Properties for sale in France
Showing 1781–1800 of 2,107
House in Monclar-de-Quercy
Monclar-de-Quercy, Occitanie
This large house is on the edge of a village with shops and comes with a small house, outbuildings and 1 hectare of land. It would be possible to buy more land if required. The main house has been partially renovated to include a kitchen, living room and bathroom. The rest of it needs updating, including a second kitchen, dining room, 3 bedrooms and 2 large attic rooms. Attached to the house is a large barn on 2 levels which is accessible from inside and could vastly extend the habitable space (subject to necessary permissions). Across the garden is another building part of which is being renovated to provide guest accommodation (living room, bathroom and bedroom). Various outbuildings could be used in a number of ways. With views across the countryside but within walking distance to the shops, this property would make a fantastic project.
House in Beaupuy
Beaupuy, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
A spacious and versatile countryside property offering a large owner’s home, a separate two-bedroom guesthouse with private garden, and a vast attached barn with exciting potential for further development (subject to necessary permissions). The main house features a generous open-plan living space combining lounge, dining area and kitchen — the true heart of the home — with doors opening onto a covered terrace overlooking the surrounding countryside, perfect for entertaining or relaxed outdoor living. Just off the lounge is a private study, currently used as an open-style bedroom, with direct access to the rear terrace and pool area. Beyond this lies a partly converted room with vaulted ceiling and Velux window, offering the potential to create a further 50 m2 of living space. Upstairs are two double bedrooms overlooking the pool and gardens. A newly created hallway leads to a further double bedroom with ensuite area and a planned family bathroom. These spaces are already well advanced with electrics, insulation, plaster boarding and doors completed, while plumbing is easily available - allowing the new owner to finish them to their own taste. Outside, the property boasts a stunning 16m x 7m infinity pool, a suntrap terrace, summer kitchen and covered all-weather terrace - ideal for making the most of outdoor living and entertaining. The single-level guesthouse offers two bedrooms, a shower room, separate WC and a welcoming open living space with lounge, wood-burning fireplace, galley kitchen and dining area opening onto its own private garden. Ideal for guests, extended family or a potential gîte business (subject to permissions). Connecting the two properties is a huge two-storey barn, already partially prepared for renovation with flooring, some windows and electrics in place and excellent head height. This space offers enormous potential to create additional accommodation, an apartment, or further living space. A further internal barn area provides excellent storage, an impressive wine cellar, gym or cinema room. The land includes flat grassed areas, a fenced paddock suitable for horses, two stables with water supply and a small wooded area. All this within walking distance of the local village, making it a rare opportunity to acquire a flexible home with income or development potential in a peaceful countryside setting. Contact us now for more information or to arrange your visit. Price including agency fees : 477 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 450 000 €
House in Jarnac-Champagne
Jarnac-Champagne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Beautiful recently-built modern home with spectacular unobstructed views for miles across the local Cognac vineyards from almost every room, as well as from the amazing infinity swimming pool and terrace. There are 7 good sized bedrooms, 3 of which are on the ground floor, an open-plan sitting and dining room with fireplace and underfloor heating, double glazing throughout, reversible heating and air-conditioning. The property is comfortable, energy efficient and quite unique! The beach is around 40kms away and there are two villages with shops, medical centre etc. just 6kms away. The spa town of Jonzac with its restaurants, cafes, shops and a water park is 13kms away. The airports at Bordeaux and La Rochelle are around 100kms away. Price including agency fees : 695.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 655.661 € Buyer commission included: 6%
House in Verteillac
Verteillac, Arrondissement de Perigueux
A two bedroom house with kitchen, living room, bathroom and further attached stone barn, storage rooms and lofts in the middle of a peaceful Dordogne village. Plus attached and included in the sale is the former village bar (with Licence IV), two bedroom accommodation, it requires renovation (subject to necessary permissions). Large lawned garden to rear. Total land approx 2875m2. Only 10 km from Verteillac. Price including agency fees : 141.700 € Price excluding agency fees : 130.000 € Buyer commission included: 9 %
House in Bedenac
Bedenac, Arrondissement de Jonzac
