Arcachon 33120, Centre-ville - La Chapelle - Gare
Arcachon, France
Guide Price
$517,113
449,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1981
Description
Dans le centre ville d'Arcachon, proche de la jetée d'Eyrac, à deux pas de la plage et de la gare. Au sein d'une petite résidence de 12 logements, appartement T3 de 67m2 profitant d'une tripe exposition et d'une vaste terrasse de 35m2 environ accessible depuis chaque pièce !<br>Entrée avec placard, séjour exposé nord-ouest, cuisine indépendante, deux chambres à l'Est, salle de bains (avec fenêtre), wc indépendant.<br>Une cave et une place de parking aérien complètent l'ensemble.<br>Vendu loué avec locataire sérieux.<br>Copropriété de 40 lots dont 12 appartements, charges prévisionnelles équivalentes à 147 EUR /mois fonds de travaux inclus.<br>Honoraires inclus à charge acquéreur 4,42%.<br> Classe énergie : D. <br>
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Arcachon
Morning baguettes from the corner boulangerie, two-hour lunches with wine that no one apologizes for, and the slow realization that the French were right about everything involving food.
Visa
Talent Passport (Passeport Talent) — multiple categories for skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and researchers. Qualified employee route requires min €39,582/yr salary. Valid up to 4 years, family included. Visitor Visa (Visa Long Séjour) suits retirees with passive income — no work allowed, must prove €1,600+/mo resources.
Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to France→Key Fact
France has famously complex bureaucracy (the préfecture experience is legendary) but offers world-class universal healthcare, 5 weeks mandatory vacation, and excellent public infrastructure once you are in the system.
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Cost of buying in France
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
7-10% of purchase price
- ·Notary fees: 7-8% (includes transfer taxes)
- ·Agent: 3-8% (usually included in listing price)
- ·No separate stamp duty
Annual Costs
Property Tax
€500-3,000+/yr taxe foncière (varies by commune)
Insurance
€200-500/yr
HOA / Condo Fees
€100-300/mo for apartments (charges de copropriété)
Good to Know
Agent Fees
Usually seller pays (included in listing price)
Foreign Buyer Note
No restrictions on foreign buyers. Non-residents pay 3% additional wealth tax on French property above €1.3M.
Legal help in France
Hire your own attorney — not the seller's. We'll match you with a vetted local lawyer.
Need a local attorney in France?
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Next steps for moving to France
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
Know your tax obligations
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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