La Saône Pour Horizon

A CHARACTER APARTMENT IN LYON FACING FOURVIÈRE

On the third floor of an 18th-century former mansion, this 120 m² apartment is set within one of Lyon’s iconic settings. From the Quai de Tilsitt, the view extends over the Saône River and Fourvière. Inside, original parquet flooring, French-style ceilings, wood paneling, moldings, and a fireplace give the space a strong presence. The 45 m² living room is the centerpiece. An en-suite bedroom, a separate kitchen, a cellar, an elevator, and a closed garage complete this address in the heart of Lyon.

THE APARTMENT IN ITS HERITAGE

The building, constructed at the end of the 18th century, still carries the architectural codes of that era. The apartment retains a particularly strong expression of this: original parquet floors, French ceilings, exposed beams, cornices, moldings, wood paneling, antique doors, and a fireplace create an interior where heritage truly shapes the spaces. With its 45 m², the living room sets the scale of the apartment. Its ceiling height and west-facing exposure enhance the room’s spaciousness and naturally designate it as a reception area. The layout currently favors large volumes with a bedroom featuring a private bathroom and a separate kitchen. This arrangement suits an apartment designed both for living and entertaining.

THE SAÔNE AND FOURVIÈRE IN PERSPECTIVE

Here, the location fully contributes to the property’s character. The apartment is situated downtown, on the banks of the Saône, with a direct view of the river and Fourvière. This perspective establishes an immediate connection with Lyon and its most recognizable landscapes. Shops and schools are nearby, the TGV train station is about ten minutes away, and Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport is reachable in around thirty minutes. This central location allows for city living on foot while maintaining quick connections outside Lyon.

VALUABLE ASSETS IN THE CITY CENTER

In addition to the architecture and location, two highly sought-after features in Lyon’s historic buildings are included: an elevator and a closed garage. The garage is independent and motorized. A cellar also completes the apartment. Together, these elements form the strengths of this property: a prime address in the heart of Lyon, an apartment marked by its architecture, an open view of the Saône and Fourvière, and daily comfort suited to city center living.

THE ADVISOR’S PERSPECTIVE

What struck me immediately here is the dialogue between the apartment and Lyon. Inside, the parquet floors, wood paneling, French ceilings, and height give the rooms a true presence. From the windows, the Saône and Fourvière instantly place the location within the city. And then there is the garage and the elevator, two features that really matter at this address. It is this combination of heritage, view, and daily life that makes this apartment particularly interesting.

Philippe Sestier

Co-ownership of 26 lots - including 1 residential lot. (No ongoing legal proceedings).

Annual charges: 3,475.00 euros.

Philippe SESTIER (EI) Commercial Agent - RSAC Number: - DOLE.
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