Londoner Buys 10-Bed Mansion in Europe for Less Than One-Bed Flat in London
A Londoner, Natasha Marie, 28, who was priced out of the UK capital, decided to buy a 10-bedroom mansion in Occitanie, France, for less than the average one-bedroom flat in London. Natasha, unable to secure a mortgage on a single income in London, opted to look at properties abroad for better value.
Natasha moved back in with her parents in Greater London to save for a deposit after realizing she couldn’t afford a one-bed flat in London. After spending summer holidays in France during her childhood, Natasha found a 10-bedroom mansion on a one-acre plot in Occitanie for a fraction of the price of a London flat.
Despite the mansion’s need for restoration, including a collapsing ceiling, black mold, and a rat infestation, Natasha sees it as a long-term project for her and her parents. She plans to make it a place where her family can retire in the future.
The decision to purchase a property in France came after Natasha realized that her dream of owning a home in London was unattainable due to mortgage qualification challenges on a single income. Moving to France and buying the mansion became a reality after multiple viewings and a leap of faith.
Natasha’s journey of transforming the mansion and making it a livable space is documented on her TikTok account, where she shares updates with her 80,000 followers. Despite the challenges, Natasha is determined to restore the mansion and create a home for her family in the picturesque region of Occitanie.