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Villefranche-sur-Mer 06230, Villefranche-sur-Mer

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France

Guide Price

$1,382,040

1,200,000 EUR

PROPERTY TYPE

Condo

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

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Description

Situé au sein d'une résidence de grand standing particulièrement prisée à Villefranche-sur-Mer, avec piscine et gardien, cet appartement bénéficie d'un cadre de vie sécurisé et privilégié.<br>Idéalement implanté entre Nice et Monaco, sur la très recherchée Basse Corniche, il se trouve à seulement quelques minutes à pied des commerces et des plages.<br>Ce superbe 2/3 pièces de 59 m², entièrement rénové avec des prestations de qualité, offre un cadre de vie à la fois élégant et confortable.<br>Il se compose d'un séjour lumineux avec une cuisine américaine, ouvrant sur une magnifique terrasse, véritable prolongement de l'espace de vie, offrant une vue mer panoramique exceptionnelle sur la rade de Villefranche-sur-Mer et le Cap Ferrat.<br>L'espace nuit comprend une chambre en suite avec une salle d'eau privative et WC, également ouverte sur la terrasse, permettant de profiter pleinement du panorama dès le réveil.<br>Une pièce supplémentaire, modulable selon vos besoins, pourra faire office de seconde chambre, de bureau ou d'espace invité.<br>L'appartement dispose également d'une seconde salle d'eau avec WC, ainsi que d'un WC indépendant, apportant un confort supplémentaire au quotidien.<br>Un parking et une cave viennent compléter ce bien rare sur le secteur.<br>Un pied-à-terre idéal ou une résidence principale de qualité, au cœur de l'un des emplacements les plus recherchés de la Côte d'Azur.<br>Bien loué jusqu'au mois de septembre 2026 Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard entre 776.0 € et 1050.0 € indexées aux années 2021, 2022, 2023 (abonnements compris).

Location

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Living in Villefranche-sur-Mer

One of the most beautiful small towns on the French Riviera, with a deep sheltered harbor, pastel-colored waterfront, and Nice just 10 minutes away by train. It's expensive for its size but cheaper than neighboring Monaco or Cap-Ferrat. The pace is relaxed, the Mediterranean climate is ideal, and there's a long-established international community dating back centuries.

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
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France at a glance

How France scores for American expats

💰Cost of Living
Moderate
🛡️Safety
Very safe
🗣️English Spoken
Rarely
🏥Healthcare
Excellent
🌬️Air Quality
Moderate
📶Internet
Fast
🚶Walkability
Very walkable
🚇Transit
Excellent

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.

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Next steps for moving to France

Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.

1

Understand the buying rules

Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.

2

Sort out your visa

Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.

3

Plan your finances

Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.

4

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.

5

Set up healthcare

Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.

6

Run the full checklist

Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.

Source

Bien'ici (bienici.com)

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Currency

EUR