If you are on the search for long term rentals in France, then Perpignan is a great location to consider. Near to Perpignan you will find an amazing coastline, it has an excellent transport network and it provides easy access to Barcelona, the ski resorts in the Pyrenees and the Cathar castles in the Corbieres hills.

We have highlighted below some of our long term rental properties currently available for monthly lets in the Perpignan area during 2024, to give you an idea of the monthly prices and facilities. We also have a number of other holiday rental properties in and around Perpignan that also consider long lets during the winter months.

If you would like to see more options, either visit our main page for Long term rental properties in France or drop us a line through the contact page. We will be more than happy to select some properties to match your requirements.

Perpignan long term rentals in France 2024

The Southern French city of Perpignan is situated in between the coast and the Pyrenees, close to the Spanish border. With it's mild winters and long hot summers, it is the perfect destination for find a long term rental in France. The city is the capital of Roussillon and it has a real Spanish feel to it. The old narrow streets towards the Palais des Rois de Majorque are a real pleasure to walk around.

Perpignan also has a real connection with art, with famous artists such as Salvador Dali, Picasso, Dufy, Maillol and Cocteau all having studios in the City at one time or other. The surrounding countryside is very pretty. Wherever you go you will see vineyards set against the backdrop of the Pyrenees. There are some great local towns and villages such as Thuir, Ceret, Collioure, Laroque-des-Alberes and Estagel. The area is well served by the transport network. The TGV stops in Perpignan and there is a new connection all the way to Barcelona.

Perpignan has a fantastic climate with long hot summers, warm sunny days in the Spring and Autumn and very mild winters. The temperature during the day over the winter period (November to February) rarely drops below 9-10°C (48-50°F). You can certainly still walk around in shirt sleeves even in December and more often than not, you can enjoy cloudless skies and a warm sun. During May and June and also from September to October, you can expect highs of 20-23°C (70-75°F).

Perpignan has its own airport with flights to the following destinations:

• Marrakech, Morocco (Ryanair)
• Agadir, Morocco (Ryanair)
• Paris Orly (Transavia)
• Nantes, France (Volotea)
• Lille, France (Volotea)
• Brussels-Charleroi, Belgium (with Ryanair)
• London Stansted, UK (with Ryanair) 
• Birmingham, UK (with Ryanair) 
• Leeds-Bradford, UK (Ryanair)
• Dublin, Ireland (Aer Lingus)

You can catch flights to Perpignan airport from a number of European countries (all flights with Ryanair, unless otherwise stated):

Perpignan also has a TGV train station with fast services up to Paris (5 hours 50 mins) and down to Barcelona (2 hours 35 mins). The A9 autoroute also passes close to Perpignan. So if you are looking for a convenient base for a long stay in France, then Perpignan is a great spot to choose.

Renting properties in Perpignan France

We have a very simple booking procedure for renting property in France. We will ask you to provide a copy of your ID (passport photo page) and some supporting evidence of ability to afford the monthly rent. In practice, this can be anything from a copy of your bank statement to an employment contract or pension statement. In fact anything that confirms that you are good for paying the rent.

Usually, you will be required to pay a 1 month deposit at the time of reservation (and this then rolls over to become your security deposit during your stay. The rent is paid in advance on the first day of the month. All payments are made direct to the property owner. If you have a French bank account, you can also set up a payment transfer for the rent, or you can easily set up an online account with a foreign currency specialist such as Revolut or Wise.

We visit all of the properties that we advertise on Long Term Rentals in France and we can also arrange visits if you prefer to see the property before confirming the rental. The normal minimum rental period is 3 months (although shorter periods can be arranged, usually by paying a higher rental amount).

As a guide, these are the monthly rental prices you will expect to pay for a long term rental property in the Perpignan area of Southern France:

• 1 bed house/apartment : €600 per month + bills
• 2 bed house/apartment : €750 per month + bills
• 3 bed house/apartment : €900-1000 per month + bills
• 4 bed house/apartment : €1200 per month + bills

In terms of utility bills, it is always difficult to estimate these because it is always based on consumption. But as a rough guide, you should expect to pay an additional 18-20% of the monthly rental price for the electricity, water, Wi-Fi and communal taxes.

Perpignan long term rental properties France 2024-2025

There are a number of really nice towns and villages close to Perpignan that are an ideal base for a long term rental over the winter or even for a full year:

• Ceret - this is a lovely market town with a long association with famous artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Raoul Dufy and Marc Chagall. There is a Modern Art Museum in the centre of Ceret. The town is also famous for its production of cherries. Ceret is located south-west of Perpignan, very close to the Spanish border.
• Laroque-des-Albères - is another beautiful market town located in the foothills of the Albères mountains, just south of Perpignan. Laroque is a small town of 2,000 people, but it has a good range of bars, restaurants and shops.
• Thuir - is a small market town to the west of Perpignan. It is located close to the stunning medieval village of Castelnou, which is listed as one of the Most beautiful villages in France
• Argeles sur Mer - is a very pleasant coastal town with a beautiful beach. The town has a good range of services and also has a train station with services to Perpignan, Collioure and Port Vendres
• Collioure - is a stunning coastal town, which has been home to a long list of artists, such as Matisse, Derain and the Scottish artist, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
• Port Vendres - is a former fishing village located on the coast close to the Spanish Border 
• Villelongue-del-Monts - is a pleasant village located between the foothills of the Albères mountains and the Mediterranean coast.
• Sorede - is a small town located south of Perpignan and a short 5 mins drive to the Mediterranean coast