We are delighted to offer for sale this spacious 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom family house situated in a delightful village and just half an hour from Bordeaux with it's airport and city centre. The property boasts double glazing and spacious rooms throughout with entrance hall, store room, sitting room, study, kitchen and utility room. On the first floor is the master bedroom suite with walk in dressing room and well appointed shower room. There are 2 further bedrooms, one en-suite and a family bathroom. To the rear of the property is the attached potential annexe currently boasting it's own entrance hall, large living room, bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a further room which could become a kitchen. The delightful easily manageable gardens give access to a good sized barn offering workspace and parking. A great family house with potential not far from Bordeaux! Price including agency fees : 214 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 200 000 € Buyer commission included: 7%
House in Villefagnan
Villefagnan, Arrondissement de Confolens
This superb traditional Longère is a very substantial property offering 340M2 of 4 bedroomed accommodation in the main house plus two further cottages, a large barn and other outbuildings and sits in level pasture and paddocks of just over 7ha with man-made lake. The stunning property has been sympathetically renovated and updated retaining main original features whilst adding the luxury of an indoor heated swimming pool couple with jacuzzi as well as double glazing and central heating powered by an energy efficient heat pump. The property is entered via an electric gate which opens to a large gravelled forecourt leading round to the front of the house with its large paved terrace with stone balustrade and covered Pergola just perfect for alfresco entertaining and dining. You enter the Longère directly from the terrace into the entrance hall from where a door to your left takes you through to the pool/jacuzzi complex and to the right opens to the kitchen/dining room. This spacious room with beamed ceiling, tiled floor and stone walls room has been divided into formal dining area with feature fireplace and a separate fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliance. From the far end of the dining area a door leads into the impressive galleried living room and on to a generous ground floor bedroom. Stairs lead up from the living room to first floor landing with mezzanine and minstrel gallery and a stone archway leads into a corridor giving access to 3 further double bedrooms and a large luxury family bathroom. The property also benefits from a two-bedroomed and a single-bedroom cottage both of which have been recently converted to a good standard. Each cottage has its own separate gardens and access, so offer substantial scope (subject to consents) to be developed as gites, a BnB or a retreat. Additional outbuildings include a garage with electric roller door and 2 further attached barns, one to each end the Longère which, subject to consents, could be developed to provide further accommodation. There is also a huge 320M2 freestanding barn with power and water and the 7 ha of flat, fully fenced paddock and pasture make the property ideal for equestrian use. Situated in a small hamlet less than 3Km from Villefagnan and just over 10 minutes drive from the larger market town of Ruffec with its schools, hospital, supermarkets, bars and restaurants, this beautiful home offers an ideal balance of privacy and seclusion without isolation. Price including agency fees : 627 520 € Price excluding agency fees : 592 000€ Buyer commission included: 6%
House in Coulounieix
Coulounieix, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
EXCLUSIVE TO BEAUX VILLAGES! Set in a corner plot enjoying woodland views, this three bedroom, one bathroom property offers one level accommodation with manageable sized gardens with gated entrance and close proximity to Perigueux city. Three good sized bedrooms, living room with insert fireplace, kitchen with access out onto a paved terrace area, and gardens mainly laid to lawn with a storage shed for garden tools. Further potential with the integral garage with permission could create a second sitting room or fourth bedroom (subject to necessary permissions). Some decoration updating is required to taste. Viewing recommended.
House in Lignac
Lignac, Le Blanc
This absolutely delightful cottage is situated in a small hamlet near Lignac in the Indre (36). As you enter the property you will find a beautiful kitchen / dining area with original tomette tiles, beams and lots of light. The combined kitchen dining area then leads onto the lounge with a wood burning stove. The bathroom is also located on the ground floor (you can look up to the stars whilst relaxing in the bath) and also a useful barn with a mezzanine which can also be accessed directly from outside. Upstairs there are two good sized bedrooms and a large landing area which could also be used as guest accommodation. Outside the gravelled garden provides a dining area and just a short walk from the property, there is a plot of land and small parcel of woodland. Easy access to Poitiers airport. Price including agency fees : 88 000 € Price excluding agency fees : 80 000 € Buyer commission included: 10%
House in Laroque-Timbaut
Laroque-Timbaut, Arrondissement d'Agen
