Biarritz 64200, Saint-Martin - Lahouze - Verdun
Biarritz, France
Guide Price
$344,358
299,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1930
Description
Très belle opportunité de premier achat, d'investissement locatif ou de pied-à-terre, à saisir dans un petit immeuble typique du Pays Basque, situé dans le quartier recherché de Lahouze. L'immeuble, aux faibles charges, se compose de seulement 7 appartements. Les façades, les parties communes ainsi que la toiture ont déjà été rénovées.<br>Ce plateau de 58 m2, situé au 1er et dernier étage, bénéficie déjà du double vitrage et d'une très belle hauteur sous plafond.<br>Le bien inclut également les combles, d'une superficie totale de 23 m2 (dont environ 12 m2 Carrez), une ouverture avec velux déjà posée, offrant ainsi la possibilité de créer un duplex de 3 pièces lumineux et plein de charme.<br>Idéalement situé, à seulement 15 minutes à pied de la Grande Plage et à 1 km de l'hypercentre. La navette gratuite passe devant l'immeuble, tandis que le tram'bus ligne T1, reliant Biarritz Centre à Anglet et Bayonne, se trouve à seulement 400 mètres. Tous les commerces de proximité (boulangerie, boucherie, tabac, supérette...) sont accessibles à pied.<br>Bien rare sur le secteur !<br>
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Biarritz
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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Contact Agent
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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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