La Teste-de-Buch 33260, Pyla sur Mer
La Teste-de-Buch, France
Guide Price
$1946373
1690000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
6
BATHROOMS
4
Description
Villa individuelle à rénover possibilité de faire plus de : 300 m², avec un potentiel de transformation selon vos envies. A l'étage trois suites parentales, un salon cuisine fermé WC. Au rez-de-jardin un studio, et deux autre chambres, cave. Possibilité de faire une piscine. Stationnement :2 places de parking privées À proximité immédiate :Ecole et Commerces variés (poissonneries, épiceries, fruits et légumes, boucherie, boulangerie, glaciers) Bars et restaurants réputés Points remarquables de la localisation :L'église du Moulleau et la jetée du Moulleau Plages et clubs de sports à seulement 500 m à pied : plages du Moulleau et du Pyla Club de voile du Pyla et clubs de surf à proximité Cette villa offre un cadre de vie unique dans un quartier recherché, à proximité des plus belles plages de la région. Idéale pour un projet de rénovation avec de nombreuses possibilités d'aménagement. Contactez-nous pour plus d'informations et organiser une visite ! La présente annonce immobilière a été rédigée sous la responsabilité éditoriale de Mr/Mme Mélinda Meunier, agent commercial (EI enregistrée au tribunal de commerce deBordeaux sous le numéro RSAC 843876590) Référence agence : 13187
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in La Teste-de-Buch
A coastal town on the Arcachon Bay in southwest France, known for oyster farming, pine forests, and the massive Dune of Pilat. It offers a relaxed Atlantic coast lifestyle at moderate prices, popular with retirees and families who want beach access without Riviera price tags.
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.
Learn more: Health Insurance for Americans Living Abroad→France at a glance
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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?
We'll connect you with an independent, English-speaking real estate attorney experienced with foreign buyers. Not the seller's lawyer — yours.
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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