Attractive Haussmann-style apartment in an exceptional building in the city center

Rebuilt after the war, thanks to the creative genius of Auguste Perret and his innovative approach to reinforced concrete, the city of Le Havre nevertheless conceals, amidst this architectural modernity, a few beautiful exceptions within sumptuous old buildings that were miraculously spared.

This superb 152 sq m (1,648 sq ft) Carrez law apartment, on the second floor of one of the city’s most beautiful buildings, is an excellent example, and it’s no coincidence that it recently served as a film set!
At the foot of the remarkable façade, designed by an inspired architect from the beginning of the last century, an imposing wooden door opens onto a spacious entrance hall, discreetly leading to a pleasant south-facing courtyard with a garden and a valuable bicycle storage room, strictly reserved for the co-owners.

A comfortable staircase, punctuated by scrolled balusters, leads easily to the apartment.

From the moment you enter, the Haussmannian style is immediately apparent. The high ceilings, adorned with moldings and rosettes, combine with the beauty of the antique parquet floors and marble fireplaces to create a refined, bourgeois ambiance, so characteristic of this type of apartment, far removed from the contemporary standards of the city.
The undeniable charm of the place is evident from the very first rooms.

On one side, an inviting living room benefits from abundant natural light streaming in through tall French doors opening onto a narrow, continuous balcony, offering complete privacy.

The same is true for the adjoining study, which can easily be converted into a bedroom or library, depending on individual needs.

On the other side, the dining room boasts the unique feature of its bay window, generously diffusing every last bit of sunlight.
As for the 14-square-meter kitchen, it offers ample space and remains independent while maintaining direct access to the dining room. Further down a long corridor are two large bedrooms, 19 and 15 square meters respectively, insulated from all noise and benefiting from the tranquility of the garden and courtyard. Each has its own shower room with a window opening to the outside.

The separate toilet is both discreet and functional, located behind a door in the corridor.

But the apartment’s additional advantage lies in its useful extra spaces. Indeed, it includes a 9.50 square meter (13 square meters of floor space) maid’s room, which could be cleverly renovated and transformed into a charming, intimate retreat. Located in the attic on the 5th floor and accessible from the apartment via the service staircase, it offers the potential for independence and privacy. Furthermore, with two basement cellars measuring 11 and 8.5 square meters, storage space is absolutely plentiful.

If needed, nearby parking spaces are always available for rent or by subscription (a few hundred euros per year).

Just steps from the City Hall gardens and the Espace Coty shopping center, and a 15-minute walk from the beach and train station, this apartment has all the qualities necessary to satisfy city dwellers seeking exclusivity and refinement, while enjoying immediate walking access to the many activities and services of this coastal city.

Number of units: 40, including 12 residential units
Condominium fees: €1,636/year
Ongoing legal proceedings: No

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: www.georisques.gouv.fr

ENERGY RATING: D / CLIMATE RATING: D
Estimated average annual energy costs for standard use, based on energy prices for 2021, 2022, and 2023: between €3,060 and €4,180