Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie 85800, Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, France
Guide Price
$834,983
725,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1963
Description
Cette maison à l'architecture vintage a fait l'objet d'une rénovation complète en 2022. Chaque espace a été repensé avec justesse, mêlant lignes contemporaines et atmosphère chaleureuse.<br> La vie s'organise à l'étage, baigné de lumière tout au long de la journée. La pièce de vie, ouverte sur une grande terrasse, offre un lieu de vie convivial et apaisant. Dans le prolongement, une suite parentale élégante invite à la sérénité, conjuguant confort et raffinement.<br> Le rez-de-chaussée profite aussi d'un bel espace extérieur et accueille trois chambres, une salle d'eau et une lingerie.<br> À l'extérieur, un jardin joliment structuré crée un écrin de tranquillité, propice à la détente et à la douceur des beaux jours.<br> Le garage est idéal pour abriter véhicule, vélos et équipements nautiques et le stationnement est aussi possible sur le terrain.<br> Cette maison est idéalement située proche de la plage de Boisvinet, des ports et des marchés.<br> Côté pratique :cuisine aménagée et équipée, chauffage gaz de ville, poële à pelets, un WC par niveau.<br> Les informations sur les risques auxquels ce bien est exposé sont disponibles sur le site Géorisques : www.georisques.gouv.fr
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
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
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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.
Bien'ici (bienici.com)
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