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House with garden and terrace Sotteville-les-rouen (76)

Located in Sotteville-lès-Rouen, just a few minutes from the historic centre of Rouen, within immediate proximity of the Jardin des Plantes and benefiting from quick access to the main motorway network, this remarkable character property stands on beautifully landscaped grounds of 875 sqm. Built in 1937 by Mr Coutisson and extended in 1960 in keeping with its original architecture, this elegant Anglo-Norman residence offers approximately 177 sqm of living space. It is distinguished by the authenticity of its features, the quality of its generous proportions and its warm atmosphere steeped in history. From the moment you enter, the charm is undeniable. The bright living room is enhanced by magnificent sash windows, a signature feature of the Anglo-Norman style, and flows harmoniously into a fully fitted and equipped kitchen. A hallway leads to a utility room and a separate WC with hand basin. Beyond, the lounge reveals the true soul of the house, centred around its magnificent original fireplace. The first floor comprises a study, a bedroom, a shower room, a separate WC, and a principal suite complete with its own dressing room and private bathroom. On the second floor, a spacious character bedroom occupies what was once a projection room. A true living space in its own right, it retains the hallmarks of its history, featuring its original fireplace, built-in storage and bespoke library. Outside, the property fully reveals its potential through its numerous outbuildings. An annex houses a workshop, a laundry room and a double enclosed garage. A second independent house of approximately 80 sqm completes the property. It comprises an entrance hall, a kitchen, a dining room, a living room, a bedroom with shower room, and, upstairs, a second bedroom with a bathroom area and a bathroom requiring renovation. This additional accommodation is ideal for welcoming family and friends, running a professional activity, or creating an independent guest house. The carefully landscaped garden forms a true green sanctuary. It features a pond populated with koi carp and benefits from an 8,000-litre rainwater harvesting tank. Rare on the market, this property elegantly combines the architectural charm of the 1930s with generous living spaces, numerous ancillary buildings and a privileged location on the doorstep of Rouen. ENERGY RATING F / CLIMATE RATING: F Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on 2021 energy prices: between euros5,740 and euros7,820 per year. Information regarding the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: [www.georisques.gouv.fr] EI Marie Sigaudy Commercial Agent ? RSAC No. 480 786 615 Contact: +33 (0)6 18 92 85 49

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$752,100
250
6bedrooms
land 875

By Espaces Atypiques Rouen

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House with garden Rouen (76)

In Normandy, in the Seine-Maritime department, Rouen Sotheby's International Realty offers for sale and exclusively this house with the spirit of a Hôtel Particulier. Located in the Préfecture district, near the Law Faculty and the landscaped banks of Rouen, the house offers a living area of over 220 m² spread over three levels. The interior, fully renovated and redecorated by the current owners, consists on the ground floor of a beautiful entrance, a cloakroom/laundry room, a double living room that forms a lounge and dining room, and a large kitchen space with access to the garden. On the first floor, you will find a spacious upstairs lounge (home cinema), an office, separate toilets, a master suite with a bathroom and dressing room, as well as a second bedroom with a bathroom. The second floor offers three attic bedrooms and a shower room with toilets. Outside, a walled garden and a garage for two cars complete the property. Some additional work will be required. An ideal family home, just steps away from all the amenities of the neighborhood!This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$1,037,200
222
5bedrooms
3bathrooms
land 332

By Rouen - Sotheby's International Realty

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House with terrace Rouen (76)

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$924,800
191
5bedrooms
2bathrooms
land 275

By Kretz & Partners

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House with pool and terrace Rouen (76)

Delafosse & Associée offers for sale a charming house of 236 m² (255 m² on the ground) located 100m from the train station and schools. You will enjoy a beautiful entrance with a wardrobe, a spacious living room with an open equipped kitchen, all totaling 66 m², leading to a lovely terrace with a small pool. The night area consists of six large bedrooms, including two on the ground floor / an office / four bathrooms & a dressing room. The property is complemented by a basement / laundry room / wine cellar & parking for 3 cars within the house grounds. Seller's fees apply.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$996,600
236
2bathrooms
land 322

