Finding accommodation in France as an expat

Find an apartment
in France,
Without Leaving Home

Mecaza Encourages You at Each Stage of Your Real Estate Project
In the most beautiful cities in France:
Paris, Bordeaux, Nice, Cannes, Cannes, Cannes, Cannes, Lille, Lille, Lille, Lille, Lille, Lille, Toulouse, Lyon, Strasbourg and much more.

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+ 1800 satisfied clients

+80 property finders

+15% off market

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Key figures

80

Real Estate Hunters
Everywhere in France

+15%

exclusive ads
and off-market

+150h

de gagnées sur votre recherche

What you gain with MeCaza

MeCaza is the real estate hunting service that allows you from A to Z to find the property you need, without having to travel.

Save Time

Save Going Back and Forth and Research Time! Your real estate hunter is your assistant throughout the search, he visits and continues you until the signature.

Avoid mistakes

A local expert helps you choose the right property, in the right neighborhood and at the right price. He knows the realities on the ground, unlike you who are not there.

Access the entire real estate market

Our hunters have a network of partners allowing them to access off-market and exclusive goods, which you would never have had access to without them.

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A Method
Proven, adapted
For each profile

Our Team Takes Care of Everything to Find the Apartment
To find the apartment of your dreams without having to travel.

01

Interview
And definition
Of Your Goals

An expert located in Paris talks with you about your project, your strategy and explains our support to you. If you wish to move forward, a research mandate will be signed to formalize our service.

discovery of your real estate project
02

A local expert
and specialized
Take Over

We assign you a locally based expert and expert in your project in order to find the property that will best suit you. He knows the neighborhoods and will advise you.

search and selection of real estate
03

Sourcing the property
And Negotiation

We search for properties through our network of partners (off-market) and on advertising sites. Your real estate hunter takes care of carrying out the visits and making a detailed “positive” and “negative” report. If the property is right for you, we negotiate to get the best price.

visit and negotiation of your apartment
04

Support until signature

We follow the entire acquisition process to make it as smooth as possible for you. We advise you and secure your project, while putting you in contact with the right intermediaries.

turnkey support until the authentic act
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Our rates

Discover our prices for buying, renting, investing in France.

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Des vrais avis, des vrais clients

+ 1800 satisfied customers

Our customers are our best ambassadors. Instead of convincing you with our own words, we prefer to let you have your say.

“Amandine found our apartment on the first try and with the beautiful view we dreamed of! (We've been looking for months) She was very responsive and always attentive:)”

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Your questions

Why call on a real estate hunter when you are an expatriate?

Call on a Real Estate Hunter Is an ideal solution for expatriates Wishing to invest In theFrench Real Estate. This Dedicated Personal Assistant Attenuates You Throughout Your Real Estate Project, from the selection of the goods to the signing of the act Authentic for sale.

It saves you time by managing the procedures remotely and by ensuring that the goods correspond to your criteria, whether it is a Main residence, of a Second Home Or an investment in Furnished Rental. In addition, we can put you in contact with trusted professionals: broker, construction, notary, architect.To learn more about why you should hire a hunter, read this article.

Here is why you must go through a real estate hunter to rent or buy a property in France:

  • Time saver : The hunter takes care of all the steps, from looking for properties to making contact with the owners, saving you unnecessary back and forth.
  • Privileged Access : Real estate hunters often have access to exclusive and off-market offers, which increases your chances of finding a property quickly, even in a Real Estate Market tense.
  • Optimized folder : They help you prepare a solid case with your French Source Income Or foreigners, your Tax residence and your guarantees, increasing your chances of being accepted by the owners.
  • Flexibility : Whether you are looking for a Furnished Rental For a short stay or a Empty location For a sustainable installation, the hunter adapts his research to your needs.
  • Less stress: The hunter visits for you, provides detailed reports and guides you through to signing the lease.

How much does a real estate hunter service cost?

Our rental property search service consists of two parts:

  • the launch fees are payable to initiate the service and cover consultation fees and the cost of connecting you with a property finder.
  • the remaining balance is due upon success when the lease is signed.

