Nice 06200, Lanterne
Nice, France
Guide Price
$1,128,666
980,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
3
YEAR BUILT
2006
Description
NICE OUEST - LA LANTERNE<br>A quelques minutes en voiture de la ville de Nice, de l'aéroport et de la mer.<br>Dans une résidence sécurisée de haut standing avec piscine et parc joliment arboré.<br>Appartement 4 pièces de 123m² composé d'une entrée, d'un spacieux séjour, de 3 chambres parentales (dont une suite) avec leurs propres salles d'eau, d'une cuisine indépendante et de WC séparés.<br>Côté extérieur, cet appartement traversant donne sur 2 grandes terrasses d'environ 30m² et 18m², offrant notamment une magnifique vue sur la ville de Nice, le parc de la résidence et la mer.<br>Appartement en excellent état avec double vitrage et climatisation.<br>Une grande cave ainsi qu'un double garage en sous-sol complètent ce bien.<br>Idéal pour résidence principale ou résidence secondaire. Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard entre 1070.0 € et 1520.0 € indexées aux années 2021, 2022, 2023 (abonnements compris).
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.
Contact Agent
CENTURY 21 Lafage Transactions
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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