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Villeurbanne 69100, République - Tolstoi

Villeurbanne, France

Guide Price

$332,841

289,000 EUR

PROPERTY TYPE

house

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

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Description

REPUBLIQUE - Maison de ville rare sur le secteur - IDEAL INVESTISSEURS (2 lots) ou RP<br>Découvrez cette superbe maison de 96 m² sur 2 niveaux à 4 minutes à pied du métro République, en retrait d'une copropriété au calme complet.<br> <br>Vous serez séduits par le charme de l'ancien conservé et la touche de moderne ajoutée !<br>Commencez la visite au rez-de-chaussée avec une entrée spacieuse pouvant être aménagée en coin bureau, un WC séparé, une cuisine indépendante et un séjour lumineux de 25 m² avec une belle hauteur sous plafonds.<br>A l'étage, vous profiterez d'une grande pièce d'eau avec douche, baignoire et double vasque ainsi que 3 chambres dont une de plus de 13 m². <br>La façade de la maison a été refaite avec une isolation par l'extérieur. Les combles ont été isolées et la chaudière changée récemment ! <br>2 caves complètent ce bien.<br>Points positifs : proche de toutes commodités, au calme.<br>Possibilité de faire 2 appartements facilement pour les investisseurs car il y a déjà 2 portes palières et 2 lots à l'origine.<br>Contactez-moi pour plus d'informations au <span class="importDescriptionDecorator" data-type="phone">04 37 47 27 27</span> Bien proposé par Mathilde ROBIN EI, agent commercial (RSAC 979173192)

Location

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Living in Villeurbanne

Essentially an extension of Lyon sharing its metro system, but with rents 15-20% lower than Lyon proper. A youthful, diverse city of 150,000 with universities, street markets, and an authentic French food scene at everyday prices. Great public transit and walkability — a smart base for expats who want Lyon's culture without Lyon's price tag.

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.

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