A land of contrasts and traditions in the heart of Burgundy
The Saône-et-Loire department is a prime destination for anyone who loves wide open spaces, authenticity, and heritage. Located in the south of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, this area offers incredible landscape diversity that appeals to both those looking for a second home and those wishing to change their lifestyle and settle in the countryside.
In this text, we guide you through the specifics of the rural real estate market in this department and explain how our portal, ma-propriete.fr , facilitates your procedures, whether you are a seller or a buyer.
How much does a country house cost in Saône-et-Loire (71)? According to DVF data (notarised sales) analysed by the ma-propriete.fr observatory, the median price of a country house in Saône-et-Loire (71) stood at €160,000 in 2025, with an average price of €168,705 and a median price of €1,564/m² of living space (2,691 house sales in rural municipalities over the year). The price range is wide: 10% of houses sold for less than €80,000 (floor price, 1st decile) and 10% for more than €272,400 (ceiling price, 9th decile). The typical country house here offers 108 m² of living space on an average plot of 3,752 m², i.e. around 0.4 ha.
This market is close to the regional median (Bourgogne-Franche-Comté: €157,000) and well below the national median (€189,200). Since the second half of 2020, the median price has risen from €135,585 to €160,000, i.e. +18.0 %; over one year (2024-2025) the change is +5.3 %.
| 2025 indicator | Saône-et-Loire | Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | France |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price | €160,000 | €157,000 | €189,200 |
| Average price | €168,705 | €168,680 | €207,100 |
| Floor price (1st decile) | €80,000 | €74,000 | €90,000 |
| Ceiling price (9th decile) | €272,400 | €279,670 | €340,000 |
| Median price per m² of living space | €1,564/m² | €1,525/m² | €1,830/m² |
| Average living space | 108 m² | 108 m² | 108 m² |
| Average plot size | 3,752 m² | 2,805 m² | 3,181 m² |
| Number of sales in 2025 | 2,691 | 11,450 | 150,313 |
A departmental average hides large gaps. A smallholding to renovate, a restored longère with its outbuildings, a farmhouse on several hectares of land or a manor house with parkland do not sell at the same price, and the location matters as much as the building: coastline, tourist area, peri-urban countryside close to a job market or deep countryside. The table below shows the median price of country houses in Saône-et-Loire (71) by type of municipality (cumulative sales from mid-2020 to 2025) and its change between 2021 and 2025.
| Type of municipality | Median price 2020-2025 | Median price per m² | Change 2021-2025 | Sales 2020-2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inland tourist areas (hinterland, mountains) | €129,900 | €1,314/m² | +17.3 % | 904 |
| Peri-urban countryside (city catchment area) | €175,000 | €1,695/m² | +12.4 % | 6,619 |
| Deep countryside (outside urban influence) | €135,050 | €1,374/m² | +12.0 % | 8,903 |
These benchmarks help you assess a listing, estimate a property before putting it up for sale, or set your budget for a holiday home or a permanent move to the French countryside. To go further, see our observatory of country house prices in France (national, regional and departmental analysis, downloadable annual report) and work out the full cost of your purchase, including French notary fees, with our notary fees calculator.
Saône-et-Loire is a vast department, the largest in the region, which explains the wide variety of properties available. Rural real estate is abundant, reflecting the region's agricultural and winemaking history. If you're looking for unspoiled Burgundy countryside , you've come to the right place.
The department is divided into several natural micro-regions, each with its own architectural and landscape identity, influencing the type of rural housing available:
Although predominantly rural, the department (71) is structured around dynamic towns such as Chalon-sur-Saône, Mâcon (the prefecture), Le Creusot, Montceau-les-Mines, Autun, and Louhans. These urban centers guarantee access to services while allowing for peaceful living just a few kilometers away. The presence of the A6 motorway and the TGV high-speed rail line places this region within reasonable distance of Paris and Lyon, enhancing its appeal for those looking to buy a country home .
The market is characterized by prices that are still attractive compared to other regions of France. Whether you're looking for a characterful, move-in ready home or a ruin to restore for a complete project, the selection is plentiful. Those who appreciate authenticity will be delighted by the frequent presence of original beams , terracotta tiles, and period fireplaces.
Are you planning to buy a farm or estate in the region? Ma-propriete.fr provides you with powerful tools to find the perfect property without wasting time.
Unlike general real estate websites, our search engine is designed for the specific needs of rural areas. You can filter listings not only by budget or location, but also by land size (in hectares or ares). This is essential if you're looking for a house with land to keep horses or develop a market gardening business.
Our precise categorization allows you to directly target the type of property you are looking for:
The market for quality rural properties can be fast-moving. To be the first to know, we recommend setting up personalized email alerts. As soon as a farmhouse in Bresse or a property in the Charolais region matching your criteria is listed, you will receive a notification.
Furthermore, each listing offers direct contact with the seller, whether a private individual or a real estate professional. Geolocation of the listings (depending on the seller's choice) also allows you to check if the property is secluded , private , or close to amenities—criteria often crucial for nature lovers.
Owners, if you own a country house or any other rural property in Saône-et-Loire, ma-propriete.fr is the ideal showcase to enhance your property to a qualified audience.
Our portal attracts a significant number of visitors each month specifically searching for properties outside major urban areas. By publishing your listing with us, you directly reach potential buyers seeking the charm of exposed stone , a large plot of land , or outbuildings to renovate.
We know that renovation doesn't scare our audience; thus, even a farm for sale requiring major work will find its audience, as will a turnkey property with a landscaped garden .
Selling a rural property requires a specific approach. We offer great flexibility in creating your listing:
Our knowledge of the rural market allows us to highlight assets that others neglect: soil quality, the presence of wells, the forest environment or agricultural potential.
Beyond simply posting listings, ma-propriete.fr positions itself as a true partner in your rural real estate project. We offer a range of services to support you at every stage.
Buying or selling rural property may require specific expertise (rural law, boundary surveying, agricultural diagnostics). We facilitate your connection with rural real estate experts (specialized agencies, notaries, land surveyors) via our dedicated page: https://www.ma-propriete.fr/en/linking/add .
The price of rural land is not something you can just guess. To help you gain a clearer understanding, we offer tools and services for land valuation studies. Understanding the value of your land is the first step to a successful sale. Discover more here: https://www.ma-propriete.fr/en/page/decouvrez-la-valeur-de-vos-terres .
The rural world has its own codes and regulations (SAFER, rural leases, easements). To help you navigate this world, we offer numerous blog articles and comprehensive guides. If you are considering acquiring a farm or a large estate, don't miss our buyer's guide: https://www.ma-propriete.fr/en/blog/exploitation-agricole-a-vendre-le-guide-dachat-complet . You can find all our advice on our blog: https://www.ma-propriete.fr/en/blog .
Finally, to delve deeper into technical or legal topics, feel free to consult our white papers, veritable goldmines of information for rural project leaders: https://www.ma-propriete.fr/en/pages/nos-livres-blancs .
Whether you are looking for the tranquility of a country house in the Mâconnais or you are selling a historic property in Autunois, ma-propriete.fr is the link between your dream and the reality of the Saône-et-Loire region.
