LOCATION HOTSPOT
The Promenade des Anglais and beach at Nice
Bay of angels A
t the heart of the ever-desirable French Riviera, on the Baie des
Anges, Nice is a city full of colour, culture and charm. The cosmopolitan Côte d’Azur capital is home to a vibrant mix of nationalities and has long been a magnet for property buyers from all over the world seeking a permanent or holiday home with that irresistable mix of city and seaside living. Naturally, this comes at a
price with average property values in Nice being €5,300/ m2
(houses) and €4,540/m2
(apartments). However, this compares favourably with other Med hotspots such as St-Tropez (€17,920/m2
, €9,670/m2 , €10,930/m2 ),
St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (€23,130/ m2
) and close
neighbour Villefranche-sur- Mer (€12,000/m2
, €7,260/m2 ).
In Nice, you can fi nd a bijoux bolthole for under €200,000. The city off ers a diverse range
of properties and quartiers, each with its own unique character, whether you’re seeking urban buzz, a peaceful
€299,000, Old Town: For sale fully furnished, one-bedroom apartment in a typical Nice building on a quiet street with art galleries (Bluesky Immobilier)
78 FRENCH PROPERTY NEWS: September/October 2023
€635,000, Promenade des Anglais: Stylishly renovated two-bedroom apartment with panoramic sea views from the living room and balcony (Leggett France)
€799,000, Mont Boron: Luxury two-bedroom apartment with a terrace of nearly 15m2
and a
panoramic view of the Baie des Anges (Home Hunts)
On the market
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residential area or sea views. Just west of the port, the old town, Vieux Nice or Vieille Ville, is a maze of narrow streets and colorful facades, known for its bustling markets, chic boutiques and plethora of bars and restaurants. Choose from a characterful apartment in a centuries-old building or a modern loft. Also in central Nice, the
Carré d’Or district has elegant buildings, upmarket shops and spacious properties with high-end fi nishes. The
A home in the Riviera capital Nice off ers access to vibrant city living, Mediterranean beaches and sunny summers, writes Karen Tait
prestigious neighbourhood of Cimiez is known for its Belle Époque mansions and beautiful gardens, with properties ranging from grand villas with large gardens to stylish apartments in old buildings. Another popular spot
is hillside Mont Boron, overlooking the Bay of Angels. Here you’ll fi nd tranquil streets, lush greenery, luxurious villas and gated communities. On the western edge of Nice, Fabron also off ers beautiful hillside views, with a mix of modern
apartments and charming villas. Head towards the beach and you can’t miss the Promenade des Anglais, with its exclusive seafront properties off ering breathtaking views and direct access to the beach. If your budget is tight, have
a look in the more aff ordable districts of Libération, St-Roch, St-Antoine, Pasteur and St- Augustin. But wherever you choose, you’ll have access to all the city off ers, including its international airport with regular UK fl ights. ■
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