Property in the Duras region

Yes. France places no residency requirement on property ownership, so British, Dutch, Belgian and other buyers can purchase freely, whatever their nationality. Owning a home and having the right to live in France full-time are separate questions — ownership is open to everyone, while long-term residence depends on visa and residency rules. Read the guide →

On an older property — most of the stock around Duras — budget roughly 7–8% of the price for notaire fees and transfer taxes (often called 'frais de notaire'), on top of the asking price. New-build carries lower rates of about 2–3%. Agency commission is usually already included in the displayed price. Read the guide →

It is one of the better-value corners of south-west France. Habitable village houses can start under €150,000, character stone houses with land commonly run €250,000–€450,000, and larger properties with a pool or gîte potential rise from there. Renovation projects sell for much less but need a realistic works budget. Read the guide →

Yes. The listings are curated from Chrome Immobilier in Duras, and Tina — our local expert — can introduce you, arrange viewings and guide you through the purchase in English at every step, alongside an English-speaking notaire where needed. Read the guide →

You sign a compromis de vente (preliminary contract) with a 10-day cooling-off period, pay a deposit of usually 10%, then complete at the acte de vente once the notaire's checks are done. Start to keys typically takes two to three months. Read the guide →

Often, on rural homes. Many properties outside the villages run on a fosse septique (septic tank) that must meet current standards, and older stone houses may need roofing, insulation or rewiring. Factor a survey and a works budget in before you commit — it is where buyers most often under-budget. Read the guide →