Large, beautiful stone house on the side of a rock face, set in approx. 2.8 hectares, in a peaceful location with no neighbours, near Laroque-Timbaut, Lot et Garonne. The house is situated at the end of a long woodland lane, out of sight. A small wooden gate opens onto a lovely courtyard and a large covered terrace of more than 50 m2 with a commanding view over the grounds and surrounding countryside. Entrance into the 60 m2 fitted kitchen/living room. Back kitchen/utility room. On the same level, a few steps lead up to a shower room with toilet and a lovely bright bedroom opening onto the courtyard. Upstairs, there is a large lounge with a fireplace and a study area. Beautiful beams define these two areas. A French window opens onto a staircase that leads to the garden and swimming pool. On the same level, a few steps lead up to 2 large bedrooms and a magnificent bathroom with shower and bath. The independent top floor offers two further bedrooms and a shower room with toilet. Detached stone outbuilding and garage. The 2.83 ha of land of which part is wooded, all on one plot, is slightly sloping due to the location of the building on a rock face. The 10x5 m swimming pool completes this superb house with its incredible views and location. Beautiful, up-to-date renovation. Price including agency fees : €599 000 Price excluding agency fees : €565 096 Buyer commission, tax included: 6%
House in Le Bugue
Le Bugue, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
This 17th-18th Century property, in a rural setting in the Dordogne valley, has been carefully renovated with almost all the original elements preserved. The estate comprises an exceptional "Chartreuse" manor house, three further houses, several stone outbuildings including two pigeonniers and a traditional bread oven. There are nearly 10 hectares of parkland, meadows and forest and an independant access road leads to the large private parking area. The property has a luxurious solidly-built (cut out of the rocks) 14 X 6m swimming pool with a state-of-the-art filter system, spacious walled and landscaped terraces for 20+ patio loungers and a covered seating area with toilets and shower room. Situated in the “Golden Triangle” of the Perigord Noir, known for its 1001 castles, the property is just 10 minutes from Le Bugue, 25 minutes from Bergerac (airport) and 40 minutes from Sarlat.
House in Beauville
Beauville, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Situated in a small, peaceful hamlet on the edge of a forest, this typical Lot et Garonne house in Quercy stone, just 20 km from Agen, with many assets. Very well equipped, this 220 m2 house comprises: entrance hall, fitted kitchen, glazed room with access to the swimming pool, storeroom, shower room/WC, lounge, dining room, 46 m2 covered terrace. First floor: 4 bedrooms, WC, shower room/dressing room, glazed room 20 m2. Set in magnificent, wooded, fully enclosed grounds of 5,362 m2, with landscaped terraces, swimming pool, spacious garage of approx. 100 m2, petanque area and vegetable garden. Miscellaneous: heat pump, air conditioning, double glazing, solar panels (annual income €2,200), 6 x 4 metre swimming pool, stove, sprinkler system, automatic gate, all in excellent condition.
House in Anville
Anville, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
This delightful 4-bedroom house sits on the very edge of the village and comes with an enclosed garden and a swimming pool. The ground floor offers a large open-plan living room with distinct sitting, dining and kitchen areas. This dual-aspect room has windows and doors to both the front garden and the rear garden with its terrace, borders and swimming pool. A small corridor leads to a double-bedroom with ensuite shower room and a glazed door to the rear garden. There is also a separate WC. Upstairs a large landing (easily large enough for an office or study area) provides access to three more double bedrooms, a shower room, a bathroom and a separate WC. To the front of the house is a small garden (potential parking area). The the back of the house the enclosed garden has a terrace, flower borders, a stone outbuilding/workshop and a swimming pool. The nearby town of Rouillac offers most facilities: shops, supermarket, reaturants etc. Price including agency fees : 318.000 € Price excluding agency fees : 300.000 € Buyer commission included: 6%
House in Lizant
Lizant, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Set in an idyllic riverside location, this magnificent former mill is full of character, history, and charm. Surrounded by nature and enjoying the gentle sound of flowing water, this unique property offers spacious accommodation, breathtaking river views, and excellent potential as a family home, holiday retreat, or bed and breakfast. The ground floor comprises a welcoming kitchen, a spacious living room with uninterrupted views over the river, a separate dining room, a laundry room, a bathroom, and a separate WC. Large windows flood the living areas with natural light while showcasing the beautiful waterside setting. A stunning original stone staircase leads to the first floor, where the landing has been transformed into a cosy sitting area overlooking the river. This floor also offers a second kitchen with direct access to the outside, four generous bedrooms, a shower room, and a separate WC. The converted loft provides a versatile space that could easily be used as additional bedrooms, a games room, home office, or artist’s studio, depending on your needs. An added bonus is the self-contained apartment, which can be accessed both from the dining room and independently from outside. It features a comfortable living room, a shower room, a separate WC, and two bedrooms on the upper floor. Plumbing has already been installed for an additional upstairs toilet, and there is also a dressing room, making this an ideal