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 Cimiez
NICE LOWER CIMIEZ : In one of the most beautiful Belle Époque palaces of Nice, come to discover this superb apartment, 242 m2, with double exposure. By visiting it, you will find the charm of the ancient style, moulures, wood floors and chimney. The beautiful entrance leads to a double reception of 93sqm, an independant kitchen, two en suite bedrooms...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER : SOLE AGENT. At 2 stems from Place Masséna, in a recently renovated building, large 4 room apartment of 112sqm under renovation. It will comprise an entrance hall, a living room and a bedroom en suite with bathroom/toilet on a south-facing terrace, a separate equipped kitchen, two other bedrooms, one of which has a balcony, a shower-room and...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D'OR : Located in the heart of the Carré d'Or, close to all amenities and a 5-minute walk from the sea, on the third floor of a luxury building, spacious 2-bedroom apartment of 103sqm, facing East-West, with two sunny terraces. The entrance leads to the living room and the kitchen, both opening onto the West terrace....
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / CARRÉ D'OR : Sole agent. Prime location in the pedestrian street, in the heart of the Golden Square, close to all amenities, shops and the sea, allowing you to explore Nice on foot and fully enjoy the Riviera. In a small building from 1947 with elevator, this superb, air-conditioned 36sqm one-bedroom apartment in perfect condition has recently...
Nice Hills
NICE PESSICART : SOLE AGENT. In a dominant position, this superb Art Deco villa 295sqm (262 m² Carrez law) offers beautiful volumes, refined services and pleasant terraces. The main part of 203sqm, accessible by lift, is a duplex apartment opening onto a 110sqm South/Est facing terrace. Stunning sea and city views from all rooms. Living/dining room with marble fireplace, a...
Nice Mont Boron
NICE MONT BORON : On the penultimate floor of a small secure luxury residence with lift, near bus stop, with easy access to the city center and Monaco. Versace atmosphere and a sublime blend of elegance for this luxurious 3-room apartment facing West - East, of 90sqm, with a deep terrace, balcony, garage and cellar. Result of a meticulous renovation,...
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
NICE CENTER / CARRE D'OR : Rue de la Liberté, ideally located in the heart of Carré d'Or, close to the sea and tramway, large 32sqm studio - 2-room apartment on the 1st floor of a well-maintained condominium with elevator. This air-conditioned, light-filled, south-facing apartment comprises an entrance hall, a large living room with two large French windows and a...
Nice Vieux Nice
NICE OLD TOWN / GARIBALDI : Located in a dynamic, historic district close to Nice's best restaurants, this magnificent 3-room apartment offers a haven of peace in the heart of the old town. It comprises a bright living room, two bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen, a shower room and a laundry room. Possibility of creating a second shower room. This property...
Nice Golden Square
NICE GOLDEN SQUARE: On the first floor of a two-story building dating from the early 20th century, recently renovated and famous for having housed the Galerie Romanin, Nice's first modern art gallery, opened by resistance fighter Jean Moulin in 1942 during the Occupation, Nice Properties is proud to offer for sale a spacious, historic, air-conditioned, one-bedroom duplex apartment in perfect...
