Côte d’Azur: Key Real Estate Trends at Mid-Year 2025

The real estate market on the Côte d’Azur has proven both resilient and diverse in the first half of 2025. While some urban and coastal areas at the national level show signs of a slowdown, our region continues to attract a discerning French and international clientele in search of quality of life, heritage, and investment opportunities.

Price Trends: Moderate but Steady Growth

Nice has recorded an average price increase of around +5 to +6% year-over-year, driven by up-and-coming neighborhoods such as Le Port, Riquier, and Libération, as well as the high-end segment (Carré d’Or, Cimiez, Mont-Boron), which remains in strong demand.

In Cannes, the trend is more moderate (+2 to +3%), but extremely stable, particularly in iconic areas like La Croisette, Palm Beach, and La Californie. These neighborhoods maintain an upward trend supported by steady foreign demand.

Antibes surprises with an average increase of +3.8%, driven by its historic center, ramparts, and coastal zones that are highly sought after by buyers looking for a vibrant and heritage-rich Mediterranean setting.

In Saint-Raphaël, price growth remains more contained (between +1.4% and +4.9%), but the market is holding strong—especially in residential areas like Valescure, Agay, and Le Trayas, which attract buyers with their preserved natural surroundings and tranquility.

Transaction Volume: Stability With Positive Signals

While decreasing purchasing power has slowed the real estate market in many parts of France, the Alpes-Maritimes and Eastern Var regions show notable resilience. The number of transactions has remained generally stable, with even a rebound in sales in certain revitalized neighborhoods in Nice and Antibes.

In Cannes and Saint-Raphaël, property quality outweighs quantity, with an increasing share of sales in the secondary residence and luxury segments.

Which Areas Are Standing Out?

• In Nice, up-and-coming neighborhoods like Saint-Roch, Riquier, and Libération present interesting opportunities for investors seeking future value.
• In Cannes, the “Banane” area (between the train station and La Croisette) remains highly desirable with strong seasonal rental potential.
• In Antibes, Old Town (Vieil Antibes) and the port area continue to attract buyers drawn to their charm and convenience.
• In Saint-Raphaël, seafront areas and secure residences near golf courses or the Esterel mountains retain their full appeal.

Conclusion

Despite a cautious national context (even though the number of transactions in France has significantly increased this year compared to 2024), the Côte d’Azur real estate market continues to offer reassuring prospects, especially for buyers seeking well-located properties.

Over the long term, prime locations consistently gain value, even if there are year-to-year fluctuations.

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