France Property

With the Spanish property market in sharp decline, France is the number 1 destination for Overseas Buyers. Why France? Traditionally a stable market, with varied landscapes, cultures, style, gastronomy and climate. France has weathered the financial crisis and is emerging strongly from the recession. Although property prices dipped last year during the global crisis, the market has picked up and investors are looking for bargains.

Easy access with many airports distributed across the country, fast train tavel from North to South and a network of autotoutes, France is open season for property buyers.

If you have a budget at the lower end, then there are plenty of renovation projects in the North and rural areas of France. Bargains from 20,000 euros can still be picked up but do expect to invest on the renovation work!

Plots of land abound throughout France, so with building costs at about 80,000 euros for a 3 bed property you can pick your location! Land prices are more expensive in the South.

At the other of the scale there are luxury villas in Provence (where you can still negotiate a good discount but act early before the market takes off), and chateaux. If you fancy a bit of luxury, then consider a chateau. Chateau from 200,000 euros can be discovered – chateaux are found all around France.

In general terms, property prices increase from North to South. So expect to pay more in Provence especially on the coast – but even rural Provence can throw up bargain prices. The Languedoc-Roussillon still offers the Med Coast at attractive prices. Further inland you can enjoy the south’s climate in the Midi-Pyrenees. Spectacular scenery at modest prices!

More help and tips: French Property Guide and the latest French Property for all budgets.