Lyon 8e 69008, Laënnec - Mermoz
Lyon 8e, France
Guide Price
$955,911
830,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
À deux pas du métro D (station Mermoz Pinel), des commerces, à proximité immédiate des Galeries Lafayette et de toutes les commodités, découvrez cette maison individuelle de 162 m², entièrement rénovée par un architecte d'intérieur avec des prestations de qualité. Elle offre de beaux espaces de vie ainsi qu'une terrasse et une véranda.<br>Au rez-de-chaussée, vous trouverez une salle de cinéma, une vaste salle de billard avec accès direct au jardin et à une terrasse de plus de 14 m², une grande buanderie ainsi qu'un garage.<br>Au premier étage, une entrée dessert une véranda, un double séjour lumineux d'environ 38 m² ouvrant sur une spacieuse terrasse de 15 m², une cuisine attenante aménagée et équipée, une chambre avec placard, ainsi qu'une salle d'eau avec WC.<br>Le second étage propose une mezzanine aménagée en espace bureau, deux chambres avec parties mansardées, ainsi qu'une salle de bain avec douche et WC.<br>L'ensemble est édifié sur un agréable terrain paysagé et arboré de 352 m², offrant également une piscine.<br>Possibilité d'acquérir en supplément un second garage fermé au prix de 28 000 €.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Lyon 8e
The 8th arrondissement is a residential district in southeastern Lyon with a mix of older apartment blocks and newer developments. It's more affordable than Lyon's central arrondissements, with good tram connections and proximity to the Gerland biotech district and Lumière university campus.
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
Laforêt LYON 8
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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