By Delafosse & Associee

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Villa with terrace Rouen (76)

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

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$869,200
153
4bedrooms
land 413

By Agences Privees

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House with pool and terrace Rouen (76)

In Normandy, in the heart of the Seine-Maritime department, the Rouen Sotheby's International Realty agency offers you this elegant bourgeois house ideally located just steps from the city center of Rouen.Nestled in the lower part of the 'Saint-Maur' district, close to the train station and all amenities, this property features more than 236 m² of living space. It is spread over three levels and benefits from a contemporary extension, thoughtfully designed by its current owners.From the entrance, the contemporary part reveals beautiful volumes and a smooth flow: an entrance hall with integrated storage, a bathroom with toilet, as well as a spacious living area bathed in light that includes a living room and dining room, opening onto a pleasant terrace. A large fitted and open kitchen completes this friendly space.This level also hosts a refined parental area, consisting of a bedroom, a dressing room, and an en-suite bathroom with toilet.The older part retains all its charm and offers on its ground floor two bedrooms, one of which is currently set up as a gym.On the first floor, a landing leads to two bedrooms and a shower room with toilet. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms as well as a shower room with toilet.The garden level includes a laundry room with direct access to the outside, as well as a cellar space comprising a storage room, a wine cellar, and a games room.Outside, the property has, on the East side, a walled parking area that can accommodate three vehicles. On the West side, a beautiful wooden terrace, enhanced by a basin, invites relaxation in an intimate and privileged setting.A family home par excellence, ideally located near educational institutions, this property harmoniously combines the charm of the old with the comfort of contemporary amenities, offering a rare and sought-after living environment.

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$996,600
236
6bedrooms
2bathrooms

By Rouen - Sotheby's International Realty

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House Rouen (76)

DELAFOSSE & Associée offers for sale a property of approximately 287 m², ideally located just steps from the Rouen train station within walking distance. The house features an entrance leading to a vast reception area comprising a double living room, a dining room, and a large kitchen. The entire space opens onto a terrace and a southwest-facing garden. The night area consists of 5 bedrooms, 1 office, 3 bathrooms, and 1 dressing room. In addition, there is an independent studio with a bedroom and kitchenette, perfect for friends or an au pair. There are also 2 cellars, 1 garage, and 2 parking spaces.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$1,118,300
287
6bedrooms
2bathrooms
land 457

By Delafosse & Associee

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House Rouen (76)

DELAFOSSE & ASSOCIÉE OFFERS FOR SALE A BEAUTIFUL HOME OF 260 M² COMPLETELY RENOVATED ON A GARDEN OF 490 M² WITH A NICE VIEW OF ROUEN. THE HOUSE IS LOCATED IN THE CITY CENTER, 5 MINUTES FROM THE TRAIN STATION & SCHOOLS. ENJOY AN ENTRANCE / LARGE LIVING ROOM WITH FIREPLACE / SPACIOUS DINING ROOM WITH EQUIPPED OPEN KITCHEN LEADING TO A TERRACE / LAUNDRY ROOM. 6 BEDROOMS INCLUDING 1 MASTER SUITE / OFFICE / 2 DRESSING ROOMS / 2 BATHROOMS. GAMES ROOM / BASEMENT WITH WINE CELLAR / STORAGE ROOM / OUTBUILDING. 2 PRIVATE PARKINGS. SELLER'S FEES.