space for guests, extended family, or holiday rental accommodation. Outside, the flower-filled terraces, peaceful pond, and enchanting riverside setting create a truly magical atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding countryside. A large garage of just under 100 m2 provides ample space for vehicles, storage, or a workshop. Located in a charming village with a bakery, post office, restaurant, and bar, the property enjoys a peaceful rural setting while remaining conveniently positioned between the bustling market towns of Ruffec and Civray, where you’ll find supermarkets, schools, healthcare facilities, restaurants, and a full range of everyday amenities. Offering timeless character, generous living space, and fantastic income potential, this beautiful riverside mill house is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptional home in one of the region’s most picturesque settings. Price including agency fees : 392 200 € Price excluding agency fees : 370.000 € Buyer commission included: 6 %
House in Cabrerets
Cabrerets, Occitanie
This troglodyte house is exceptional! The view over the Célé valley and the end of Cabrerets is unique and fabulous. The exposure gives you maximum sunshine all year round, while still being in the valley which is rare. The 40 square metre terrace, with its stone barbecue, overlooks the river and offers an exceptional panorama. The troglodyte dwelling comprises a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom with WC on the first floor. On the ground floor, there is a cellar and a bedroom with its own shower room and separate toilet. Possibility of renting this room in a troglodyte guest house: it works really well! Also on the ground floor, a spring with its pond and a wash-house make this property an exceptional product. All set in 600 m2 of terraced grounds, including a small stone outbuilding. In addition, there are several plots of coppice land totalling approx. 11,600 m2. A real "coup de coeur".
House in Cordes-sur-Ciel
Cordes-sur-Ciel, Arrondissement d'Albi
A truly magical setting for this former mill in white stone set in the heart of the golden triangle, sunflower fields and vineyards. Set in nearly 5 acres of land with a stream running through the garden leading to a mill pond and another branch of it framing the land which borders the sunflower field. The land is mainly prairie but also roughly an acre of woods, framing the property from the other side. You could forget that you are only 15 minutes from Cordes-sur-Ciel and within walking distance of a beautiful village. The expansive range of fauna and flora ensures a wide variety of birds and owls, not to mention the dragonflies and frogs. It’s a haven of serenity. The property itself is pretty special too. Partially renovated with the main works completed, you have the option to finish this property off to your own specifications and tastes. Currently on the ground floor is a kitchen, a WC and workshop space with its original stone floor and walls. You can make this into a separate dwelling/gîte. Enter the first floor by the terrace overlooking the mill pond to the main living space with living room, dining room/brand new fully fitted kitchen, master bedroom, shower room, WC, office and another bedroom currently split into two smaller office/bedrooms. The flooring is in place to make a further 2 large bedrooms plus shower rooms in the loft space in line with the planning permission in place. The property has an attached barn (possibility of 3 levels) and a garage. The character of this property has been very much maintained during the renovation keeping the exposed stone floors, the original mill-stone in the entrance, stone walls and exposed beams whilst installing creature comforts such as double glazing and two Jotul woodburners. Planning permission granted (possibly needs renewing) to run a guest house/gite/restaurant, or why not just finish it off to be a fabulous family home in the most serene of settings. Come and visit. But be careful you won't want to leave! Price including agency fees : 354 750 € Price excluding agency fees : 334 670 € Buyer commission, tax included: 6%
House in Moncoutant
Moncoutant, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Set within a peaceful rural hamlet and surrounded by open countryside, this charming stone house has been thoughtfully renovated by the current owners to create a welcoming and comfortable family home. Enjoying a quiet country lane with very little passing traffic, the property offers a wonderful sense of tranquillity while remaining conveniently close to local amenities. The accommodation is both spacious and versatile, with generous living areas centred around two wood-burning stoves that provide warmth throughout the home via hot air vents to the upper floor. The ground floor also benefits from a cloakroom and practical family living spaces. Upstairs, a particularly impressive and spacious landing provides excellent flexibility and could serve as a home office, additional sitting room, or playroom. The property offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including two bedrooms with private shower rooms. Character features, including exposed beams, add charm and authenticity throughout. Outside, the gardens extend around three sides of the house, offering plenty of space to relax, entertain, and enjoy the countryside setting. An above-ground swimming pool provides further appeal, while private parking is located