Nice 06100, Gairaut
Nice, France
Guide Price
$1,025,013
890,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
2
Description
L'agence Laforêt vous propose à la vente une villa de 257 m2 style méditerranéen / provençale avec vue panoramique mer, édifiée sur un terrain de 650 m² exposé plein Sud.<br>Baignée de lumière tout au long de la journée grâce à son exposition idéale, la propriété bénéficie d'une absence totale de vis-à-vis direct, garantissant calme et intimité. Cette villa de 6 pièces réparties sur 3 niveaux offre de beaux volumes et un fort potentiel d'aménagement.<br>Des travaux de modernisation et de remise au goût du jour sont à prévoir selon votre projet, permettant de révéler pleinement le charme et le caractère de cette demeure.<br>À l'extérieur, vous profiterez d'un cadre privilégié avec trois terrasses, une véranda, une cuisine d'été avec barbecue ainsi qu'une piscine chauffée, idéale pour des moments de détente.<br>La propriété dispose également d'un portail automatique, d'un système de vidéo-surveillance et offre la possibilité de stationner jusqu'à trois véhicules au sein du terrain.<br>En sous-sol, un grand espace supplémentaire complète ce bien, avec la possibilité d'y aménager un bureau, un atelier ou un espace selon vos besoins.<br>Un bien rare offrant vue mer, volumes et extérieur généreux.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Nice
The jewel of the French Riviera with a Mediterranean climate, stunning coastline, and an established international community including many British and American expats. Living costs are higher than most French cities outside Paris, but the year-round sunshine, outdoor lifestyle, and proximity to Italy and Monaco make it a perennial favorite. More English is spoken here than in most French cities, though French remains essential for bureaucracy and deeper integration.
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
How France scores for American expats
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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