Lyon 7e 69007, Gerland
Lyon 7e, France
Guide Price
$172,640
149,900 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
1
BATHROOMS
1
Description
LYON 7 - avenue Jean François Raclet.<br>Vanessa ETIENNE et César et Brutus Elite vous proposent un appartement de 40m². Il se compose d'une entrée avec des rangements, une grande pièce de vie et une cuisine indépendante, une salle de bains avec WC.<br>Situé en rez de chaussé, en intérieur de copropriété au calme, profitez de volets roulants électriques, d'une cave, d'une place de parking couverte.<br>Proximité commerces et lignes de transports (métro B + nombreuses lignes de bus), idéal premier achat ou investissement.<br>Pour échanger sur votre projet immobilier - achat - vente -
location - gestion - syndic:<br>contactez votre conseillère Vanessa ETIENNE : 06x51x21x28x43 / <span class="importDescriptionDecorator" data-type="email">vanessa.etienne@cesaretbrutus.com</span><br>Honoraires à la charge du vendeur. Dans une copropriété de 177 lots. Quote-part moyenne du budget prévisionnel 2 544 €/an. Aucune procédure n'est en cours. Logement à consommation énergétique excessive : Classe énergie F, Classe climat F. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : georisques.gouv.fr. Ce bien vous est proposé par un agent commercial (Entreprise individuelle). <br>Votre conseiller CESAR ET BRUTUS : Vanessa ETIENNE<br>Agent commercial (Entreprise individuelle) <br> RSAC 901359828 LYON
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Lyon 7e
A lively, diverse arrondissement along the Rhône with the trendy Guillotière neighborhood, Asian food markets, and proximity to Lyon's university district. It's one of Lyon's more affordable central areas, popular with students and young professionals, with a genuine multicultural character.
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
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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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