Real Estate Consulting Cannes: La Croisette, Californie, Super Cannes

Croisette penthouses, Californie villas, Super Cannes residences: the Côte d’Azur at its finest.

Cannes epitomises five-star Mediterranean luxury: Croisette penthouses (€5 to €30M), Belle Époque villas in Californie (€8 to €25M), sea-view residences in Super Cannes (€12 to €60M), restored fishermen’s houses in Le Suquet (€1.5 to €4M). An international (50% non-resident buyers) and highly confidential market: 75% off-market for properties over €5M. Our Cannes team operates with 4 local partners (notaries, family offices, private agents).

In-depth analysis

La Croisette: Penthouses & Waterfront Apartments

Boulevard de la Croisette: 2 km of Belle Époque frontage, palaces (Carlton, Martinez, Majestic), terraces overlooking the Mediterranean.

Range: penthouses €5 to €30M, seaside apartments €2 to €8M. Very limited public supply. The Carlton and Martinez have private apartments under hotel management (rare offering).

La Californie: The Quintessence of Belle Époque Villas

Residential district on the southern heights, with panoramic sea and Esterel views. Villas from 1900-1930 (Belle Époque, Art Deco styles), sizes 350 to 1,200 m², gardens 1,200 to 5,000 m².

Range: €8 to €25M. Some signature properties over €30M (listed villas, former estates of Russian or British aristocrats).

Closed market: 6 to 9 transactions per year over €8M.

Super Cannes: Ultra-Prestige with a View

At 350 m altitude, Super Cannes is the district of ultra-discreet residences: contemporary villas, properties with helipads, restored Bauhaus architecture.

Range: €12 to €60M. Land sizes 3,000 to 12,000 m².

Buyers: Russians (pre-2022), Americans, Indians, British (post-Brexit returnees), Italian industrialists. 90% off-market.

Le Suquet & Old Port: Medieval Authenticity

Le Suquet and the Old Port are Cannes’ historic hearts: restored fishermen’s houses, bay views, medieval alleyway atmosphere.

Range: €1.5 to €4M. Target buyers: lovers of authenticity, sometimes short-term secondary residences.

Cannes La Bocca: Emerging Value

To the west, Cannes La Bocca is a district undergoing transformation: seafront revitalisation planned for 2027 ("Bocca Cabana" project), tramway in 2026, land to be developed.

Investment opportunity over 5 to 7 years: new sea-view apartments €850K to €2.2M, projected appreciation +35 to 50% by 2032.

Key neighborhoods

Cannes

La Croisette

Le Suquet

Le Vieux Port

Quai Saint-Pierre

La Californie

Super Cannes

Cannes La Bocca

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before your project

What is the average price of a Californie villa in Cannes?

Between €8 and €14M for a renovated 400-600 m² villa with a 1,500 m² garden. €18-25M for signature villas (Belle Époque architecture, panoramic sea views). Over €30M for listed villas (rare).

Is the Cannes market liquid for resale?

Highly liquid for properties between €1.5 and €5M (median time 4-6 months). More constrained above €12M (median 8-14 months, excluding May festival period). Our advice: do not plan resale before 5 years to optimise capital gains and market cycles.

Can you handle acquisitions by non-EU or non-resident buyers?

Yes. Over 50% of our Cannes transactions involve non-resident buyers (UK, US, Middle East, Switzerland, Germany). Non-EU buyers must provide enhanced source-of-funds documentation (TRACFIN), managed by our legal team.

Are there Airbnb restrictions in Cannes?

Yes, since 2024: mandatory registration, 120-day annual limit for primary residences, change-of-use authorisation required for secondary residences (compensation required in certain districts). Our team reviews each case in advance.

What are the yields on short-term rentals?

On Californie / Super Cannes villas: 4 to 7% gross (€15-25K/week in high season). On Croisette penthouses: 3-5% gross. Our dedicated Riviera concierge service manages operations.

Why buy in Cannes rather than Saint-Tropez?

Cannes is more urban, year-round linked (festival, MIP, conferences), with Nice airport 30 minutes away. Saint-Tropez is more seasonal (3-4 active months), more exclusive but less versatile. Choice depends on use: Cannes for semi-primary residence, Saint-Tropez for ultra-private summer home.