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Buying a Pied-à-Terre in Paris, Even on a Small Budget

Do you come to Paris a few weekends a month, for work, family or pleasure? A pied-à-terre saves you hotel stays and gives you a home of your own in the capital. SHOKO and her team find the right property within your budget, without you spending your days on viewings.

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Small bright apartment under the Paris rooftops with a view of neighbouring buildings

Which pied-à-terre for which budget?

  • Around €100,000: a chambre de bonne (former maid’s room) or a very small studio, often on the top floor, sometimes with shared toilets on the landing.
  • Between €150,000 and €300,000: a self-contained studio with its own shower room and kitchenette.
  • Over €300,000: a one-bedroom flat, more space, or a more central area.

The price depends mainly on the area, the floor, the lift and the condition of the property. We help you find the right balance.

What to check before you buy

  • The Carrez floor area: it must appear in the listing and the preliminary contract for co-ownership units of 8 m² or more.
  • The floor and the lift: a seventh floor without a lift feels very different depending on your age and your luggage.
  • The bathroom and toilets: private or shared, this changes comfort and resale value.
  • Co-ownership charges and any works already voted.
  • The DPE (energy rating): a property rated G can no longer be offered for rent.
  • Taxe d’habitation (local residence tax): it is still due on second homes.

What if you want to rent out your pied-à-terre?

For a standard rental, the property must meet the French decency rules, including a living area of at least 9 m². Short-term holiday rental is tightly regulated in Paris. We explain these rules before you buy, so your plans remain possible.

How SHOKO supports you

  1. We define your budget, areas and criteria together.
  2. We visit for you and send you photos and videos.
  3. We check the co-ownership documents and the diagnostic reports.
  4. We negotiate the price and support you all the way to the notaire.

Live far from Paris? Most steps can be done remotely. You only travel for the final viewings and the signing.

SHOKO hands the keys of a Paris pied-à-terre to a buyer

Fees

2.5% of the net purchase price, with a minimum of €10,000 including VAT, only if you buy. The same fees for every project, anywhere in France.

Let’s find your pied-à-terre in Paris

Tell us your budget, your favourite areas and your timing. SHOKO will reply personally.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes, usually a chambre de bonne or a very small studio, often on the top floor.

No. Most of the steps can be done remotely.

Yes, as a standard rental if it meets the decency rules. Short-term holiday rental is tightly regulated in Paris.

Notaire fees, our fees, co-ownership charges and taxe d’habitation on second homes.

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