French Riviera Real Estate
Find your place
on the French Riviera
We specialise exclusively in villas and houses on the French Riviera, offering a personal approach to every property search and acquisition.
About us
Local expertise, personal approach
We are Riviera Roots, your real estate partner on the French Riviera, specialising in houses and villas.
We built Riviera Roots to help clients find a property that matches their lifestyle, plans and expectations — from cosy family homes to spacious villas with sea views, a pool, a garden, or a story of their own.
We're personally involved in every project: we get to know what our clients are looking for, shortlist suitable properties, arrange viewings, help compare options, and support communication with sellers and local specialists.
We live and work on the French Riviera, so we can represent our clients on the ground and help them navigate the specifics of the region and the local market.
For us, it matters that searching for and buying property feels clear, transparent and calm. We're happy to work with clients from around the world — those looking for a second home on the coast, and those planning to relocate or buy a villa for full-time living in France.
Our job isn't just to show properties — it's to help clients make sense of what's on offer, notice the details that matter, and make a well-informed decision.
Current listings
Featured properties
A few sample listings — as the catalogue is updated, you'll find current offers here with photos and full details.
from €1,370,000
Villa · La Roquette-sur-Siagne
La Roquette-sur-Siagne, France
Ref. 060906
from €1,290,000
Villa · Juan-les-Pins
Juan-les-Pins, France
Ref. 060908
from €1,690,000
Villa · Vallauris
Vallauris, France
Ref. 060907
About Riviera Roots
Riviera Roots
Riviera Roots is a small real estate practice focused on one region and on quality over volume. We work with clients from around the world, guiding them from choosing a location to receiving the keys — transparently and without unnecessary rush.
Market news
What's moving on the Riviera
A few developments worth knowing if you're buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market.
Cannes to renovate 343 flats in the Riou district
A major renovation of 343 social housing units has begun on Boulevard du Riou in Cannes, backed by an €8.5 million budget.
Rent increases in France capped at 1.15% in the second quarter of 2026
The IRL rent index rose 1.15% year-on-year in Q2 2026, capping most annual residential rent increases.
About 100 new flats planned in Gattières next to a new secondary school
The Gattières project includes a school for 700 pupils and around 100 new flats, delivered in two phases.
Nice moves forward with major renewal of the Les Moulins district
Nice held a public consultation on land and road changes needed to renew the centre of the Les Moulins district.
French Riviera property sector unveils a manifesto with 70 proposals
The Nice Côte d'Azur Chamber of Commerce has put forward more than 70 proposals for housing, land and commercial real estate.
MIPIM 2026 draws more than 20,000 participants to Cannes
The MIPIM 2026 international real estate forum brought together more than 20,000 participants from 90 countries in Cannes.
French Riviera prime market bets on rare, move-in-ready properties in 2026
In the prime segment, fully renovated villas offering privacy, sea views and modern services are in highest demand.
Three teams shortlisted to redevelop a site on Rue Raimbaldi in Nice
The Nice metropolitan authority received three bids to redevelop a car park and office building near Thiers train station.
French Riviera property prices stayed resilient in early 2026
Limited land supply and international demand continued to support prices in Nice, Cannes and other coastal towns.
New energy assessment rules for property take effect in 2026
Since January 1, 2026, a collective DPE is mandatory for smaller co-ownerships, and the calculation for electric heating has changed.
The French Riviera property market begins to emerge from a prolonged slowdown
After several years of declining activity, the Alpes-Maritimes property market showed its first signs of recovery.
New-build prices rise on the French Riviera as sales slow
New-home prices in the Alpes-Maritimes kept climbing in 2025, even as the number of buyers dropped noticeably.
Cannes and Menton outpace Nice in home price growth
Home prices across the French Riviera moved unevenly in 2025, with Menton showing the sharpest rise.
Antibes property prices up 2.4% over the year
Antibes and Juan-les-Pins ended 2025 with average property prices up 2.4%.
Prime French Riviera property keeps steady demand
The Riviera's prime market proved more resilient in 2025 than the mainstream segment.
A French Riviera villa sells for almost €50 million in 2025
One of 2025's most notable deals was the sale of Villa Saint-Tryphon for €49.95 million.
Housing construction in the Alpes-Maritimes shows signs of recovery
Housing starts in the Alpes-Maritimes gradually increased through 2025.
Cannes to create 300 affordable flats in the République district
Cannes city hall has announced a programme to build and renovate 300 affordable flats in the Prado–République–Mimont district.
Nice tightens rules on short-term rentals
Nice has decided to further restrict short-term tourist rental of primary residences.
G-rated homes can no longer be freely let long-term
Since January 1, 2025, homes rated G on the energy scale no longer meet France's decent-housing rental standards.
Expanded interest-free PTZ loan now available for new builds on the Riviera
Since April 1, 2025, France's interest-free PTZ loan scheme has been extended to all new housing nationwide.
MIPIM 2025 brings global real estate leaders to Cannes
From March 11 to 14, Cannes once again became the centre of the global real estate market.
Market reports
Riviera Roots market reports
In-depth reports on pricing, demand, and neighbourhood trends. Request any report and we'll send it straight to your inbox.
Market Report 2024
Full-year pricing and demand review across Nice, Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Tropez.
Request reportMarket Report 2025
Full-year figures, regulation changes, and neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood trends.
Request reportH1 2026 Market Report
The latest half-year snapshot — pricing shifts, buyer profiles, and what to watch next.
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