 | 100 |
| Accessibility | 7 | 13 |
| Safety | 17 | 42 |
| EPC | 69 | 82 |
Key data
| Indicator | Bordeaux | Montpellier |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 267,991 | 310,240 |
| Price per m² (apt) | 4,423 € | 3,416 € |
| Rent per m² | 16.0 € | 15.5 € |
| Gross yield | 4.3 % | 5.4 % |
| EPC A+B+C | 26.0 % | 46.8 % |
| FTTH fiber | 0.0 % | 0.0 % |
| Historic monuments | 384 | 118 |
| Identified risks | 7 | 12 |
Price per m² evolution
Frequently asked questions
Which city offers the best rental yield between Bordeaux and Montpellier?
Based on ScorCity data (median rent / median price per m², apartment type), Montpellier shows a gross yield of 5.4% vs 4.3% for the other city. This calculation is indicative and does not account for charges, vacancy, or the investor's personal tax situation.
Where is the price per m² more accessible between Bordeaux and Montpellier?
On the apartment market, Montpellier is more affordable with a median price of 3,416 €/m² vs 4,423 €/m² for the other city (source: French Land Registry DVF, latest year available).
Should you invest in Bordeaux or Montpellier?
According to the ScorCity overall score (weighted average of 6 dimensions: yield, quality of life, dynamism, accessibility, safety, EPC), Montpellier scores 57/100 vs 46/100. This gap reflects long-term investment criteria — make sure your profile (first-time buyer, rental investor, second home) aligns with the city's dominant profile.
What is the population difference between Bordeaux and Montpellier?
Montpellier is more populated with 310,240 inhabitants vs 267,991 for the other city (source: INSEE, latest census). A more populated city generally offers a more liquid rental market but stronger purchase competition.
For a first-time buyer, is Bordeaux or Montpellier a better choice?
Entry price being a key factor for first-time buyers, Montpellier is more affordable. However, also look at price evolution (see city profiles) and housing-stock quality (EPC A+B+C). No personalized advice replaces a broker or wealth advisor.
Methodology. Scores are computed from public open-data sources (INSEE, French Land Registry DVF, rental observatory, ADEME EPC). No weight is influenced by any commercial partner. See the full methodology.