Argenteuil 95100, Les Coteaux
Argenteuil, France
Guide Price
$495,231
430,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1993
Description
Argenteuil, Les Coteaux.<br>Au cœur d'un quartier résidentiel et recherché, belle maison familiale et soignée proche des écoles, des commerces et de toutes commodités.<br>Située dans une rue calme et pavillonnaire, elle offre une entrée avec dégagement desservant un grand séjour de 35m² avec cheminée, une cuisine dînatoire, une chambre-bureau, des wc indépendants et des rangements.<br>Au premier étage: palier donnant sur quatre belles chambres sous combles dont une avec douche, salle de bains et wc indépendants.<br>Grenier de rangement.<br>Sous-sol total de 82m² comprenant un garage pour deux véhicules, une cave, une buanderie et une cave à vin.<br>Jardin arboré exposé sud avec terrasse dînatoire, espace déjeuner ombragé avec barbecue.<br>Electricité aux normes, doubles-vitrages, volets électriques, radiateurs récents (dont la plupart de marque Rotholec, garantis à vie) et climatisation réversible dans la chambre parentale<br>Carte scolaire recherchée: école maternelle Françoise Dolto, école élémentaire des Coteaux, collège et lycée Saint-Joseph à deux pas.<br>Commerces de proximité, marché couvert et stations de bus pour accès aux gares SNCF du centre-ville et du Val.<br>Belles prestations et maison très agréable, à visiter! Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard entre 2390.0 € et 3290.0 € indexées aux années 2021, 2022, 2023 (abonnements compris).
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Argenteuil
A large suburb northwest of Paris with significantly lower housing costs than the city, connected by train in about 15 minutes to Gare Saint-Lazare. It has a diverse, working-class character — not polished, but functional and affordable for Paris-area living. The Seine riverfront and proximity to La Defense business district are practical draws.
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.
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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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