Seaside House with Five Independent Apartments in Mers-les-Bains
€275,000€1,719/m²
France
5
bedrooms
5
bathrooms
160 m²
interior
160 m²
plot
House
property type
Yesterday
listed
The Habio take
AI summaryThis unique seaside house in Mers-les-Bains features five independent apartments, making it an excellent investment opportunity. Situated in the heart of a historic Belle Époque resort, it offers coastal charm and rental potential in a sought-after location.
- beach
- investment
- rental income
- historic
- coastal
Highlights
- Five independent apartments
- Prime location in Mers-les-Bains
- High rental yield potential
- Character property from the Belle Époque era
- Proximity to the beach and amenities
Worth knowing
- Building requires modernisation
- No private pool on the property
Good fit for: Ideal for investors or those seeking a seaside holiday rental business.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 80
- Walkable
- 80
- Remote work
- 60
- Family
- 70
- Retirement
- 65
- Airport access
- 70
- Investment
- 75
- Luxury
- 60
- Value
- 80
About this place
This entire building, located in the heart of the iconic Belle Époque seaside resort of Mers-les-Bains, represents a rare investment opportunity at €275,000. Spanning approximately 160 m², the property is currently configured into five independent apartments, offering significant potential for high-yield rental business or a boutique Airbnb venture. While the building requires some modernisation to meet contemporary luxury standards, its structure and prime location in a high-demand touristic town provide a solid foundation for capital growth.
The building is thoughtfully divided to maximise rental capacity, comprising a total of five bathrooms (one per unit) and a versatile mix of sleeping quarters. It includes two large flats, each featuring a main bedroom plus a 'box room' suitable for a small child’s room, a walk-in wardrobe, or a compact home office, along with three standard flats that each contain a well-proportioned single bedroom. This generous layout is designed to provide privacy for individual tenants or holidaymakers.
Mers-les-Bains is world-renowned for its vibrant, multicoloured villas and dramatic chalk cliffs. This property sits within the town’s atmospheric streets, providing street views of the charming historic architecture, along with select upper-floor apartments enjoying glimpses of the English Channel. Mers-les-Bains is a protected heritage site, ensuring a limited supply of new buildings and robust property values. The area's captivating beauty is enhanced by the iconic 900-meter-long beach, which features both smooth pebbles and fine sand, making it a perfect base for exploration along the stunning Alabaster Coast.
Getting to this coastal retreat is effortless, with the nearest international airport, Paris-Beauvais, located approximately 85 km to the southeast, providing easy access for domestic and international travellers.
What this place offers
- furnished
- parking
Where you’ll be
France
Location is approximate — exact address is confirmed by the agent.
Open in Google MapsBuying property in France
France places no restrictions on foreign property ownership. The notaire (a public official, not a lawyer for either side) handles the conveyance and is paid by the buyer. A French bank account is strongly recommended for completion funds and ongoing charges.
- 1
Make an offer
Offers are usually verbal or via the estate agent (agent immobilier). Once accepted, the agent drafts the offer letter.
- 2
Sign the compromis de vente
Preliminary contract setting price, conditions, and a 5–10% deposit held in escrow. Buyer has a 10-day statutory cooling-off period after signing.
- 3
Engage a notaire
Buyer and seller can share one notaire or use separate ones at no extra cost — fees are fixed by law and split.
- 4
Searches & conditions
Notaire runs title, planning, and mortgage searches; mortgage conditions (clause suspensive) typically allow 45 days to secure financing.
- 5
Final funds & pre-completion
Transfer balance plus all notaire fees to the notaire's account a few days before signing.
- 6
Sign the acte de vente
Final deed signed at the notaire's office (in person or by power of attorney). Keys handed over.
- 7
Registration
Notaire registers the sale at the Service de la Publicité Foncière and sends the buyer a certified copy (attestation) within weeks; the full deed follows in 2–6 months.
No residency requirement to buy. Non-resident mortgages available from French banks, typically 70–80% LTV with stricter affordability checks. France abolished taxe d'habitation on primary residences (2023) but it still applies to second homes — and many communes now apply a surcharge of up to 60% on second homes in high-demand zones.
General guidance only — confirm specifics with a qualified local lawyer or tax adviser. Reference
