Before you begin your home building project, you must first find the right building plot . Between rising prices, limited supply in some regions, and the criteria that come into play, it can quickly become difficult to navigate. It therefore deserves to be carefully considered… and well supported.

While Maisons Blanches offers a selection of building plots at attractive prices, we can also help you see things more clearly if you want to explore other avenues. This guide will help you build the house that suits you with peace of mind , on a plot of land that suits your desires and your budget.

Why start by looking for building land?

We often dream of a beautiful house before even knowing where it will be located. And yet, the land is the basis of everything. It determines the orientation of the house , its exposure to light, the nature of the soil, the connections to the networks and even the architectural possibilities. Even if you find your land in the west of France , in the east, in the north or in the south, you will have to take a close look at its characteristics before signing.

Some seemingly perfect plots of land can hide constraints: difficult slope to develop, easements, building bans… This is why you need good support , right from the research phase. For example, some models are not feasible on a sloping plot. Always contact your builder beforehand , even if you are not buying the land from them.

What type of land should I buy?

You can buy land in a subdivision or in a distributed manner:

It is marked out, connected to utilities (water, electricity, sanitation), and often surrounded by roads and landscaped driveways. It simplifies the formalities, but you must adhere to sometimes strict subdivision regulations (architectural style, materials, colors, etc.).

A plot of land in a diffused area offers more flexibility. It is not located in a subdivision and may require more checks (buildability, development, boundary marking). You will be free to build the house that suits you, while respecting the local urban planning plan (PLU) of the municipality.

Finally, know how to distinguish between building land (which can legally accommodate a house), serviced land (already connected to the networks) or building land , ready for construction but sometimes still not serviced. It’s up to you to see which one best suits your project and your budget .

Where can I find building land at the best price?

Today, there are many channels available to search for building land. Real estate experts, developers and home builders, online platforms, and even town halls are all avenues to explore.

Search directly with the manufacturers

Before you go hunting for listings, consider looking at individual home builders . Maisons Blanches works with local partners to offer land available immediately , often at attractive prices.

These are serviced plots of land , in building zones, sometimes even in subdivisions. And above all: they are compatible with the proposed house models. This avoids unpleasant surprises and makes the process easier. If you don’t find the plot of land you like in our selection, don’t panic: nothing prevents you from looking for one elsewhere, while asking the builder’s opinion before signing.

Explore real estate platforms

Online portals remain useful tools for expanding your searches. These tools allow you to sort by location , budget , size , and even filter based on land development. This is a good way to identify scattered plots of land, sometimes outside of traditional subdivisions. This can hold some nice surprises…, but requires you to remain vigilant regarding building conditions.

Consult notaries and auctions

We don’t often think about it, but notaries regularly offer land for sale . Some even organize public auctions, particularly in rural areas or on the outskirts of cities.

The prices are often attractive. The atmosphere can be a little more technical, but it’s a solution if you’re budget-conscious and enjoy hunting for bargains.

Go to town halls and local authorities

Some municipalities put communal land up for sale , often as part of development projects. This is especially true in dynamic villages, which are looking to welcome new families. Check with the town hall: they will also be able to inform you about the Local Urban Plan (PLU) , development zones or future infrastructure projects. A real mine of information!

Contact a real estate agent or developer

Real estate agents are familiar with the local landscape. They may have exclusive rights or direct contact with sellers. Land developers , on the other hand, are land development professionals: they develop serviced plots, ready to build on, often in environments designed to accommodate families. This is a more secure option, especially for first-time buyers.