alongside the house. Opposite the property, a separate parcel of land offers potential to become a productive fruit and vegetable garden and includes a traditional barn of approximately 50 square metres, ideal for storage, hobbies, or workshop use. The neighbouring farm is used for agricultural purposes only, with no livestock nearby, contributing to the peaceful rural atmosphere. Double glazing and electric heating in the bedrooms complement the home's comfort and practicality. Ideally situated less than 7 kilometres from Moncoutant and within easy reach of Parthenay and Bressuire, the property combines rural charm with everyday convenience. The Atlantic coast, as well as the airports of Poitiers and La Rochelle, can all be reached in just over an hour. A charming and spacious countryside home with beautiful views, flexible accommodation, and an enviable rural setting. Viewing is highly recommended. Price including agency fees : 152 600 € Price excluding agency fees : 140.000 € Buyer commission included: 9%
House in Penne-d'Agenais
Penne-d'Agenais, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Beautiful property nestled in 40 ha of fenced land in one bloc. Its beautiful 1000m2 barn currently houses 18 loose boxes, a tack room, a covered grooming area and a hayloft on the first floor. The 17th century manor house has a superb stone facade overlooking a shaded area. The ground floor comprises a beautiful entrance hall, a dining room, a lounge with a large open fireplace, a kitchen, a bar, two bedrooms and a shower room. The first floor, which has been converted into a flat, comprises a landing, a lounge, a kitchen/dining room, two bedrooms and two shower rooms, all in need of updating. Close to the main house is a charming guest house with a lounge with mezzanine, a kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room. A superb 15 m x 5 m mosaic swimming pool and poolhouse complete the property. Access is via a long private drive with electric gate and beautiful rolling meadows with 2 ponds on either side. The land continues through the woods to reach the plateau, where there is also an old ruin. This property in an exceptional setting and not far from a charming medieval village and all amenities. Whether you are a keen horse enthuthiast or simply looking for a unique environment, this property will accommodate all your projects.
House in Availles-Limouzine
Availles-Limouzine, Arrondissement de Montmorillon
Discover this large stone building in a pretty village with all amenities within walking distance. Currently undergoing renovation, plans of the interior are available to help you understand the layout already in place. The ground floor comprises a kitchen, a large living room, a bedroom, a bathroom and a utility room. A mezzanine area on the 1st floor with bedroom, dressing room and bathroom. Electricity has been brought into the house and drainage is available near the future kitchen and bathroom. Price including agency fees : €141 700 Price excluding agency fees : €130 000 Buyer commission included: 9%
House in Saint-Benoit-du-Sault
Saint-Benoit-du-Sault, Le Blanc
In the centre of the lovely medieval village of St Benoit du Sault (officially one of France's 'most beautiful villages'), where there is a supermarket and various shops and services, sits this fabulous property. 15-20 minutes by car and you are in the lovely larger town of Argenton-sur-Creuse where there is a train station with direct links to Paris, and under an hour away is the international airport in Limoges with links to various regional UK airports. On the ground floor of this impressive property is a large front to back hallway tiled with lovely old 'tomettes', and with an old built-in cupboard, this hallway leads to a stunning 17th century spiral stone staircase to the rear of the property! Off the hallway is a spacious living room with a fireplace and two more original built-in cupboards, leading from the living room is a lobby that leads into the kitchen/dining room and which also houses the lift (yes a lift!). The tiled kitchen/dining room is very spacious and has a lovely quality fitted kitchen, equipped with a SMEG range cooker, extractor hood, and Bosch dishwasher, and off this is a small utility room which has storage and space for the washing machine. On the other side of the hallway is an office and a door leading to the large integral garage (4x9m) which also houses the central heating boiler to the rear. Up a few of the stone stairs is a semi-landing where there is a good sized washroom (toilet, handbasin). On the first floor there is a large landing with wooden floor, leading to a lobby with the lift arrival, and a large master bedroom with solid oak flooring, fireplace and en-suite shower room (shower, basin, toilet). There is a small separate dressing room with storage, and then 3 further double bedrooms, one with 2 smaller inter-connecting rooms, and another with one inter-connecting room, and a separate shower room (shower, basin, toilet, bidet). Underneath the property are 2 vaulted cellars, and up two floors of that amazing stone spiral staircase is a huge attic area with 4 original housemaids bedrooms (in need of repair!) and 2 other large attic areas. Outside there are 3 small stone outbuildings and a small open storage area attached to the house, a large terrace area and a very secluded garden which total around 600m2 - and which is a relative rarity in this town! The property is connected to mains drainage and has a town (natural) gas fired central heating system. This is a gorgeous and imposing home in the centre of a charming town and well worth a visit! Price including agency fees : €299 600 Price excluding agency fees : €280 000 Buyer commission included: 7%
