Buying a property in Cannes: neighbourhood guide
Are you planning to move to Cannes? We’ll guide you through the different neighborhoods of Cannes to give you an idea of the area in which you’d like to live. The Cannes real estate market is specific to the purpose of your purchase: investment, primary residence, second home.
Depending on the area, the services vary and so do the types of property. We’ll take you with us and tell you all about real estate in Cannes.
Palm Beach - Mouré Rouge
This neighborhood stands on its own, close to the beaches and facing the sea. It benefits from small local shops as well as restaurants and essential services such as the post office. In terms of real estate, this is an area of luxury apartments, with recent residences, some of which boast beautiful terraces with sea views. There are both primary and secondary residences. This area is highly sought-after in Cannes.
California
La Californie is the most sought-after district in Cannes for its exceptional views over the bay. You’ll enjoy panoramic views of Cap d’Antibes, the Esterel Massif and the Lérins Islands. Residential, verdant and elegant are adjectives that perfectly define this area.
The California district offers high-end real estate, with luxury residences, often with swimming pools and breathtaking views. You’ll find middle-class and contemporary villas, apartments and penthouses.
This area is mainly made up of primary residences and attracts buyers from all over the world looking for a second home in a corner of paradise.
This district is ideally located to get away from the hustle and bustle of Cannes during conventions, while still being close to the Croisette and the city’s beaches. What’s more, you’re within easy reach of the main roads to Nice Côte d’Azur international airport and the freeway to St-Tropez and Monaco.
The Banana
This district stretches from Suquet to Palm Beach, via the Croisette, just below the railroad.
This area is highly sought-after and highly rated in Cannes, as it’s the ideal place to invest if you’re looking for a good rental return, in view of the numerous congresses organized throughout the year. It’s the most central area of Cannes, with direct access to the beaches, the Palais des Festivals and the main shopping street, Rue d’Antibes. This is the most sought-after area for holidaymakers in Cannes.
Still, there are plenty of main residences, with fairly recent buildings offering a dynamic neighborhood life with all the shops, boutiques, restaurants and public transport nearby.
The Banana
This district stretches from Suquet to Palm Beach, via the Croisette, just below the railroad.
This area is highly sought-after and highly rated in Cannes, as it’s the ideal place to invest if you’re looking for a good rental return, in view of the numerous congresses organized throughout the year. It’s the most central area of Cannes, with direct access to the beaches, the Palais des Festivals and the main shopping street, Rue d’Antibes. This is the most sought-after area for holidaymakers in Cannes.
If you’re looking for a quieter spot in the heart of Cannes, you’ll love the Suquet area. This is the historic center of Cannes, which is very popular with tourists, for its atypical village charm, with old buildings. This quiet spot overlooks the old port of Cannes.
Still, there are plenty of main residences, with fairly recent buildings offering a dynamic neighborhood life with all the shops, boutiques, restaurants and public transport nearby.
The Croisette is the place that dreams are made of, with luxury real estate and splendid properties where prices per square meter can quickly soar, thanks to the sea views on offer.
The Croisette is the place that dreams are made of, with luxury real estate and splendid properties where prices per square meter can quickly soar, thanks to the sea views on offer.
If you’re looking for a quieter spot in the heart of Cannes, you’ll love the Suquet area. This is the historic center of Cannes, which is very popular with tourists, for its atypical village charm, with old buildings. This quiet spot overlooks the old port of Cannes.
La Croix des Gardes
Described as the green lung of Cannes, this listed district is very family-friendly. The height of this district offers 360° panoramic views over the Bay of Cannes.
This residential area offers a dense real estate market, with modern architecture as well as period villas. The residences are beautifully appointed, with swimming pools, parks, tennis courts and incredible sea views. Most of the homes are primary residences.
This green haven is a magical place for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts.
Its location is attractive, as you’re slightly out of the center of town yet close to shops and beaches.
For the record, this neighborhood was the site of the first villa built in Cannes, the Villa Eléonore, which is now divided into apartments.
La Croix des Gardes
Described as the green lung of Cannes, this listed district is very family-friendly. The height of this district offers 360° panoramic views over the Bay of Cannes.
This residential area offers a dense real estate market, with modern architecture as well as period villas. The residences are beautifully appointed, with swimming pools, parks, tennis courts and incredible sea views. Most of the homes are primary residences.
This green haven is a magical place for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts.
Its location is attractive, as you’re slightly out of the center of town yet close to shops and beaches.
For the record, this neighborhood was the site of the first villa built in Cannes, the Villa Eléonore, which is now divided into apartments.
Montfleury
Montfleury is the closest neighborhood to downtown Cannes, which justifies its hillside location. The major advantage of this neighborhood is that everything is within walking distance. A second asset, which makes this one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods, is the view offered from the apartments: guaranteed sea views, without being in the heights of Cannes.
This is where you’ll find sought-after residences for both primary and secondary residences. It’s a leafy neighborhood where many families live, thanks to the proximity of schools and the nearby tennis and swimming pool complexes.
It’s mainly homeowners who work in the center of Cannes.
La Bocca
The district is undergoing a major overhaul, and its recent extensions are giving it a fresh new look. The improvements to this area offer real added value and a new lease of life. The city center has been completely renovated.
A university complex, with a state-of-the-art cineum, was recently built close to this district. This complex has brought many investors to the Cannois area.
It’s a dynamic district with all the local shops, restaurants and boutiques you could wish for. It is also very well served by public transport.
The area’s final asset is its proximity to beaches and a completely renovated seafront, offering beautiful surroundings and self-service sports facilities.
La Bocca
The district is undergoing a major overhaul, and its recent extensions are giving it a fresh new look. The improvements to this area offer real added value and a new lease of life. The city center has been completely renovated.
A university complex, with a state-of-the-art cineum, was recently built close to this district. This complex has brought many investors to the Cannois area.
It’s a dynamic district with all the local shops, restaurants and boutiques you could wish for. It is also very well served by public transport.
The area’s final asset is its proximity to beaches and a completely renovated seafront, offering beautiful surroundings and self-service sports facilities.