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$1,153,100
258
5bedrooms
1bathroom
land 491

By Delafosse & Associee

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House with garden and terrace Rouen (76)

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

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$658,200
155
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 600

By Immoo - Propriétés De Normandie

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House with terrace Rouen (76)

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$578,300
163
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 232

By Delafosse & Associee

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House with garden Le Mesnil-Esnard (76)

Exclusive - Amfreville-la-Mi-Voie - Located a few meters from Mesnil-Esnard, 8 minutes walk from the La Providence-Nicolas Barré school and close to shops, pretty south-facing house of 137.38m2 on a wooded and tree-filled plot of 4200m2. It consists of an entrance hall, separate WC, a 30m2 reception room with fireplace, a veranda, a separate kitchen with direct access to the basement, and a master suite with shower room and dressing room. On the 1st floor, a mezzanine of 18m2 with living room and office space, a large bedroom of 18m2, a 2nd bedroom of 13m2, a bathroom and a separate WC. A full basement of 85m2 including a parking space, a large room, a spa and sauna area and a real wine cellar. Two cabins of 15m2 and 20m2 in the forest complete this rare property for sale. New gas boiler, solar electric shutters, very good DPE in 'C'. Contact Magali Bienvenu 06.61.19.56.81 - Paris Normandie Transactions 7 days a week.

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$521,500
137
3bedrooms
1bathroom
land 4,200

By Pnt.immo

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House with terrace Le Mesnil-Esnard (76)

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$695,300
156
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 482

By Le Mesnil-esnard Immobilier Groupe Strategimmo

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House with pool Bihorel (76)

Delafosse & Associée offers for sale this 250 m² house located on a 6,000 m² park in an exceptional, calm & green environment at Parc du Chapitre in Bihorel. You will enjoy a beautiful entrance with a cloakroom, a spacious living room with a fireplace, and an equipped open kitchen, all leading to a terrace. The night area consists of four bedrooms, including a large master suite on the ground floor, dressing rooms, two bathrooms, two offices & a game room. A full basement with a 2-car garage, wine cellar & outdoor pool complete this property. Seller's fees apply.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$921,300
249
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 6,000

By Delafosse & Associee

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House with garden and terrace Bihorel (76)

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$416,000
110
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 445

By Immoo - Propriétés De Normandie

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House Bihorel (76)

STRATEGiMMO invites you to discover this very charming cottage of 210 m² located in Bihorel in the park of Clos du Chapitre. This one-level home combines the charm of the old and modern comfort. It comprises on the ground floor a spacious entrance hall adorned with beautiful old tiles, a large crossing living room, a dining room, an equipped kitchen, a 13m² office, and a shower room with toilets. On the upper floor, a large mezzanine leads to 4 bedrooms including a master suite, and a bathroom. A vast cellar of more than 50m² completes this property.Located in the heart of the park of Clos du Chapitre and immediately near shops (Carrefour City), Mélies elementary school, and public transport (20), this house offers you the strengths of both the countryside and the city without compromise.The PLUS: The roof is maintained and has recently undergone re-roofing, the boiler is less than 5 years old and runs on biofuel. The window frames are double-glazed PVC, the two fireplaces are in working order, the land is suitable for a pool, there is a possibility to park several vehicles, and the kitchen is equipped. Energy performance rating D.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$747,500
210
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 5,065

By Strategimmo Sotteville Immobilier

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Property with garden Bihorel (76)

BIHOREL-HOUSE - SALE - 5 minutes from ROUEN city center - Individual brick house, featuring characterful architecture with a worked facade and Mansard roof. The ground floor includes a spacious entrance of 17m², a fitted kitchen with dining area, a 50m² living room with herringbone parquet flooring, as well as an independent office. Upstairs, a landing leads to three bedrooms, a bathroom, and a separate toilet. The second floor has three additional bedrooms, a shower room, and a toilet. The property is equipped with a heating system including a pellet stove and a heat pump. A basement houses a laundry room, boiler room, and cellar. The enclosed and landscaped garden is complemented by a terrace. There is a garage and a shed providing additional parking and storage space. SCP Magaly OMER-LEGER 74 place Gustave Flaubert - 76116 RYThis description has been automatically translated from French.