We make the process of renting a house in Perpignan, France, very straightforward. We don't require a stack of paperwork like a lot of French rental agents. We simply ask for copies of your ID (passport) and some evidence of ability to pay the monthly rent (which could be a copy of your bank statement, employment contract, bank reference or copies of your current rental/home loan payments). You can secure the property by paying a 1 month deposit (which becomes your security deposit for the tenancy). We personally visit the properties we advertise on Long term rentals in France, so we can answer most of your questions about the layout of the house and the locality. We can also arrange visits to the houses if you prefer.

Here is a collection of houses and apartments to rent on a long term basis around Perpignan in 2024-2025:

1. Le Rameur - beautiful town house to rent in France by the coast (Ref: 2027)

Le Rameur is a beautiful town house for long term rent set in the heart of the coastal town of Argeles-sur-Mer, in Southern France. Argeles-sur-Mer is situated close to Perpignan on the Mediterranean coast, near the Spanish border.

The house is situated in the most photographed street in this famous Catalan town, popular for its many shades of Bougainvillea plants.

Le Rameur boasts a lovely roof top terrace and has been fully renovated to a very high standard. The house has three double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,  two new kitchens, air conditioning and WiFi Internet. The house also comes equipped with 3 mountain bikes, body surf boards, snorkel and masks.

The villa features:

• 3 double bedrooms
• 2 bathrooms
• Air conditioning
• Spacious living room
• Large roof terrace

This villa to rent near Perpignan, France, is available for long term rentals from October 2024. The house can be rented for 3-6 months and the Owners will also consider 12 month rental periods as well. The monthly rent will vary according to the length of the rental period and the season (from €1100 to €1400 pcm).

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2. Casa Baléares - coastal villa for long term rentals Southern France (Ref: 2029)

Casa Baleares is a lovely 4 bedroom villa with private pool, set set in the foothills of the Pyrenees just 15 minutes drive to the Mediterranean coast and the beaches at Argeles-sur-Mer, Saint Cyprien and Collioure. A short walk takes you into the centre of the sought-after village of Laroque des Alberes, with all the shops and restaurants that you will need. Perpignan is just 20kms to the North and the Spanish border is just 15 mins away.

The villa is located in a quiet residential on a large plot of 2,800m2 plot. This long term rental villa comes with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, spacious lounge and lovely views. The pool house also has the possibility of being used as a home office.

Laroque des Alberes is located on the coastal plain, in the foothills of the Pyrenees. From the village there are beautiful views. Laroque des Alberes is a 15 minute drive to Mediterranean beaches (at Collioure and Argeles sur Mer) and provides easy access to Perpignan and Spain. The surrounding area has some beautiful walking and cycling routes in the mountains.

The villa is available to rent on a monthly basis between October to April from €2,000 per month + bills. Minimum stay is 3 months. The villa is currently available from October 2024 to April 2025.

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3. Argeles sur Mer villa with pool for long term rent in France (Ref: 1323)

This lovely villa for long term rent in France is located close to the coast in Argeles sur Mer. The house has a garden, pool and provides comfortable accommodation for up to 6 people. There are 3 double bedrooms, a spacious living room, wifi, central heating and lovely views over the town and to the hills behind. Argeles-sur-mer has 7km of beach and a harbour and a host of restaurants and shops. Perpignan is 20kms to the North and the Spanish border is 25 kms to the South. The key features of this villa include:

• Close to the beach (2 kms)
• Nice garden and private pool
• Quiet location, but walking distance to shops and restaurants
• Private off-street parking
• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

This Areles sur Mer villa for long term rentals near Perpignan, France, is available for rent from October 2022. The Owner will consider monthly rentals from 3 months up to 2 years. Rentals over the winter period start from €1000 (for 6 months Oct to March). Annual rentals over the summer high season are €1850 + bills. The villa is available from October 2024.

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4. La République - long term rental by beach South France (Ref: 2028)

La République is a charming 2 bed village house for long term rentals set in the heart of the atmospheric coastal town of Argeles-sur-Mer. The town is located in the Southern most part of France on the Mediterranean coast, close to the Spanish border. This long term rental house is 5 mins walk from the train station and 25 mins walk from the beach (there is also a bus direct to the beach every 15 mins).

The house overlooks the beautiful old square and faces the School of Music. The house comes with a garage (for storage) and a beautiful roof top terrace where you can enjoy breakfast and sunbathe. Next door to the house there is a beautiful pavement café full of local charm and ambiance.

