The old town, or "old town", is the oldest part of the city. It is bordered by the Garibaldi Square and the hill of the Chateau to the north-east, the Cours Saleya and the sea to the south, west Paillon tunnel. Built from the fourteenth century to the nineteenth century, it has a very varied architectural fabric and beautiful facades of ocher, red and yellow tones. The old town is home to many palaces and churches, as Palais Lascaris, Sardinian Palace, the Church of Jesus, the Holy Reparata cathedral, the church of the Penitent ... On the typical narrow streets has many places for sitting down for coffee and heads towards the flower markets, antique market, fish market.
It is a lively and mostly pedestrian area, with endless shops and stalls, bars and restaurants, some of which are national institutions - Acchiardo or Cafe Turin, for example -. There are many souvenir shops, traditional and modern, as well as art galleries. At night, this is where the Nicois love to meet. The ‘Mairie’ city hall, the courthouse and the Opera are within it. In summer, Place Rossetti and their glaciers (ice cream stalls) are particularly attractive, especially the renowned master Fenocchio Glacier and its 94 flavors, and its classic originals. It is also recommended to stop in one of the traditional biscuit factories or to a local small restaurant to taste the specialties of Nice.
Once exclusively inhabited by the old Nicois families, this area is now widely acclaimed by an international clientele, where they will find the charm, tranquility and liveliness of this southern French city. In terms of real estate investment, the Old Town is an excellent choice for both furnished seasonal and yearly rentals due to its constant stream of tourists. In addition, you will appreciate to enjoy the cool freshness of the narrow streets in the summer.
A selection of properties located Nice
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRE D'OR : On the second to last floor, a superb 93,8sqm apartment, facing South/North, ideally situated in the heart of the pedestrian zone, at 2 minutes from the Place Massena and 5 minutes from the beach. Very bright and fully air-conditioned, it is comprised of a lovely entry way, large living room with fireplace and fitted...
Nice Gairaut
NICE GAIRAUT : Located in a small private domain in a quiet area, with swimming pool, pretty semi-detached house of 140 m² on two levels, with three terraces, garden and large garage. On the ground floor, it offers an entrance, beautiful cathedral living room with fireplace, kitchen and dining room, a bedroom and a shower room with WC, a laundry...
Nice Cimiez
NICE LOWER CIMIEZ : In a beautiful Belle Epoque palace, close to the city center, tramway and all amenities, a Loft oh the first floor facing South/West. It offers a 62sqm living room, open plan kitchen, bathroom/toilettes and two rooms converted into workshops. Space to be redesigned according to your needs. Agency fees of 5% included an the expense of...
Nice Baumettes
NICE CENTRE / BAUMETTES : Prime location in a quiet dead end and residential area just 400 meters from the Promenade des Anglais and 250 meters from shops and the tramway. Superb 1930s house with character, mainly facing west and east, offering 135 sqm of living space, recently renovated in a contemporary style, on an easy-to-maintain enclosed plot, as well...
Nice West
NICE WEST / FABRON : Located in most luxurious building of Fabron, l'Arcadia, with caretaker, pool, tennis court and restaurant, on the 3rd floor, magnificent 110sqm 3 bedroom apartment in need of renovation. It faces south and north, and features a large terrace offering a splendid panoramic sea view. The apartment comprises an entrance hall with closet, a living room,...
Nice
NICE / CARRÉ D’OR: Victor Hugo boulevard, in a nice Bourgeois building, come and visit on the top floor without lift, five lovely furnished bedrooms between 15 and 21sqm rented to students that sharing a room with an equipped kitchen, a shower-room and an independent toilets. Lot of charm. Rented until the end of May. For investors. File on request....
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTRE / CARRE D'OR: Rue Masséna, prime location in the heart of the Carré d'Or, close to the sea and tramway, sublime 63.48 m² 4-room through-apartment on the top floor of a beautiful Nice building. The apartment has been sumptuously renovated, enhancing its character and charm with exposed stone walls. Fully air-conditioned and bathed in light, it comprises an...