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$971,100
268
6bedrooms
land 1,325

By Scp Magaly Omer-leger

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House with terrace Rouen (76)

iad France - Izem Boujdi offers you: NEW - RARE TO SALE - LARGE HOUSE ROUEN SAINT-GERVAIS Located in the highly sought-after Saint-Gervais neighborhood, only 1 km from the Cauchoise square and benefiting from quick access to Rouen, Mont-Saint-Aignan, and Docks 76, this large family home has been renovated and offers a privileged living environment, combining modern comfort, spaciousness, and an exceptional panorama of Rouen. Built on three levels, this post-war house has been fully renovated and expanded in 2023 with high-quality materials and finishes. Bathed in light, it is charming with its wide openings, sliding patio doors, and its design that is decidedly oriented towards the outside. On the ground floor, you will discover a semi-open and dining kitchen, a spacious and bright living room leading to a panoramic terrace of 25 m², ideal for fully enjoying the view. Upstairs, the children's sleeping area consists of three bedrooms, an office, a complete shower room with a bathtub and shower, and separate WC. On the garden level, a more intimate atmosphere awaits you with a cozy room opening onto a terrace of approximately 80 m², a study-library space, a laundry-boiler room, and a spacious master suite with a bathroom and a bedroom that has a direct view of the garden. The exteriors perfectly complete this property: – a private space behind the gate allowing parking for one vehicle – a bicycle garage – a garden shed – a flat, enclosed, and wooded garden with fruit trees and lawn – two terraces designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. A true favorite, this house offers a fluid lifestyle between indoors and outdoors, ideal for a family looking for a turnkey property with no work needed. Quality features: New gas boiler – External thermal insulation – Fiber optic – Double-glazed aluminum windows Technal – Oak flooring on the ground floor and upstairs – Polished concrete on the garden level - Motorized gate Agency fees are the responsibility of the seller. Energy display information for this property: ENERGY class C index 112 and CLIMATE class C index 23. Information on the risks to which this property is exposed, including the legal obligation of clearing, is available on the Géorisques website: http://www.georisques.gouv.fr. This real estate advertisement has been drafted under the editorial responsibility of Mr. Izem Boujdi, independent real estate agent (without holding funds), commercial agent of SAS I@D France registered with the Rouen RSAC under number 834500258, holder of the real estate solicitation card on behalf of I@D France SAS.

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$807,700
189
4bedrooms
2bathrooms
land 492

By Iad France

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House with terrace Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray (76)

In Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray, Rouen Sotheby's International Realty offers for sale and exclusively this elegant bourgeois house with exceptional volumes.Just 20 minutes from the center of Rouen, discover this 293 m² bourgeois house that combines charm, comfort, and functionality.From the entrance, you will be seduced by its beautiful volumes and luminosity enhanced by a full southern exposure providing optimal sunlight throughout the day. The property benefits from an unobstructed view, enjoyable from its balconies and terrace, true relaxation spaces.Spread over three levels, the house offers an interesting layout for family living: an office, two dining rooms, a spacious living room, a kitchen, as well as six comfortable bedrooms and four bathrooms.Outside, the property features a lovely wooded garden.A complete and fitted basement completes this rare property in the area.The environment is particularly convenient, with quick access to public transport (bus, metro), schools, and amenities, including a nearby shopping center. The A13 motorway is accessible in just 5 minutes, facilitating your travels.An ideal home for lovers of space and comfort.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$614,200
293
6bedrooms
land 1,310

By Rouen - Sotheby's International Realty

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House with terrace Bihorel (76)

