Prematurely dead at the age of 39 in 1978, the famous French singer Claude François notably lived in a large apartment located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, which was today for sale.
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IN BRIEF
- Claude François, born on February 1, 1939 in Ismailia in Egypt, was expelled to France after the nationalization of the Suez Canal.
- He died of electrocution in 1978 at the age of 39, and his last apartment in Paris is now on sale for 950,000 euros.
- Discover how this iconic apartment was transformed while preserving the musical icon's legacy.
A legendary icon of the French music scene, Claude François was born on Ismailia's side in Egypt on February 1, 1939. After spending his childhood in this city located in the North-East of the country. The future musician returned to France when his family was expelled from Egypt following the nationalization of the Suez Canal. He would later embark on an extremely prolific career as a singer.
Unfortunately, Claude François tragically passed away at the age of 39 in 1978. He was actually electrocuted while trying to readjust a wall light while taking a shower. His sudden death plunged his many fans into immense dismay. During his life, the singer notably lived in a large apartment located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This apartment was also recently put back on the market.
200% Deposit Bonus up to €3,000 180% First Deposit Bonus up to $20,000Claude François: his last apartment was modified after his death in 1978
“The former apartment of Claude François in a building from the 60s. Located on the top floors of a building from 1961. This penthouse, the last residence of the famous variety singer, has an exceptional view of Paris. The site has been made emblematic thanks to the celebrity from its former owner“, indicated the real estate agency that is managing the sale of this apartment.
“The penthouse is in fact the last residence of Claude François. International icon of French song. And pioneer of pop culture in France. However, the place was modified after his death in 1978 (kitchen and bathroom were moved). The current layout rethinks the distribution of spaces to optimize circulation. And allow light to spread completely throughout the volume “, also added the real estate agency.
The Ultimate The singer's residence has been put up for sale for the modest sum of 950,000 euros
“The apartment is a pleasant place to live, open to the Parisian panorama. The apartment is located at the top of a building with a modern and sober architecture. Identifiable by its vertical windows and a minimalist colonnade. On the facade, this investment building is designed according to a regular geometric grid with strip windows“, it is also specified in the advertisement, which displays a sale price of 950,000 euros.
“The post-and-beam structure that opens up the interior spaces allows great freedom of arrangement. The care taken finishes, such as the stone veneer and the columns that punctuate the first floor, are characteristic of luxury buildings built in the 1960s. On the facade of the building, a plaque is engraved in tribute to the late singer“, the real estate agency finally concluded.