How to use the 'French property' page

A guide explaining how to browse the French property pages

The "French property" page - the starting point for browsing property

If you know what sort of property you're looking for but can't seem to find it, then this page should help you...

The Main Areas of the "French property" page...

This is the main page to find French property that is for sale. You can get to this page by clicking the link numbered 1.

From the "French Property" page there are six main ways to start your search. These are shown numbered 2 - 7 and are explained below.

You can find property:

2 - By Location - Region, Town or Department

3 - By Type or Specific Features e.g. Needing Renovation

4 - By Price or Time on market e.g. cheapest

5 - By Reference number

6 - By using quick links to find property by Region

7 - By using quick links to Selected Property Hotspots

2 - Find Property by Location - including Region, Town or Department

Some people know exactly where they want to be, others don't. Either way, you can use the links labelled 2. The links offer the following options:

You can search throughout France for your dream property (all property on our site is shown here).
You can search by region if you're familiar with an area, perhaps Burgundy if you're a wine buff, or the Rhône-Alpes if you're an ardent skier.
You can narrow your search to find property by the department, perhaps in the Dordogne department of Aquitaine or in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany.
If you know the town where you'd like to live, having seen it on TV or read about it in the papers, you can refine your search further and search by town.

Click here to start your search by location

3 - Find Property by Type or Specific Features e.g. Needing Renovation

If you have specific requirements for your property, use the links labelled 3. Search for property with your precise needs in mind:

You're a keen swimmer (or sun-worshipper!), you want a property with a swimming pool.
You're after a renovation project, so that you can get the exact home you want and utilise your DIY skills at the same time.
DIY is just not your thing. You want somewhere that needs no work at all and is ready to move into.
You're a very keen skier, looking for a ski chalet with easy access to slopes.
You need to work in France, so are looking for a commercial property or business such as a bar or restaurant.
Do you hanker after space and fresh air? Why not search for property with land or land on its own?
Are you a keen fisherman? Perhaps property with a lake on site would be of interest to you?

Click here to search for property with specific features

4 - Find Property by Price or Time on market

Are you are after a bargain property? Do you want to know what's come on the market recently? Use this section (labelled 4) to find the property for you:

If this is to be a second home and you need to keep a close eye on cost, why not browse through the cheapest properties we have on our site?
If money is no object and you're after a substantial property to accommodate family and friends, why not start your search by viewing the most expensive properties on our site?
If you're in no hurry to buy in France, why not look at those properties which have been on the market for some time? A price reduction may well be on the cards.
Be first in line by keeping up to date with the newest properties that have come onto the market.

Click here to view property by price or time on the market

5 - Find Property by Reference Number

If you want to retrieve a particular property's details, the quickest and easiest way is to use this section (labelled 5). As long as you've made a note of the property's reference number!

You're mulling over a few properties but want another look at their details again before making up your mind. Use their reference numbers for fast results.

Click here to find property by reference number

6 - Find Property by Region using quick links

If you know the region of France that you're looking for property in, use the two quick links labelled 6 on the picture above.

Are you familiar with the geography of France? Use the regional map at the bottom of the page to find your property (just click on the area of the map where you'd like to buy).Click here to find property using the map showing regions
If you're more of a "list" person, why not use the list of regions at the top left hand side of the screen to search for your property?

Click here to find property using the list of regions

7 - Find Property by Selected Property Hotspots using quick links

If you want to search for property in popular areas of France, this section is for you. Properties in these "hotspot" areas are grouped by region, department and town, and can be found at the bottom left of the screen (labelled 7).

Want to be part of the "in crowd"? Have a look at some of the properties on offer in the most sought after areas of France.

Click here to search for properties in France's hotspots

After a few clicks you'll see a list of property

Once here you can change your selection without having to leave the screen:

To choose a different location use the links circled in green .

Refine the list using the drop down options - shown in yellow and click "Go".

The next step - getting more information

Once you've found a property or properties that you like the look of, you'll need to contact the seller for either more information, or to make an appointment to view.

Click here to read about how to contact the seller and get more information