Exclusive 1 bedroom Apartment for sale with lake or river view in Ile Saint Louis, Hotel de Ville, Paris-Ile-de-France

980,000 EUR 842,800 GBP 1,058,400 USD

Reference: 247253

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Floor Size: 38 m2

Features

Lake or River Included
No Pool
Fireplace
Lake or River View
Walk to Amenities
Turnkey

Details

Rare opportunity to acquire a stylishly renovated one bedroom apartment set in a beautiful historical building, enjoying panoramic views of the River Seine from its prestigious location in Ile Saint Louis, Paris.

Situated in Paris 75004-Ile Saint Louis/Quartier Notre Dame, a few steps from the studios of renowned sculptors Camille Claudel and Auguste Rodin on the western end of Ile Saint Louis. It runs along the Seine from the northern end of Rue des Deux Ponts to the southern end of Rue Jean-du-Bellay. Most of its buildings are listed private mansions, which have been home to numerous historical figures, artists and politicians.

Quai De Bourbon was built between 1614 and 1646 under its current name. It was renamed "Quai de la Republique" in 1792 during the Revolution, and then "Quai d'Alencon". A prefectoral decree of April 27, 1814 restored its name to "Quai Bourbon".

Ideally located at number 1 Quai de Bourbon, in an historic 4-storey building dating from 1740, in a 4-unit micro-co-ownership, with only one apartment for each floor, this property is nestled on the 3rd floor, accessible via the staircase in the communal areas.

The exclusive sale of this apartment with a total floor area of 38.12m2 Loi carrez, comprising a living/dining room and fitted kitchen (19.72m2), an alcove bedroom ( 11.6m2), a bathroom with bath tub/shower fixture and WC (5.82m2), as well as a storage/dressing cupboard ( 0.98m2).

This characterful property has been completely renovated by an interior designer, who has optimised its living space by creating different living areas that are functional, private, comfortable and convivial. Every detail has been thought out, considered and structured to give this "apartment steeped in history" a "new contemporary life".

With a ceiling height of around 2.70 metres, the exposed beams have been fully restored, as have the freestone walls in the bedroom and bathroom. The fireplace has been made functional, and the entire floor surface is covered with high-quality oak parquet. Lighting has been meticulously thought out to make it not only functional but also warm and inviting.

Quite rare on the Ile Saint Louis, as most of the historic 17th century buildings are protected by the National Heritage and visible extractors on the facades are prohibited, this property is nevertheless equipped with integrated air conditioning, which has become almost essential during the summer. All windows have recently been replaced by 4 large double-glazed windows with very good soundproofing performance, including interior electric curtains to keep the apartment dark at night.

Exposed North-East, it benefits from plenty of natural light and offers splendid views of the Seine, the Pont Marie, the tree-lined Quays and the Paris skyline. The 19.72m2 living room features a living room, a dining room and a Bulthaup fitted kitchen, dedicated to conviviality, comfort and relaxation.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, oven/microwave, ceramic hob and extractor hood. A small step from the living room leads directly to the 11.6m2 bedroom, which is now private due to its alcove. This makes it possible to entertain without having to access the bedroom directly. The 5.82m2 bathroom has also been renovated, with cut-stone walls and mosaic tiling, and features a bath tub with shower attachment, a washbasin with high-quality fittings, a towel warmer and a toilet. A small window overlooking the building's courtyard provides natural ventilation and there is a hot water tank with 100-litre capacity.

There is secure access to the building via intercom, individual electric heating, common areas are well maintained and the building is connected to fibre optics. Possibility of purchasing furniture.

Quai de Bourbon is served by metro line 7, with the nearest Pont Marie station just 125 metres away, as well as by RATP bus lines 24, 67, 86 and 87.

This Parisian pied-a-terre combines elegance, comfort and functionality, and is "ready to live in, turnkey". Situated near Notre Dame, Louvre Museum, Opera Bastille, Place des Vosges, Marais District, Pompidou Centre, Museum of Natural History, Carnavalet Museum, Picasso Museum, and weekly market of the Bastille.

Saint-Louis is, with the Ile de la Cite, one of the two natural islands of the Seine present today in Paris. Its name dates from 1725 and comes from King Louis IX nicknamed Saint Louis. Legend has it that the king used to isolate himself and come to pray on the Isle of Cows which was at the time on the eastern part of the island today. It is a small jewel of architecture that perfectly embodies a certain French way of life and represents the image of the city of light.

It is a prestigious address especially with the many mansions of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Connected to the rest of Paris by six bridges, Ile Saint-Louis is nonetheless a very peaceful place, sheltered from the noise and the surrounding bustle. Behind the anonymous intercoms, reside political and media personalities. Very much, the neighbourhood even hosted President Georges Pompidou (24, Quai de Bethune). It is crossed by its main street, St. Louis Street in the Island, and we go around by the docks.

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France Property Buying Guide

1. Signing the Agreement (Compris)

On finding a property you wish to purchase you will need to negotiate the terms, price and conditions of the sale with the owner.

The next step, once you are in agreement, is to sign the preliminary contract (Compromis de Vente). This is a legal document and after ten days will be binding on both parties. Rules change frequently in France and it is best to consult with your notary about when this period starts. Generally the compris will be signed in France with the Agent.

Variants can be included in the compris, for example an Acte (clause) can be added if the name or names to go on the title deed have not been finalised. If a mortgage will be required to purchase the property, the details for this, including the name of the mortgage company, must be on the compris.

2. Paying the Deposit

Generally the deposit will be 10% of the agreed purchase price. This will normally be paid to the notaire. There are exceptions to this, if the agent holds a carte professionelle, is bonded and fully registered then you may pay them, but do not hand over the deposit to anyone else. If for some reason the purchase does not go through, for example, if you write to the notaire and the agent that you do not wish to go continue with the purchase before the contract is binding (within seven days of signing the compris), then your deposit would be repaid. This would also apply if a condition had not been met, or the mayor or S.A.F.E.R. (a government agency that has the right of first purchase on most rural property that comes onto the market in France) could oblige the purchaser to give way. If you decide after the seven days 'cooling off' period that you do not wish to complete the purchase and pull out of the sale you would lose your deposit. If however the vendor pulls out of the sale then you will receive your deposit back plus the same amount from the vendor.

3. On Completion

Generally it will take around two or three months to complete the purchase.

During this time the balance of the purchase money must be paid into the account of the notaire, this must be done well ahead of the completion date. The notaire will prepare the documents, check that the deed of sale (Acte de Vente) is in order and have the legal title ready to be signed over. It is possible to have someone sign on your behalf if you give them power of attorney. An interpreter may be of use at this point if your French is not very good and many Notaires will suggest (or insist) that an interpreter is with you.