La Teste-de-Buch 33260, Centre-ville
La Teste-de-Buch, France
Guide Price
$344358
299000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
2016
Description
Uniquement dans notre agence.<br>Situé dans une résidence construite en 2016, appartement T3 comprenant une entrée avec placard, une pièce de vie lumineuse avec un coin cuisine aménagé donnant sur un balcon de 7 m², parfaite pour profiter des beaux jours.<br>Dans le coin nuit, une chambre avec placatd, une salle de bains, un wc et une chambre donnant sur un deuxième balcon de 7 m² complètent le bien. <br>Ce bien bénéficie également de deux places de stationnement privatives en sous-sol.<br>Au sein d'une copropriété comprenant 83 lots dont 37 dédiés à l'habitation, les résidents profitent d'un environnement calme et de prestations de qualité, notamment une piscine. Les charges annuelles s'élèvent à 3 077€, incluant le chauffage ainsi que l'eau froide et chaude. Aucune procédure n'est en cours au sein de la copropriété.<br>Contactez nous pour une visite ou pour plus de renseignements au <span class="importDescriptionDecorator" data-type="phone">05.56.54.17.18</span><br>Besoin de connaître la valeur de votre bien? Notre équipe se tient à votre disposition du lundi au samedi pour réaliser gratuitement l'estimation de votre bien.<br>Copropriété de 83 lots - dont 37 lots habitation. (Pas de procédure en cours).<br>Charges annuelles : 3077.00 euros.
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.
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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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