Buying property in Côte d'Azur
The Côte d'Azur is France's most expensive property market — perched hilltop villages, coastal villas, and an arrière-pays that offers similar landscapes at a fraction of the price. The region spans two départements: Alpes-Maritimes (06) and the eastern half of Var (83), each with distinct tax profiles and planning environments.
Updated February 2026
Côte d'Azur
Regional guides
Running Costs
Annual taxes, climate-driven bills, and maintenance costs for a Côte d'Azur property.
›Property Taxes on the Côte d'Azur: What Owners Actually Pay
›Taxe Foncière on the Côte d'Azur: Rates and Calculation
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Planning & Rural Rules
Zoning, coastal restrictions, and building rules specific to the Côte d'Azur.
What It's Really Like
Infrastructure, seasonal realities, and community life on the Côte d'Azur.
Legal & Ownership
Wildfire clearance, pool rules, rental regulations, and copropriété on the Côte d'Azur.
Buying Process
Making offers, surveys, diagnostics, and hidden costs specific to the Côte d'Azur market.
Taxes & Costs
Transfer taxes, annual charges, and cost comparisons for the Côte d'Azur.
›Frais de Notaire on the Côte d'Azur: What You Actually Pay at €800k–€3M
›THRS and Zone Tendue Surcharges: The Hidden Tax on Côte d'Azur Holiday Homes
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France country guide
These regional guides cover what varies locally. For national-level rules — buying process, legal framework, taxes — see the full France country guide.
France buying guide — taxes, legal & process