Saint-Étienne 42000, Centre-ville - Peuple - Chavanelle
Saint-Étienne, France
Guide Price
$155,480
135,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1970
Description
iad France - Alain Grange vous propose: ST-ÉTIENNE CENTRE - T3 DE 88.5 m² - CALME & POTENTIEL - SEUL SUR PALIER<br>À deux pas de la place Jean-Jaurès, au 5e étage avec ascenseur, découvrez ce bien occupant à lui seul tout l'étage. Exposé Sud-Ouest, il offre une vue sans vis-à-vis.<br>Ce T3 très propre propose un fort potentiel : une grande entrée (13.08 m²) distribue un vaste salon(30.35 m²), une cuisine équipée (9 m²), deux chambres (15,82 m² et 9,6 m² avec point d'eau), salle de bain et WC séparés. Idéal pour une personne cherchant le confort du centre-ville ou pour une profession libérale (configuration adaptée pour accueil et bureaux).<br>L’appartement dispose de la fibre, du gaz de ville et d'un accès sécurisé. Un double garage au pied de l'immeuble et deux caves complètent ce bien. Un cadre de vie pratique, privé et évolutif proche des écoles (Lycée / Collège Saint-Paul, École Maternelle Alma)<br>Une visite!<br>Honoraires d'agence à la charge du vendeur.<br>Information d'affichage énergétique sur ce bien : classe ENERGIE D indice 223 et classe CLIMAT D indice 48. Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé, y compris l'obligation légale de débroussaillement, sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : http://www.georisques.gouv.fr.<br>La présente annonce immobilière a été rédigée sous la responsabilité éditoriale de M Alain Grange mandataire indépendant en immobilier (sans détention de fonds), agent commercial de la SAS I@D France immatriculé au RSAC de SAINT ETIENNE sous le numéro 938863958, titulaire de la carte de démarchage immobilier pour le compte de la société I@D France SAS.
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Saint-Étienne
A former industrial city southwest of Lyon that's become one of France's most affordable urban options, with rents well below Paris, Lyon, or Nice. It was named a UNESCO City of Design and has been reinventing itself with creative industries and a strong university presence. Very much a local French city -- English is rare, so this is for expats committed to learning the language and integrating into authentic French life.
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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