Where to buy Cote d'Azur villa properties

This region can be expensive to buy property - but there are some good deals to be snapped up if you're looking at apartments and villas to buy on the Cote d'Azur. Try property searches in these areas:

• Mandelieu and nearby Théoule sur Mer
• La Bocca and Croisette in Cannes
• Valbonne and Biot areas in Antibes' hinterland
• Nice districts, Mount Boron, Old Port and Parc St Martin plus nearby Carros, Gattières and Contes
• Nice environs, Le Broc and, Gilette in Arriere Pays
• Mougins and surrounding areas including Mouans Sartoux
• townhouses in St Paul de Vence and nearby St Jeannet plus
• some opportunities for renovation in and around Gars.

Some properties are of classic, Provençal character with terracotta floor tiles and some are architect designed. Many have spectacular views of the surrounding Mediterranean countryside.

What about Valbonne or Biot villas or apartments?

Valbonne, mentioned above, is a quaint, in-demand Provençal village. Surrounded by pine and holm oak woodlands and olive trees, it has over 11,000 residents.

Nearby Biot, a charming village of over 7,000 residents, has some good deals and offers a peaceful but interesting location. Currently, there are 2 bedroom, heated apartments with pool, gym facilities and parking for under €500,000. Biot is 12 kms away from Antibes and Nice airport is just 22 kms away.

If you would like more information, look at the Discover Côte d'Azur website.

Increases ahead in French property building

Take heart too, if you're looking for new build villa properties in France. This country is experiencing solid growth in the property market, driven by both local and overseas investor demands. In fact, it's estimated that up to 500,000 properties will be built each year for the next ten years. Boosted by a new presidency - the French property market offers healthy prospects for foreign investors.

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