Property market


Lyon’s prestige property market as seen by Centralym

A market seeing extensive development, clearly on an up-swing, especially in the case of desirable addresses… In the early months of 2018, Lyon has underpinned its position as one of France’s most attractive cities. Update with Cécile de Jouffrey, manageress of the Centralym agency specializing in high-end real estate in metropolitan Lyon. Read on...



One-off residences in Paris

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Terres & Océan Immobilier

Launched in Hossegor in 2007 by Serge Pilke, the Terres & Océan agency has extended its coverage of the Basque coast as far as the southern part of Les Landes. Borne along by the region’s growing dynamism and backed by a portfolio of properties including high-end residences, Terres & Océan treated itself to an extra dose of visibility in 2016 by opening a second agency in Biarritz. Read on...



Seasonal rentals on the Côte d’Azur

Seasonal rentals on the Côte d’Azur

Between luxury hotels and digital platforms, the market for prestige seasonal rentals keeps its head above water thanks to ever more personalized services based on familiarity with micro-markets and their special features. From capes blessed by the gods to very desirable addresses, from Cannes to Saint-Tropez, our professionals describe a highly specific kind of activity. Read on...

Spotlight on Les Yvelines

Spotlight on Les Yvelines

A département in the outer suburbs of Paris in the Île-de-France, Les Yvelines plays host to small, smart towns sought after by senior executives and well-off families in search of a lovely green setting. From the flagship town of Versailles to Saint-Germain-en-Laye or Louveciennes, the property market here consists of substantial houses and high-end apartments. Read on...

Architecture de Collection : another view of real estate

Architecture de Collection : another view of real estate

Creating a dialogue between real estate and architecture… Such is the credo of this agency "outside the box" which has just successfully celebrated its 10th anniversary. Directed by Delphine Aboulker, Architecture de Collection consists of a team of architects and art historians, proposing a portfolio of remarkable properties all over France. Encounter… Read on...


Coldwell Banker : real estate at the heart of Les Charentes

Coldwell Banker : real estate at the heart of Les Charentes

In charge of three agencies located in Saintes, Royan and Gémozac, all affiliated to the worldwide Coldwell Banker network, Pauline Bruneau offers her services to a French and international clientele. Backed by a team of 16 experts/consultants, her agencies propose a wide array of properties, including very luxurious houses and large properties… Read on...

Hôtel Particulier : in all due discretion

Hôtel Particulier : in all due discretion

Located in one of Lyon’s most attractive arrondissements, the Hôtel Particulier agency directed by Martine Rivain-Courtine deals with a wealthy and demanding clientele. To meet its clients’ requirements and ensure that they remain loyal, the agency provides made-to-measure service prioritizing attentiveness, responsiveness and efficient follow-up. Read on...

Enchanting exteriors in Paris

Enchanting exteriors in Paris

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Cap d’Antibes, unique on the Riviera

Cap d’Antibes, unique on the Riviera

Boasting the lowest population density on the Côte d’Azur, this sublime cape of 3.7 km2 is one of the most highly-prized addresses in the Alpes-Maritimes. Its success, to which 1,460 year-round members of the Happy Few will testify, can lay claim to rare longevity. Read on...

THE PRESTIGIOUS ILE DE RÉ : THE LUXURY OF OLD STONE

THE PRESTIGIOUS ILE DE RÉ : THE LUXURY OF OLD STONE

Much appreciated for its peacefulness, magnificent nature and sublime residences facing the ocean, the Île de Ré draws a wealthy clientele wanting to live here permanently or acquire a holiday home. Update on this highly-prized market with Germain Tournoys, manager of the Agence Barnes Ile de Ré. Read on...

16th arrondissement north, as seen by the Agence Varenne

16th arrondissement north, as seen by the Agence Varenne

The northern part of the 16th arrondissement, the most highly-prized, is gaining in popularity and attracting a wealthy international clientele won over by the quality of its property market. This arrondissement abounding in large family apartments is also seeing a gradual return on the part of non-resident French buyers. Update with Hugues de la Morandière, co-founder of the Agence Varenne... Read on...


Prestige properties in Lyon

Prestige properties in Lyon

Strategically situated between sea and mountains, only two hours from Paris, Lyon is attracting more and more Parisians wanting to acquire smart apartments in the town’s most privileged neighbourhoods. Update on this lively market with Fleury Trollion, Management Assistant with Sotheby’s International Realty… Read on...

THE BEATING HEART OF PARIS

THE BEATING HEART OF PARIS

The charm of old stone, everything within walking distance, up-market bars, boutiques and restaurants… The capital’s first four arrondissements are ever more popular among Parisians and foreign buyers. Growing appeal which has made prices soar to over 15,000 euros per sq. metre in the most sought-after neighbourhoods. Read on...

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER, A VERY ACTIVE MARKET

VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-MER, A VERY ACTIVE MARKET

Separated from Nice by Mont-Boron, Mont-Alban and Mont-Vinaigrier, this town laid out like an amphitheatre facing the Mediterranean is only 10 km from the radiant Principality of Monaco. Rising up above its bay, this lovely town offering picture-postcard scenery wins everyone’s votes. Read on...