The image that immediately springs to mind when you think of Nice is one of the famous Promenade des Anglais hugging the pebbly shores. Although the seaside is probably the most well known part of Nice, there is an old town hiding many picturesque treasures and a bustling city centre, both of which lie parallel to the sea.

Getting Around

Nice and its surroundings are deceptively spread out. You quickly learn this if you choose to tackle sightseeing on foot. Plus, once the city starts heading inland from the direction of the sea it quickly begins to rise toward the Alps. Therefore, steep inclines can make walking more of a workout than a leisurely excursion. This is where a car comes in handy, or Nices public transport system, which consists primarily of Sunbus.

Nice is also extremely bike friendly and is the perfect destination for any cycling enthusiast.

Property for Sale in Nice, France

The Côte d’Azur is certainly one of France’s hottest property spots and in terms of prices, the sky really is the limit; head inland to find more reasonably priced property. For a bijou residence within easy reach of the coast, the old town centre of Nice has one-bedroom apartments from around €175,000. There is a good mixture of older, traditional property and newer, modern villas and purpose-built apartments, so all tastes are catered for. It is unlikely you will pick up a bargain in this area, but a well maintained and furnished holiday home in good decorative order should offer favorable rental potential, provided it is within the correct location: easy reach of the coast, local shops and restaurants.

Property to Rent in Nice, France

Nice is a major tourist destination all year round, and has an extensive selection of hotels and self-catering accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Overall, the demand for property in Provence seems to be as high as ever and it is worth bearing in mind that Provençal holiday homes in popular locations, such as Nice, can command high rents from May through October.

The website advertises a selection of properties to rent in Nice.