Why choose new build?

At  A Place in France we have seen the demand for new property in France increase dramatically in the past few years and we are confident that this trend will continue. Specialising in off plan properties since first established in 1988, there is no doubt in our minds that new build property has become a real alternative to renovation offering the relaxed lifestyle we associate with French living at the turn of a key. 

The benefits of purchasing a new build property are numerous and well documented: affordable, low maintenance lock up and leave, stage payments, good letting potential and good capital appreciation.

Buying off plan in France is safe and straightforward as it is strictly regulated.

French developers are required to have a bank guarantee in place for each of their residential developments. This guarantee is provided in the Deed of Sale to ensure that the new development will be completed to the advertised standards even if the developer or construction company gets into financial difficulty. In addition contracts are drawn up in accordance with the French Code de la Construction et de l’Habitation. This legislation sets out very clear terms and conditions and is extremely protective of the purchaser.

New property in France must comply with modern building standards and regulations. This ensures low maintenance and low running costs.  In addition new build properties must carry a 10 year structural guarantee.

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