Furnished apartment and studio rentals in Paris Ménilmontant Area.

An area that has history running through its veins

With its high-up location, the area traditionally supplied Paris with water. Logically, therefore, the streets include Rue des Cascades (Waterfall Street), Rue de la Mare (Pond Street), and Rue des Rigoles (Stream Street”).

As a hotbed of several revolts, Ménilmontant still remembers the Villa des Otages and the shootings at the Mur des Fédérés (Communards' Wall) during the Commune episode. Beyond the scars of history, the mythology of Parisian dances is based on “guinguette” This area was immortalized by Van Gogh and Renoir, making these places now very popular again.

A source of inspiration

Walk through the streets and immerse yourself in its artistic atmosphere. A historically diverse and multicultural district, Ménilmontant is now a window to the whole world with its flavors and aromas from overseas. You’ll discover Notre-Dame de la Croix de Ménilmontant, a proud 19th century church in the neo-roman style.

On Rue Crespin-du-Gast stands the Edith Piaf museum, dedicated to the Little Sparrow renowned across the world. You will also be naturally led to Belleville park, a former royal domain of the Merovingian dynasty. The view of Paris from there is spectacular.

Access and amenities

For shopping, there are plenty of fine food stores in Ménilmontant, and exotic produce abounds with Asian or North African stores on every corner. If you want a traditional French croissant, the bakeries are mainly situated on the boulevards. For getting around, line 2 from Ménilmontant metro station is the most practical option.

If you are tempted by the area of the former music cafés, take a look at our list of apartments.