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Where to rent in France in 2024?

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long term rent in FranceThis is my list of the top 10 towns to find a house or apartment to rent in France on a long term basis during 2024. The list is based on my travels throughout France over the last 20 years and is determined by a number of different factors such as the weather, local transport network, things to do & see, affordability of rental properties, local services, quality of life and my own personal observations.

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20 Pet-friendly long term rental properties in France

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pet-friendly rentals france365Don't leave your best friend at home. Search for pet-friendly houses to rent long term in France during 2024. We have the widest selection of cat & dog-friendly properties to rent on a monthly basis in Southern France. We have put together this selection of 20 pet-friendly long term rental properties in France, currently available for rent in 2024.

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Long term house rental prices in France 2024-2025

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french house rental pricesThese are the average house rental prices in Southern France for a long term rentals for 2025 and 2026. These house rental prices apply to our main area of operation in Southern France, so covering the Languedoc, Midi-Pyrenees, Dordogne, Provence and Cote d'Azur. You will pay an additional premium of around 15% for rental properties in Toulouse, Montpellier, Avignon, Cannes and Nice.

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Buy to holiday let property investment in France

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Buy to let FranceEver thought of owning your own home in the South of France and using it to fund your retirement. An impossible dream? Here we explain how owning a buy-to-let investment property in the South of France could be a lot easier than you thought and why 2023 is the right time to buy property in South France.

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Property renovation in France: advice from an Architect

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property renovation france365We often get asked by clients for help and assistance in finding suitable renovation properties in Southern France. I recently met with two award-winning Architects, François Brunner and Olga Sanina, so I took the opportunity to ask them some of the typical questions about house renovation in France and the pitfalls to avoid when renovating property. 

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How much is the cost of living in France?

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paying with card848The cost of living in France is certainly not as cheap as it used to be. The French government advise that a single person will need at least €1,800 euros per month to move to France and live comfortably (and €3,600 euros for a couple). This is certainly the minimum income that is required for a long stay visa for France.

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9 Montpellier long term rental properties France for 2024

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Montpellier long term rental properties FranceMontpellier is a great place to be based for a long term rental in France. Montpellier is the fastest growing city in France and it has everything you need for a long stay in France. Here we feature some popular rental properties close to Montpellier which are currently available for rent during 2024.

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Moving to France from the UK in 7 simple steps

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retirement in franceIn this article we explain how you can move to France from the UK in 7 simple steps. Brexit has of course made things slightly more complicated, but it is still perfectly possible to live your dream of retiring to France or living in France whilst you work remotely.

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The role of a Notaire in France?

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role of notary in FranceThe role of a Notaire in France is often characterised as being nothing more than a glorified tax collector. But they do provide some key services when buying a property in France. All property purchases in France must be conducted through a professionally licensed Notaire. The Notaire or Notary is a French lawyer, trained specifically in French property law. 

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Buying real estate in France in 2023: French Property taxes

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french property taxesIf you are buying a property in France in 2023 then you need to be aware of the real estate taxation costs involved. Often the French property taxes can have a big hit on people's budgets. In this article, Paddy Gibbins, from Artaxa Real Estate, gives you the in's and out's of all the different French Property taxes.

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How to rent a house in France on an annual long term contract

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rent a house franceIt is not always easy to rent a house in France on an annual or monthly basis if you are a foreigner. If you are looking to come to France during 2024, either to study, or to work or for a long vacation; then finding a suitable house to rent is obviously going to be high on your list of priorities. Unfortunately, the French system is not that geared up to help foreign nationals renting property in France on a long term basis, especially if they have no previous financial history in France. 

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Cheap long term rentals in Limousin France

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The old French province of the Limousin is centered around the city of Limoges and covers the modern departments of Haute-Vienne, Corrèze and Creuse. This is one of the least densely populated areas of France and definitely the place to find cheaper long term rental properties in France.

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Why did you move to France?

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french-flag365I was on a plane a few years back and the man next to me asked the same question that I always get asked: "Why did you move to France?". It is a simple question, with a complex answer. But also, isn't it obvious why you would move to France? 

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Dordogne houses for rent long term in France

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Dordogne is always a popular location for clients looking for long term rental houses. This selection of Dordogne houses for rent in France are all currently available for long term rentals from between 3-9 months. This collection of houses is especially targetted at international clients looking to spend a few quality months in this beautiful corner of France.

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10 most popular locations for Long term rentals in France

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long-term-rentals-franceTo help you find the perfect area to rent a property in France in 2024 we have prepared a list of the most popular long term rental locations in France. If you are planning a long stay in France during 2024, then let us help you find the best area to be based. This is not an exhaustive list, but from my knowledge and travels around Languedoc, Provence and the South of France, I would recommend the following 10 places as good options for long term rentals in France:

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Nezignan l'Eveque - property hot spot South France

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nezignan-l-eveque-property franceThere are a number of reasons why the village of Nezignan l'Eveque in South France has become such a property hotspot in the last 10 years. It is located close to the Mediterranean beaches, it has excellent transport links, property prices are rising and it is one of the prettiest villages in the Languedoc.

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    Provence long term rentals

    Rent a long term property in Provence, France

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    Discover our long term rental properties in the Languedoc

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    Find long term rental properties in St Tropez, Cannes & Nice

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    Cheap property to rent in France

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    Beach houses to rent long term

    Find long term rentals near the beach in France

    Long term rentals in France

    Long Term Rentals in France provides the largest selection of long term lets across the South of France, Dordogne and Northern France. Our properties are all personally inspected and available for rentals of between 3 to 12 months.

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    Long Term Rentals in France
    68bis Avenue de Pezenas
    34320, Roujan, France.
    Tel: +33 6 51 68 93 26
    Email: Long Term Rentals