The property benefits from:

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Sunny terrace
• Well-equipped kitchen
• Easy access to Perpignan and the coast 
• Walking distance to boulangerie & shop

Available for long term rentals between October to May from €875 per month + bills. In addition to the monthly rent, there is a €150 monthly provision towards the utility bills. Minimum stay is 3 months. Available from October 2024.

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5. Southern France villa for 12 month lets sleeps 10 (Ref: 1240)

If you are looking for a long term let with a touch of luxury, then this large Southern France villa in popular village of Villelongue-dels-Monts is the ideal choice. The villa is situated in a large plot and comes with fantastic views of the surrounding hills and the Mediterranean coast. The villa benefits from it`s own large private pool, sun terrace with spacious interior.

The villa is located in a beautiful part of Southern France, close to the Mediterranean close and near to the Spanish border. Perpignan is just 20 mins away and there is a local airport and TGV train station.

This Southern France villa for 12 month long term lets is located on the edge of the small village of Villelongue-dels-Monts and is approached by a private track. The property has ample parking for a number of vehicles.

This villa for winter lets in France is the perfect retreat for a large family group or crowd of friends looking for a very special property in a rural location. Sleeps 10 in comfort with large private pool. It features:

• 5 bedrooms
• 5 bathrooms
• Reversible air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Private parking
• WiFi and TV

The villa is available for long term rentals from October to April from €2500 per month + bills. Pets maybe accepted through prior agreement.

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6. Perpignan long term rent apartment, France (Ref: 1324)

This Perpignan apartment to rent long term in France is located close to the centre of town, just 5 mins walk to the train station and bus station. The apartment is located on the 5th floor of a 1950s apartment building. The apartment is close to local shops, restaurants and services. This Perpignan apartment for long term rentals benefits from the following:

• 2 balconies
• Private parking space in the underground car park
• Local supermarket just next door to apartment building
• Central heating
• WiFi and TV
• Bright and clean interior with contemporary furniture

This Perpignan apartment is available for long term rentals from February/March 2024 for 3-12 months. The monthly rental price is €800 pcm + bills.

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7. L'Etable apartment to rent long term South France (Ref: 1904)

L´Etable is a well-equipped French apartment available for long term monthly rentals for between 3-9 months (October to May). The property is situated 3 kms from the popular market town of Ceret in South France. The apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, air conditioning and a private terrace. It offers all home comforts for a long rental in France.

The apartment is located in an old Catalan farmhouse and comes with terraces, a garden, private parking and a swimming pool.

If you are looking for an extended holiday or house hunting then this French apartment for long term rentals is ideal. Ceret is a very pleasant town and offers all the facilities and services that you will need during your stay. The city of Perpignan provides a larger range of shops. It easy to visit the other sites of the Languedoc from Ceret and visit Spain.

Rental price: from €900 per month + bills

Available from: October 2024 to May 2025

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8. Mediterranean house for long term rentals South France Ref: 1949

This pretty house near the Mediterranean coast in South France is available for long term rentals from €650 per month + bills from February 2024. The house comes with one bedroom, a spacious living room, home office and a roof terrace. It is located in a popular village near Perpignan, France.

Sorede is located on the coastal plain, in the foothills of the Pyrenees. From the village there are beautiful views. Sorede is 15 minute drive to the Mediterranean beaches (at Collioure and Argeles sur Mer) and provides easy access to Perpignan and Spain. The surrounding area has some beautiful walking and cycling routes in the mountains.

The interior of the property has been updated and it features:

• 1 bedroom
• 1 bathroom
• Private roof terrace
• Home office
• Well-equipped kitchen
• WiFi and flat screen TV
• Perpignan airport 20 mins drive
• Perpignan TGV station 15 mins

The house can be rented for 3-6 months and the Owners will also consider 12 month rental periods as well. The monthly rent will vary according to the length of the rental period and the season

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9. Riverside house for rent in Esperaza South France (Ref: 2058)

This quaint 2 bedroom house for rent in the beautiful village of Esperaza in Southern France, comes with 2 south-facing terraces where you can enjoy meals or sit quietly listening to the river flowing below.

Esperaza is located close to the ancient Cathar monuments and the mysterious village of Rennes le Chateau where Dan Browne collected material for his book The Da Vinci Code. To the South there is the Pyrenees mountains and to the East there is the city of Perpignan and the Mediterranean coast.

It features:

• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• 2 terraces
• Wood-burner
• Free parking nearby
• WiFi and TV

The house is available for rent between October to June from €750 per month + bills. Available from 1 February 2024 to May 2024.

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Where to next . . . ?

If you are interested in living in Southern France, hopefully this article has prompted you to look at Perpignan as a good location to live.  We have a good range of houses available for long term rent in and around Perpignan. If you would like to continue your search for long term rental properties currently available in South France, you will find the following links useful:

If you would like some more detailed information about renting long term in France, then just drop us a quick message and we will come straight back to you. I wish you a wonderful stay in the South of France. Contact Iain by Email.