Saint-Germain-en-Laye 78100, Pontel - Schnapper - Sous-préfecture
Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France
Guide Price
$1692999
1470000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
1
Description
Lovée dans un jardin arboré de 1 100 m², cette villa en meulière et brique de 1920, avec son extension, offre environ 215 m² sur trois niveaux. Ses fenêtres cintrées, balcons en bois et terrasse en pierre naturelle lui confèrent le charme authentique des belles demeures bourgeoises de la région. Au rez-de-chaussée, une entrée dessert une chambre avec dressing, une cuisine équipée et son cellier. L'extension propose un vaste salon avec cheminée ouvert sur le jardin, une salle à manger, et une spectaculaire mezzanine avec balcon filant sous une belle hauteur sous plafond. À l'étage, trois chambres, salle de bains et WC. Au second niveau sous combles, deux chambres, salle de bains, espace bureau et rangements. Le jardin abrite une dépendance de 40 m² et, point d'exception, une pièce d'eau de 400 m², véritable atout atypique du bien. Un grand garage complète l'ensemble. Une rénovation permettra d'exprimer tout le potentiel du bien. Un beau projet pour un acquéreur souhaitant personnaliser une maison d'exception. Dans une allée privée, bordée de verdure, qui préserve l'intimité des lieux. Un environnement calme et verdoyant, à seulement 10 minutes du centre-ville, des écoles et 20 minutes de la gare RER (La Défense / Paris).
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
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.
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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