Located in a quiet residential area of ​​old Bihorel, this thatched roof house, with a living area of ​​176 m2, was built in the early 90s by the will of an Englishman eager to recreate the codes of the British cottage, hence the thatched roof with its ridge planted with irises and the use of exposed beams inside the house. Thanks to the through windows, one can enjoy bright rooms. With optimized spaces, the ground floor opens onto a large entrance leading, on one side, to a dining room, a living room with a fireplace, a fitted and equipped kitchen, and on the other side, a bedroom, a bathroom, and a toilet. A solid oak staircase leads to a wide gallery which also serves as a library space. It provides access to four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two toilets. Carefully maintained, the house also has a converted attic, a real hideout for children, and a complete basement with, notably, a garage for two cars, a laundry room, and a wine cellar. A terrace runs along the entire south-facing facade, overlooking a lawn bordered by flower beds, trees, and shrubs. With its five bedrooms, three bathrooms, its pleasant fully enclosed garden of 1012 m2, enhanced by a 20 m2 chalet, this house will suit a family who will find all services (school, college, high school) and shops nearby, without the need for a car. A few steps away, the 3 Pipes racecourse is an ideal playground and sports venue. Access to the Rouen SNCF train station is a 10-minute drive away (2.9 km), Le Havre is 1 hour 10 minutes away, and Paris is 2 hours away. Information about the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

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$636,200
176
5bedrooms
2bathrooms
land 1,000

By Efficity

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House with garden Mont-Saint-Aignan (76)

Rouen Sotheby's International Realty offers you, exclusively, this architect-designed property with a unique charm. Located in the heart of a green and confidential environment, in the sought-after Saint-André district, this elegant architect-designed house, built in 1972, has approximately 220 m² of living space.Designed with rigor and subtlety, it captivates with the quality of its layout, the generosity of its volumes, and its brightness. The property enjoys an unobstructed view.The reception areas, refined and bathed in light, revolve around a spacious living room that opens onto a 150 m² terrace, ideally facing southwest, inviting relaxation and conviviality.The house also offers:- an elegantly designed and perfectly functional kitchen,- four bedrooms, including a master suite with a bathroom and independent dressing room,- two additional bathrooms,- a vast office, ideal for a professional activity or a high-end remote work space.Double-glazed windows, electric roller shutters, and a wood-burning fireplace provide overall comfort and quality of life in every season.Two garages complete this rare property on the market.The house is surrounded by a magnificent landscaped garden.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$985,000
220
4bedrooms
3bathrooms
land 2,305

By Rouen - Sotheby's International Realty

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House with terrace Mont-Saint-Aignan (76)

In Normandy, at Mont-Saint-Aignan in the Bulins district, Rouen Sotheby's International Realty offers for sale a contemporary house in the heart of a sought-after area.Built on a plot of 862 m² in 2019 by Artefact, this house of approximately 190 m² features high-end amenities and a contemporary decor.The ground floor includes an entrance leading to a large living area of 43 m², an open-plan fitted kitchen, and a separate utility room. This level also features a guest toilet, a laundry room, and a night space consisting of a 14 m² bedroom, a dressing room, and a shower room. Both the living room and the bedroom provide access to a beautiful terrace of approximately 40 m² facing west.On the lower floor, a landing leads to a separate toilet, an 11 m² bedroom opening onto a second terrace, a shower room, an 8 m² gym that can serve as a bedroom, a storage room, a boiler room, and a large office of 18 m² also leading to the terrace.Outside, the house enjoys an unobstructed view and is set on a terraced garden that can accommodate a pool. A parking space as well as an external cellar complete the property.Contemporary and compact, in a residential living environment, this property combines modernity and quality of amenities.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$1,156,600
190
2bedrooms
land 2,621

By Rouen - Sotheby's International Realty

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House with pool and terrace Mont-Saint-Aignan (76)

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

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$973,500
255
5bedrooms
1bathroom
land 1,650

By Delafosse & Associee

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House with garden and terrace Bois-Guillaume (76)

