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Buying off plan in France

Why buy new in France?

Why buy from A Place in France?

Real alternative to renovation

French new build property specialists

5% refundable deposit

Expert advice on the French property market

Secure and simple buying procedure

Highly selective new build portfolio

Low legal costs (3%-4%)

Free bilingual purchasing service

Stage payments

Reliable after sales assistance

Excellent letting and resale potential

No hard sell & no agency fees

A Place in France

New build French property for sale

A Place in France is the UK leading specialist in new build properties in France. Our company has been successfully established for over 20 years and we know the new build market well. We provide help and assistance to clients wishing to purchase a property in France be it a second home or permanent residence. We not only visit the locations we feature but also assess them all for their potential.

We are specialists in off plan properties in France with in-depth knowledge of the new build buying procedure. If you are looking for property in France we have an exclusive range of off plan apartments, houses and villas on residential developments.

From the very start of your search for a French property to the key handover and beyond, we are on hand to guide you through each stage of the process with readily available help and advice.

Throughout the buying process of your French property we will assist you free of charge.

New Build French Property

A real alternative to renovation

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Renovation costs in France can rapidly exceed one’s budget as far as materials and project supervision is concerned. In some instances the renovation project will require planning permission and the administration involved will also add in time and costs to the original budget.

New build properties on the other hand are priced more or less “ready to move into” which is a substantial benefit to the purchaser who knows from the outset the overall cost of the purchase.

New property in France is the first choice of the French buyers themselves and off plan properties in France are snapped up quickly.

This is not surprising given the many financial and lifestyle benefits you enjoy when buying new build property in France:

- 5% refundable deposit

When purchasing an off plan France property, French law clearly states that the deposit required for the reservation of the property cannot exceed 5% of the purchase price. This is an attractive benefit which reduces the purchaser’s initial outlay. In the case of other property transactions the deposit required is 10%.

- Secure and simple buying procedure

Buying off plan properties in France is a straightforward and safe process. All new build properties are subject to French government regulated contracts designed to protect the interests of the purchaser.

- Low legal costs (3%-4%)

Legal fees on new build properties in France are low and amount on average to only 3.5% of the purchase price. This compares very competitively against 6% to 8% for an old property. The legal fees or Frais de Notaire include the French Notary’s fees and the Deed documents registration fees.

- Stage payments

Other financial advantages in buying a new property in France include stage payments which are made as construction progresses.

- Excellent letting and resale potential

Off plan properties in France are built on residential developments which are often gated and set in landscaped maintained grounds. This provides a secure, organised environment which is attractive to holiday letting agencies. In addition French off plan developments are often located close to all amenities, which is an important requirement from a holiday point of view. When time comes to resell these key features ensure good resale potential and sustained capital growth.

- French lifestyle at the turn of a key

As new build properties require little or no maintenance you are able to enjoy your place in France and French lifestyle from the moment you arrive. At the end of your stay you can lock up and leave your new home with full peace of mind and looking forward to your next visit.

New build resale properties in France

A Place in France property portfolio now includes a range of newly build resales. These nearly new properties were originally sold off plan and still benefit from the statutory 10 year building guarantee. In most cases they also benefit from reduced legal fees (French Notary’s fees) if less than 5 years old.

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Completed developments in France – Ready to move into

We have a selection of new build developments which have reached the final stages of construction and the properties are now ready to move into.

In most cases attractive final price reductions have been applied by the French developer.

A Place in France property selection of completed developments

Where to buy a French property?

Take a look at our region guide to decide where to buy your French Property

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The French property market still remains extremely popular with buyers from the UK and Ireland. With easy connections to highly sought after property locations, its endearing popularity and its close proximity to the rest of Europe, France offers French property buyers an undisputed quality of life as well as a stable economy in which to invest.

Deciding on where to buy a property in France is no easy task. Each region is different.

From picturesque Picardy and Normandy to the sun-drenched Côte d’Azur our France property guide features many of the most desirable locations in France.

The most popular regions for buyers of French properties include the South of France (Côte d’Azur, Languedoc and Provence), the Loire Valley, south-west France (Aquitaine and Charentes), Brittany and Normandy, which are particularly popular with UK buyers.

Winter holiday homes in the French Alps are also very popular, particularly in fashionable ski resorts such as Chamonix and Samoens.

Buying a French property in one of the French Alps ski resorts is a dual season investment with good letting potential in both winter and summer months.

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