A third-floor Parisian apartment with a 100m² floor area, nestled in a prestigious
17th-century townhouse in the French capital’s 1st arrondissement
17th-century townhouse in the French capital’s 1st arrondissement
Paris,
PARIS
paris
75001
FR
Location
The central market hall of Paris – ‘Les Halles’ – once stood in the heart of the French capital, near the famous street Rue de Rivoli, the towering vestige Tour Saint-Jacques and the majestic Louvre Palace. The 19th-century novelist Émile Zola nicknamed this vibrant market hall ‘the Belly of Paris’. This spot had actually been a marketplace since the Middle Ages. By the 19th century, it had become a bustling hub of fishmongers, weavers, cobblers and market gardeners beneath a structure of iron-and-glass pavilions designed by the architect Victor Baltard. Indeed, it was the beating heart of trade in Paris. Both modest and upper-class families would cross paths here. And owners of restaurants and bistros would get their fresh supplies here at all times, whether at day or night. Today, this central district is half-pedestrianised. It has kept its joyful, lively ambience. In this area of the city, you now find countless chic boutiques, a renowned department store – La Samaritaine – and the art centre Bourse de Commerce Pinault Collection. Europe’s largest underground rail station – Châtelet Les Halles – is also a stone’s throw from the property. From this transport hub, you can get all around Paris in just a few minutes and to the city’s suburbs and train stations. You can also reach the capital’s airports from here easily. Specialist food shops, bars and restaurants in the neighbourhood keep up the epicurean tradition of this highly sought-after district.
Description
The townhouse was built in the mid-17th century for the tutor of the future King Louis XIV of France. This tutor was close to Cardinal Mazarin, the chief minister. The tutor’s flexible character appealed to the cardinal and to the Queen Regent. He was in charge of teaching the young Louis, the future Sun King. The built sections of this fine edifice bridge three different streets, forming today’s largest 17th-century Parisian complex to be privately inhabited by individuals. Its majestic facade of beige ashlar with a yellow tint is characteristic of Lutetian limestone. Once you have stepped through the recently restored carriage entrance door, you find yourself in the main courtyard. There, a remarkable staircase features a finely crafted wrought-iron balustrade with a number ‘5’ incorporated into its design. The fashion designer Coco Chanel loved the beauty of this design. The apartment lies up on the third floor. When you enter the apartment, you step straight into a reception room with a floor area of around 61m². This space could easily be divided up. Two windows look down at the main courtyard. The extensive room is a triple-aspect space that faces west, east and south. A Renaissance fireplace blends well with exposed joists, giving the room historical charm. The kitchen is fitted with contemporary furniture units. It lies slightly lower down from the lounge. A window fills it with natural light. There are two bedrooms. One currently serves as a walk-in wardrobe. These bedrooms lie either side of a bathroom. The first bedroom looks westwards out over the main courtyard. The second bedroom looks out over another court, on the east side. The apartment is heated with a boiler that uses mains gas.
Our opinion
This elegant apartment is a rare gem. It lies in one of the French capital’s oldest districts, which dates back to the antique city of Lutetia. Yet today, this neighbourhood is one of the most modern spots in Paris. The splendid dwelling is nestled in a highly sought-after area, between the famous streets Rue de Rivoli and Rue Saint-Honoré in the city’s beating heart. However, it is conveniently set back from urban bustle. The majestic River Seine is just a stone’s throw away, so you can easily enjoy riverside strolls. This unique property is waiting to be discovered and refreshed. Its main asset is the history that its old stone blocks recall. These stones were masterfully put together to form one of the most sumptuous Parisian townhouses north of the River Seine, a listed historical monument since 1984. This triple-aspect apartment bathed in natural light offers an adaptable layout in a calm location.
1 400 000 €
Fees at the Vendor’s expense
Reference 741900
| Total floor area | 100 m2 |
| Number of rooms | 3 |
| Reception area | 61 m2 |
| Number of bedrooms | 2 |
| Possible number of bedrooms | 3 |
| Surface Cellar | 6 m2 |
| Number of lots | 51 |
| Annual average amount of the proportionate share of expenses | 3580 € |
Aucune procédure en cours menée sur le fondement des articles 29-1 A et 29-1 de la loi n°65-557 du 10 juillet 1965 et de l’article L.615-6 du CCH
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NB: The above information is not only the result of our visit to the property; it is also based on information provided by the current owner. It is by no means comprehensive or strictly accurate especially where surface areas and construction dates are concerned. We cannot, therefore, be held liable for any misrepresentation.