Located in the highly sought-after hills of Bois-Guillaume, in the heart of the exclusive Mont-Fortin neighborhood, this 1980s architectural gem has undergone a complete renovation, seamlessly blending the clean lines of its original design with decidedly contemporary comfort. This characterful house offers 253 sq m of living space, cleverly divided into three separate units. Its unique structure provides exceptional flexibility: a primary residence, a multi-generational project, or a high-end rental investment. Currently divided into three apartments that can be combined, this villa comprises: a 127 sq m duplex on the ground floor with a large, bright living room thanks to its numerous windows and 5-meter-high cathedral ceiling. This room features a fireplace on the living room side and a barbecue on the terrace side, as well as ample custom-built storage. An open-plan fitted and equipped kitchen completes this living space. On the same level, a sleeping area includes a bedroom, a bathroom, and a separate toilet. Upstairs, a pleasant open-plan landing overlooks the living room and is currently used as an office and bedroom with an en-suite shower room and toilet. Two garden-level apartments, measuring 52 and 45 square meters respectively, offer a peaceful retreat and complete this property. Each apartment comprises a fitted and equipped kitchen opening onto a living/dining room with access to a wooden terrace and garden, a bedroom with an en-suite shower room, and a separate toilet. Each apartment boasts a distinctive architectural style, far removed from conventional designs. An additional 10-square-meter fully equipped laundry room is also available. The house also features an 882m² landscaped and fenced garden with views, three garages, several parking spaces, a cellar/workshop, and a woodshed. This villa is a perfect hybrid property, combining a refined lifestyle with strategic investment in one of the most desirable areas of the Rouen metropolitan region. Energy rating: C / Climate rating: B Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023: euros2,860 and euros3,930 Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr E.I.: Coralie Desprez Sales agent registered with the RSAC under number 827 578 733 Contact: +33 6 24 49 52 59

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$1,274,800
253
4bedrooms
1bathroom
land 882

By Espaces Atypiques Rouen

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House Bois-Guillaume (76)

100 km from Paris, near Rouen, in the Pays de Caux, a village house of 300 m² and its land of over 2,500 m². At the end of the village road, the imposing property, raised over three levels with a basement, is bordered by a terrace where a small wooden arbor is situated. Two outbuildings for storing mowing tools and parking a vehicle are located nearby. A strip of land separates the dwelling from the road. The other part of the land, enclosed by hedges, leads to an orchard. A pond is reserved for the use of firefighters and cannot be filled in.This description has been automatically translated from French.

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$578,300
300
6bedrooms
land 2,285

By Patrice Besse

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House with garden Bois-Guillaume (76)

The advertiser did not provide an english description for this listing.

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$520,300
145
4bedrooms
land 652

By Axia Immobilier

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Luxury Houses and Villas in Sotteville-lès-Rouen?

The market for luxury houses and villas in Sotteville-lès-Rouen, in Seine-Maritime, is of particular interest to buyers seeking exceptional properties. The town, with its 29,003 inhabitants and a population density of 3898.25 inhabitants/km², offers a dynamic living environment. It benefits from its proximity to sought-after neighboring towns such as Rouen, which attracts numerous real estate investors. Local dynamism translates into sustained demand for prestigious houses and luxury villas.

What is the price of luxury real estate in Sotteville-lès-Rouen?

Regarding luxury real estate in Sotteville-lès-Rouen, prices are undergoing a notable evolution. An upward trend is observed between 2025 and 2026, with the price per square meter increasing from €2884.16 in 2025 to €3062.89 in 2026. This increase represents a rise of approximately 6.20% over one year. Over a longer period, the price per square meter has gone from €2677.62 in 2021 to €3062.89 in 2026, demonstrating a constant and significant market appreciation for luxury homes and charming houses during this period.

What are the most sought-after districts in Sotteville-lès-Rouen?

Sotteville-lès-Rouen is divided into 14 distinct districts, each offering its own characteristics. Although specific data on the most sought-after districts for purchasing luxury houses or exceptional homes is not detailed, it is common for properties offering a more peaceful setting, easy access to amenities, and distinguished architecture to generate the most interest. The appeal for prestigious houses generally concentrates in areas offering a balance between tranquility and proximity to points of interest.