House in Le Dorat
Le Dorat, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
It is rare to find a property that offers so much in terms of comfort, space and quality of life. This property is distinguished by its main house, complemented by an adjacent space offering a number of possibilities: ideal for an office, an independent professional activity or even having a gite business (subject to any necessary permissions). The living space comprises on the ground floor the entrance with built-in cabinets for plenty of storage, a dining room and fitted kitchen, separate lounge, a toilet, a utility room and access to the cellar and to the office building. On the first floor are 3 bedrooms, a shower room and a separate toilet. The main bedroom also has a substantial dressing area with a bath. The second floor includes 3 additional bedrooms with also a shower room and a separate toilet. There is a 4th room that could be turned into another bedroom. The adjacent 45m2 office space is a unique asset, comprising a reception area, two offices, a kitchenette. Ideal for a home-based business or as a private workspace. Underneath this space is a large room that could be used as a garage or leisure area. The technical features of this house are a considerable advantage: the house was equipped with several home automation elements: - a gas condensing boiler that can be controlled by smartphone. It has two control panels, one for the office area and one for the house. - roller shutters that can also be controlled by smartphone. - PVC + imitation wood joinery with double glazing enhances energy efficiency. - A 9-meter deep well provides water for the WC, washing machine, and dishwasher. The property also features a drinking water filter system. The property also offers a double garage with an electric gate and a lovely mature garden at the back of the house. Le Dorat is a charming village offering many facilities including: a supermarket, two bakeries, a Post Office, pharmacy, launderette, bars, restaurants, gift and clothes shops as well as two antique shops and a cinema. Le Dorat also benefits from a local school and English speaking doctors. Just 15 minutes away is Bellac with more supermarkets and DIY stores and Limoges airport is 45 minutes away. This spacious family home seamlessly combines modern living with versatile office space, making it an exceptional find. Price including agency fees : 272 850 € Price excluding agency fees : 255 000 € Buyer commission, tax included: 7%

France
Property for sale in France is cheapest where rural depopulation has been sharpest, and dearest along the south coast and in the Alps. Prices run from around €30,000 (£26,000) to over €2m, though only 169 homes sit under €100,000.
Nouvelle-Aquitaine holds the largest share of rural stock, with Dordogne the most searched part of it. Use the filters to narrow by region, price and property type.
Why buy property in France
France offers more variety than any other market we cover, and the two ends of it behave very differently. Prices run from around €30,000 for a village house needing work to over €2m for a chalet in the Trois Vallées, with 1,663 homes inside a €300,000 budget. Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Normandy, Brittany and Occitanie carry the rural and small-town stock, while Provence, the Riviera and the Alps sit well above. Purchase costs add roughly 7% to 8% on a resale property, most of it the notaire fee, and the sale becomes binding after a ten-day cooling-off period.
Frequently asked questions about buying property in France
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What is the buying process in France?
A typical France purchase follows:
(1) offer accepted,
(2) sign the preliminary contract (often compromis de vente or promesse de vente) with key conditions (e.g., mortgage approval),
(3) buyer cooling-off period (commonly 10 days for non-professional buyers),
(4) notary due diligence (title, charges, planning, pre-emption rights),
(5) arrange finance/insurance and transfer funds,
(6) sign the final deed (acte authentique) at the notary and receive keys,
(7) registration is completed by the notary. Avoid paying large deposits before the notary confirms terms and protections.
Most estate agents in France will be equipped to assist you with this process. We strongly recommend seeking an independent legal assistance such as a lawyer who specialises in French property purchases.
Does buying property in France give residency or a visa?
No—buying property in France does not automatically give you residency or the right to live in France long-term.
Residency depends on your nationality, visas, and income/insurance requirements. Property ownership can support a visa application (by showing accommodation), but it isn’t a guarantee.
If you want to spend extended time in France, plan the immigration route separately from the purchase, and make sure your notary and tax adviser understand your residency status for ongoing tax, rental income, and inheritance planning.
We strongly recommend speaking to visa, expat specialist to ensure that your route to France is smooth and done properly. Visit our France Experts directory for further assistance.