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What are the criteria for buying a studio in Argelès-sur-Mer?
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What are the criteria for buying a studio in Argelès-sur-Mer?

13 December 2021
The beach, the Albères massif, festivals, amusement parks ... You had a wonderful holiday in Argelès-sur-Mer and you want to buy a studio there. When you start your research, you ask yourself: what should your selection criteria be? We tell you everything you need to know to find the studio in Argelès-sur-Mer that's right for you.

Determine the price of a studio in Argelès-sur-Mer

As always in a seaside resort, the price per m² is directly linked to the location in relation to the sea. Count for a studio in Argelès-sur-Mer of 20 to 30 m² between 75,000 and 100,000 euros depending on the neighborhood and the services. An acquisition that can be considered as a profitable rental investment given the tourist attractiveness of the town. It is therefore important to estimate your budget in advance in order to find the studio of your dreams in Argelès-sur-Mer.

Buy a studio in Argelès-sur-Mer: find a good location

The districts of Argelès-sur-Mer offer a great diversity of habitats, atmospheres and amenities. Choosing an address means choosing the lifestyle that suits you the most. Do you prefer proximity to the beach? Direct your research in the Racou or Argelès Plage districts. Do you dream of boats? The port is open to you! Do you like calm? Head to Argelès Village!

Consider the loads and work to be taken into account

When you buy your studio in Argelès-sur-Mer, you become part of the condominium that houses it. As such, you must contribute your share to the routine maintenance of it (the charges) or to the carrying out of renovation or renovation work (calls for funds). Before any decision, check the monthly amount of charges and the list and cost of work voted in the general assembly. Even if your home is not in joint ownership, it is necessary to estimate the cost of the work to be carried out if necessary: painting, floor, plumbing, electricity, boiler, insulation ...
Find out about the renovations voted by the condominium In the case of a sale in co-ownership, calls for funds for work are paid by the effective co-owner at the time of their issue. A renovation may therefore have been voted before the change of ownership and be the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

Find out about the equipment left at your disposal

A good furnished studio should allow you to live normally without having to cross the city to do laundry for example. Check the kitchen equipment, the presence of a washing machine and a refrigerator of adequate size. Empty, this studio should allow you to install this essential appliance for your comfort.

Check the accessibility of daily accommodation

What floor is the proposed studio located on? Does the building have an elevator or a simple staircase? If the problem of accessibility does not concern you yet, over the years it will not fail to arise. A foresight that will allow you to spend happy old days in your studio in Argelès-sur-Mer.

Sound insulation: an essential criterion

As everywhere, the quality of construction in Argelès-sur-Mer varies enormously from one residence to another. Pay attention to the quality of the sound insulation of the apartments. The right choice is also to be able to take advantage of a suitable place to rest.

Read the technical diagnostics file

Any real estate sale is accompanied by a technical diagnostic file. The latter, made up of compulsory diagnoses linked to the age and situation of the accommodation, provides information on its condition and that of its equipment. Read each of these regulatory diagnostics carefully before making up your mind. A useful precaution to engage serenely! Consider these 7 points to carefully choose your studio in Argelès-sur-Mer. A choice that is all the easier when you are accompanied by an expert in the local real estate market. With the Côte Vermeille agency, you're guaranteed to find the right property at the right price!
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