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    Renovated Character Village House with Garden, Garage & 4–5 Bedrooms in the Minervois

    Fabrezan

    Listed ~1 days agoView original listing

    Overview

    Our Analysis

    Priced at approximately €1,296/m², this property sits roughly 16% below the Fabrezan average of €1,558/m², which likely reflects its townhouse configuration and compact 100m² plot. While the interior is marketed as move-in ready, the property's inclusion within the protected perimeter of the Church of Villerouge-la-Crémade introduces significant friction for any future exterior changes. Buyers should account for the fact that even minor modifications, such as shutters or window frames, will require architecte des Bâtiments de France (ABF) approval, which can lead to increased costs and longer project timelines.

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    Price & Market

    The Property

    What the listing leaves out

    Energy Performance (DPE)

    From the listing text — not an official ADEME match.

    EnergyC
    CO₂UNKNOWN

    Source: listing textTaken from what the ad states. Verify with the seller’s official DPE document.

    Realistically required investment

    Estimated over 5–10 years

    €7,430–€24,860

    ~4–12% of property value

    Most buyers underestimate this by ~30–50%

    The Verdict

    Suited for

    Low-maintenance village living
    Remote workers needing separate office
    Large families on a budget

    Less suited for

    Privacy seekers in dense village
    Ambitious exterior home renovators
    Full-scale gardeners

    Financials

    What It Costs to Own

    Estimated monthly and upfront costs based on your buyer profile

    Upfront

    ~€81,984

    Monthly

    ~€841 /mo

    Rental potential

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    Location & Daily Life

    Location

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    Fabrezan

    Living here

    What daily life looks like in this area

    RecommendedHow much you'll rely on a car
    Village stone streets or narrow paved lanesRoad leading to the property
    5–8 minute driveNearest grocery store
    3–5 minute driveNearest pharmacy

    Being in the heart of Fabrezan means daily essentials are accessible within the commune, though parking near the property may be restricted to communal lots rather than on-site. The village is set in the rolling hills of the Minervois, making local life very seasonal with increased activity during the wine harvest.

    Nearby services

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    Soil & gardening

    Risks & Compliance

    Environmental risks

    Risks shown for the commune area. Add the exact address for parcel-level confirmation.

    Seismic zone 2 — low
    Low radon potential
    No industrial sites nearby
    No underground cavities

    Source: Géorisques, Min. Transition Écologique · View official report

    Safety & crime

    Interpreted from official police & gendarmerie records

    Local regulations

    Rules and public policies that may affect renting, resale or future use of the property.

    No items flagged in our records

    We did not find any restrictive rule for this commune in the official sources we currently hold.

    Nothing to flag

    No regulatory item requires attention based on available public data.

    FABREZAN (11)·Some items inferred from public records
    These rules can change. Always confirm with the mairie or your notary before making decisions.How we get this data

    In a nutshell

    Urban zone

    Zone U — Uv1a

    Generally buildable in principle

    Renovation constraint

    Protected perimeter

    ABF approval may be needed

    Nearby development

    No AU zones nearby

    No expansion zone found within ~800m

    What this means

    Building or extension

    Likely possible, subject to local PLU rules

    Exterior renovation

    Needs attention, visible changes may require ABF approval

    Surrounding development

    No AU development zone found nearby

    Planning layers found

    • Main zone

      Zone U · Uv1a · Urban

      Applies to parcel

    • Protected perimeter of PDA de l'ÉGLISE de VILLEROUGE-LA-CREMADE

      Applies to parcel

    • Protected woodland

      Context
    Parcel Urban zone Protected perimeter

    Renovation constraint

    A protected monument perimeter (PDA de l'ÉGLISE de VILLEROUGE-LA-CREMADE) exists in this commune. Confirm whether this specific parcel sits inside it. If it does, visible exterior changes (windows, roof, facade materials) need approval from the Architecte des Bâtiments de France (ABF), typically adding 2 to 6 months. Verify with the mairie.

    Source: Géoportail de l'Urbanisme (PLU) · View zoning map Planning data is indicative; confirm exact rules with the mairie.

    Next Steps

    Questions to ask

    1. Are the upper-floor windows single or double-glazed?
    2. Was a 'Déclaration Préalable' filed and approved by the ABF for the kitchen extension and the 2019 roof work?
    3. Is there a dedicated garage space for a vehicle, or is it street parking only?

    Documents to request

    • Title deed (titre de propriété)
    • Technical diagnostics package — DDT (DPE, amiante, plomb, termites, ERP, assainissement, électricité, gaz, bruit)
    • Land survey plan (plan cadastral)

    This report is generated from listing data and regional knowledge. It is not a substitute for a professional survey, legal review, or in-person visit.

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