Plaisir 78370, Plaisir
Plaisir, France
Guide Price
$207,306
180,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1970
Description
EXCLUSIVITÉ - PLAISIR - LES ÉBISOIRES<br>L'Agence de Villepreux vous présente ce charmant 3 pièces, au deuxième étage avec ascenseur, idéalement situé à Plaisir, où tout se fait à pied : commerces, services et transports sont au bout de la rue !<br>Grâce à son orientation Sud-Ouest, l'appartement est baigné de lumière naturelle tout au long de la journée.<br>Le séjour ainsi que les deux chambres s'ouvrent sur un agréable balcon.<br>Entre le cellier, le vrai dressing et deux espaces supplémentaires à aménager selon vos besoins, chaque chose trouvera sa place.<br>L'appartement, en bon état, se compose d'une entrée accueillante, d'une cuisine aménagée fonctionnelle et d'un séjour convivial. Le coin nuit est bien séparé par un couloir desservant les chambres, une salle de douches moderne et un WC indépendant.<br>Une cave et une place de parking extérieure privée viennent compléter ce bien.<br>Le ravalement de la résidence a déjà été voté ! Vous profitez donc d'une façade bientôt comme neuve et d'une valorisation immédiate de votre patrimoine (frais à la charge du vendeur). Prêt pour une visite ?<br>Ne tardez pas, cet appartement alliant confort, calme et praticité n'attend plus que vous.<br>Honoraires à la charge du vendeur. Dans une copropriété de 985 lots. Quote-part moyenne du budget prévisionnel 2 922 €/an. Aucune procédure n'est en cours. Classe énergie D, Classe climat D Montant moyen estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard, établi à partir des prix de l'énergie de l'année 2021 : entre 1091.00 et 1477.00 €. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : georisques.gouv.fr. <br>
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Plaisir
A quiet residential commune about 30 km west of Paris in the Yvelines department, offering affordable housing by Ile-de-France standards with good rail connections to central Paris. It's a practical base for families or commuters who want proximity to Paris without the astronomical rents, though the town itself is suburban and lacks the charm of central French cities. French language skills are essential here, as it's well outside the tourist English bubble.
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
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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.
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
AGENCE DE VILLEPREUX
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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