About Sextant
A bilingual team, a network of local property consultants, and twenty years spent helping people buy in France.
At your side, from the first enquiry to the final signature
By choosing Sextant Properties you are working with a team genuinely passionate about France and committed to finding the right property for you.
You are also choosing a company that stays at your side at every step — from the first enquiry through to the signature of the final deed of sale, and beyond — with help and guidance built on years of experience.
Expert knowledge of the French market
Sextant has sold thousands of properties in France over the last twenty years through our network of local property consultants and developers. That experience, and our obvious passion for France, is our greatest asset.
Every member of our bilingual, multicultural team knows the French property market thoroughly, along with the regions of France and what each one has to offer.
A strict code of practice
We are members of the SNPI, France’s leading professional body for estate agency. Its members, in France and overseas, are bound by strict rules of conduct that guarantee a high level of integrity and service.
The association’s entry qualification means you can be sure you are dealing with an expert. Choosing an SNPI member is how you know you are in safe hands.
Carefully chosen property consultants
Sextant French Properties works closely with a unique network of 100+ fully registered property consultants and developers across France, so our clients are always in the hands of the best professionals on the market.
Each local property consultant is an expert in their own region and will advise you at every step. Sextant Properties, based in the UK, acts as the intermediary between the property consultant or developer and you, from first enquiry through to completion and beyond.
20
Years selling French property
100+
Registered property consultants and developers
1,777
Properties currently listed
SNPI
Professional body member
Frequently asked questions
A quick guide to the rules, the costs and the process of buying a property in France.
What does Sextant Properties do?
Sextant Properties is a network of real estate experts specialising in French property. We help buyers find homes and investment opportunities across every region of France.
Which types of French properties can I find with Sextant?
A wide range: apartments, houses, chalets and luxury estates, from city residences to countryside retreats.
How do I start the buying process in France?
Begin by setting your budget and preferred location. Sextant then arranges viewings, advises on paperwork and guides you through the legal steps.
Are there additional costs beyond the property price?
Yes — typically notary fees and registration taxes. Agency fees are usually already included in the advertised price. Sextant provides a detailed breakdown so you can budget accurately.
Can Sextant help with mortgages or financing?
We can connect you with trusted mortgage brokers and lenders, so you find financing suited to your situation.
Does Sextant provide after-sales support?
Yes. Our local property consultants help with utility setup, property management and local administrative tasks, to make settling into your new French property as smooth as possible.