We offer three rental packages based on your desired level of autonomy for viewings:

  • Relocation: €1,100, your property finder searches for your apartment across the entire market (including their network and off-market properties), schedules viewings, manages applications, and advises you until the lease is signed.
    The price includes a €390 launch fee payable at the start, with the balance due upon successful signing of the lease.
  • Premium: €1,450, includes the Relocation offer + your property finder attends viewings (unlimited). Ideal if you're not on site, or if you can't free yourself up at 3 PM on a Tuesday. Agencies set viewing times, and we have no control over the slots offered.
    The price includes a €390 launch fee payable at the start, with the balance due upon successful signing of the lease.
  • VIP: €1,750,includes the Premium offer + your property finder conducts the inventory check. This is a turnkey offer if you don't want to manage your search or if you're not on site.
    The price includes a €390 launch fee payable at the start, with the balance due upon successful signing of the lease.

Our rates for purchase search:

  • Standard mandate: 3.5% of the purchase price + 20% of the negotiated amount. A minimum of €9,900.
  • Exclusive mandate: 2.5% of the purchase price + 20% of the negotiated amount. A minimum of €7,900.
  • Buying new build: 0%, fees are waived as we are compensated by the developer you choose.

Our rates for investment property search:

Our fee is 4%, with a minimum of €7,900.

Here is the Our Rates page for more details.

How to rent a property in France from abroad?

To rent a property in France while living abroad, it is essential to prepare your file well. Les French Source Income Or Foreigners Must Be Justified, As Well As Your Tax residence. Homeowners often ask for guarantees such as a Employment contract stable or a guarantor based in France. The choice of Type of rental (for example, Empty location gold Furnished Rental) will also have an impact on your file.
If you are not French, you can rent a property in France but it can be more difficult, here is a complete article on the subject.

What types of properties are available for rent for an expatriate?

As an expatriate, you can opt for various Rental types, like a Empty location Or a Furnished Rental. One Furnished Rental Offers more flexibility, especially for temporary stays, while a Empty location is ideal for those looking for a more stable residence. These choices also have implications for the Renter status And the Tax regime applicable.

What documents do I need to provide to rent a property in France?

For Put on rent A property in France to an expatriate, owners generally ask:

  • A Copy of Your Employment contract,
  • A Proof of Your Tax residence,
  • Proofs of your French Source Income or foreigners,
  • A guarantor's certificate (often required if your income is foreign).

These documents are required to secure the Leasing and guarantee that your application will be accepted.

Do the guarantees requested differ for expatriates?

Yes, the guarantees for expatriates may be more stringent. Landlords often seek additional guarantees for renters living abroad. This includes a guarantor based in France, a higher bond, or solid evidence of Rental Income stable. These criteria are particularly important for Non-professional furnished rentals gold Empty Rentals.

How do you get a home loan while being a non-resident?

Get a Real estate credit Being a Non-Resident Is Possible Thanks to Some French Banks Specialists who agree to finance expatriates or foreigners Investing in France. You will need to provide supporting documents such as a Employment contract, information about your Country of residence, and your latest reviews ofIncome Tax. A good case is essential to convince a Bank That Accepts To Finance Your Purchase, Taking Into Account the Various Tax regimes And the rules specific toEuropean Union, if applicable.

What are the administrative procedures for investing in France from abroad?

Investing inFrench Real Estate requires compliance with very specific procedures. You Will Have to Sign a Compromise or an Act Authentic for sale, check the conformity of the Contract local, and possibly call on a notary. If you are planning to rent, find out about the rules of Furnished Rental And the tax implications in your Country of residence. These steps are essential to secure your Real Estate Project.

What are the tax advantages for expatriates wishing to invest in French real estate?

Expatriates or foreigners Wishing to invest In theFrench Real Estate Can Take Advantage of Different Tax regimes. For example, in the case of a rental investment such as a Furnished Rental, it is possible to benefit from specific devices to reduce your Income Tax. Tax particularities also depend on your Country of residence and bilateral agreements with France. Hiring an expert will help you maximize your benefits while respecting the rules.

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