Become a homeowner for one euro? If you decide to move to the Puy-de-Dôme region, this could be just what you’re looking for. In the town of Ambert, houses are being auctioned off for as little as 1 euro. It’s a practice that’s becoming increasingly widespread in Europe, and is designed to help revitalize certain neighborhoods.
A house in Auvergne for as little as one symbolic euro
For some time now, a number of European cities have been engaging in a strange practice to boost their attractiveness: auctioning off real estate for one euro. France is no exception, with the town of Ambert, a small commune of 6,500 inhabitants whose population has been steadily declining since the 1980s. It’s for this reason that the town is getting in tune with the 1 euro auctions.
In the heart of the Chazeaux district, two houses are for sale at this price. A great way to change your life, but there are often a few conditions attached. For example, buyers must agree not to turn a €1 house into a second home, and to live there for at least three years. Also, and this is the second condition, you’ll have to commit to carrying out work, which these homes often have to undergo.
That said, you can always take the plunge and decide to live in Ambert. Nestled in the heart of the Livradois-Forez regional nature park, the town’s authentic charm and peaceful quality of life are sure to win you over. Known for its artisan heritage, its famous Fourme cheese and its typical architecture, Ambert offers a balanced lifestyle between nature and local dynamism.
All that’s left is to take the plunge!