4 French properties that are cheaper than a year’s rent in London

As the average London rent recently hit a record £28,756 per annum, we look at what you can buy for that budget across the channel…

Check out these bargain buys from three of the estate agents who will be showcasing more of their huge range of properties at The French Property Exhibition at Novotel London West on 28-29 January – get your free tickets now

Two houses for sale in Corrèze, €19,000

In a small hamlet within the commune of Goulles in Corrèze is this property of two attached houses that need complete renovation. It sits on a plot of a quarter of an acre and has access to both electricity and water which are currently disconnected. The houses could be connected into one dwelling or kept separate as a main dwelling and gite business setup. The stunning town of Argentat-sur-Dordogne is just a 22km drive away and offers plenty of activities and entertainment. A great project property at an attractive price.

On the market for €19,000 with Agence Newton

Central village property for sale in Manche, €28,500

What was once the village bakery, this village property has a view of the main square and could be used as commercial premises or as a dwelling – it has three bedrooms and an attic, and is connected to mains sewage and drainage.

On the market for €28,500 with ASIIMMOBILIER

Large 4-bed house in Corrèze, €29,000

This four-bedroom stone house is near a pretty village square, and it has lovely wooden floors that would look great with some tlc. The property is connected to mains drainage but there is no heating and the windows are in poor condition. It’s a large property that with some work could make a lovely family or holiday home in the Parc naturel régional de Millevaches en Limousin between Limoges and Clermont-Ferrand.

On the market for €29,000 with Agence Newton

Cute cottage for sale in Charente, €26,000

This pretty cottage is in a quiet hamlet close to the village of Saint Angeau and the town of Mansle in Charente. It has plenty of character and is ready to be moved into, offering one bedroom and a large attic that subject to permissions could be converted.

On the market for €26,000 with Beaux Villages

If you’re looking for the perfect French property, visit the French Property Exhibition in January 2023 – It is the perfect opportunity to find out more about buying your dream home, whatever stage of the buying journey you are at. Discuss your plans with the experts face to face, and browse thousands of properties for sale.