Villefranche-sur-Mer 06230, Villefranche-sur-Mer
Villefranche-sur-Mer, France
Guide Price
$1,117,149
970,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
Condo
BEDROOMS
2
BATHROOMS
2
YEAR BUILT
1970
Description
Élégant appartement 3 pièces à vendre avec vue panoramique sur la baie de Villefranche-sur-Mer. Situé dans une résidence de standing, sécurisée et au calme absolu, entourée de jardins paysagers de 6389 m², ce bien entièrement rénové et meublé offre un cadre de vie paisible et raffiné.<br>En rez-de-jardin surélevé et orienté est-sud, il bénéficie d'une terrasse de 40 m² permettant de profiter pleinement d'un panorama exceptionnel sur la mer. L'appartement se compose d'un hall d'entrée, d'un séjour lumineux avec cuisine américaine entièrement équipée donnant sur la terrasse, d'une suite parentale avec rangements, salle de bains et WC, et d'une deuxième chambre avec salle d'eau et WC privatifs. Il dispose également de la climatisation, du chauffage collectif, d'une cave et d'une place de parking au sein de la copropriété (non attribuée).<br>Idéalement situé à seulement cinq minutes en voiture de la vieille ville de Villefranche, à vingt minutes de Monaco et à trente minutes de l'aéroport de Nice. Montant estimé des dépenses annuelles d'énergie pour un usage standard entre 1459.0 € et 1975.0 € indexées aux années 2021, 2022, 2023 (abonnements compris).
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving 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.
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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.
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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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