Renovated 12th Century Presbytery with Pool near Montpellier
€875,000€3,977/m²
Montpellier Region, Montpellier, France
4
bedrooms
3
bathrooms
220 m²
interior
House
property type
29 May 2026
listed
The Habio take
AI summaryThis beautifully renovated 12th century presbytery offers 220 m² of living space, featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms. Located in the Montpellier region, it boasts a charming garden and a swimming pool, making it ideal for family living or a tranquil retreat.
- historic
- garden
- pool
- family
- quiet
Highlights
- Historic 12th century architecture
- Renovated with modern amenities
- Swimming pool and charming garden
- Spacious interior of 220 m²
- Close to both Nîmes and Montpellier
- Garage included
Worth knowing
- Potential maintenance on historic features
- Rural location may limit immediate amenities
Good fit for: Ideal for families or those seeking a serene lifestyle in a historic setting.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 50
- Walkable
- 45
- Remote work
- 65
- Family
- 80
- Retirement
- 75
- Airport access
- 60
- Investment
- 70
- Luxury
- 80
- Value
- 65
About this place
Between Nîmes and Montpellier, 12th century presbytery of 220 m² completely renovated with swimming pool, charming garden and garage
Buying 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
