Willems 59780, Willems
Willems, France
Guide Price
$800,432
695,000 EUR
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
4
BATHROOMS
1
YEAR BUILT
1900
Description
Nichée dans un environnement paisible à toute proximité de Hem, cette superbe longère pleine de charme séduira les amateurs d'authenticité et d'espace.<br>Édifiée sur un magnifique terrain arboré de 2 200 m², elle offre un cadre de vie exceptionnel, au calme absolu, où le cachet de l'ancien a été préservé avec soin.<br>Dès l'entrée, vous découvrirez une belle pièce de vie de 46 m², chaleureuse et lumineuse, agrémentée d'une cheminée, idéale pour vos moments en famille ou entre amis. Le rez-de-chaussée propose également un bureau, parfait pour le télétravail, ainsi qu'une cuisine équipée fonctionnelle avec son cellier attenant.<br>À l'étage, l'espace nuit se compose de quatre chambres, dont un véritable domaine parents avec dressing et salle de bains privative. Une seconde salle de bains complète cet étage, offrant confort et praticité pour toute la famille.<br>À l'extérieur, le charme opère immédiatement : un superbe jardin arboré, une élégante terrasse en pierre bleue pour profiter des beaux jours, ainsi qu'une grande dépendance de 30 m² offrant de nombreuses possibilités (atelier, garage, projet annexe?). Plusieurs places de stationnement viennent compléter l'ensemble.<br>Une propriété rare, alliant caractère, volumes et sérénité. (DPE en cours)<br>LA CENSE IMMOBILIER CHERENG <span class="importDescriptionDecorator" data-type="phone">03.20.41.45.55</span> (3.73 % d'honoraires TTC à la charge de l'acquéreur.)
Location
Open in Google MapsLiving in Willems
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.
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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