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 Gairaut
NICE HILLS / GAIRAUT : In a magnificent Bourgeois home, in a quiet area and facing south, a superb 3 room apartment completely renovated and climate controlled with a surface area of 80sqm, opens onto a lovely private 250sqm garden. It is comprised of an entry way, a lovely living room with a completely equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, shower and...
Nice Hills
NICE PESSICART : SOLE AGENT. In a dominant position, this superb Art Deco villa 295sqm (262sqm 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 fully...
Nice The Port
NICE PORT: In one of the most sought-after residences in the area, discover this superb 36sqm one-bedroom apartment, totally renovated and furnished. The entrance hall leads to a living room opening onto an 8sqm terrace with sea view, a fully-equipped open-plan kitchen, a bedroom with custom-made closets, an Italian-style shower room and a separate toilet. High-quality fixtures and fittings: solid...
Nice West
NICE WEST / LOWER FABRON AREA : Located in a quiet area, just a few minutes' walk from shops, the tramway, and the sea, on the top floor of a luxury residence, this exceptional 132 m² penthouse opens onto a magnificent, nearly 280 m² single-storey terrace with panoramic views of the sea, hills, and city. With direct elevator access, the...
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NICE PROMENADE DES ANGLAIS : In the first part of the Promenade, in a well maintained building with concierge and a roof top with pool, come and visit this large studio of 35sqm. It comprises of an entrance, a living room onto a balcony with laterale sea view, an open equipped kitchen, a sleeping alcove, a shower-room, a dressing and...
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...
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NICE / Cyrille Besset : In a lovely house, we offer this pleasant 20m2 apartment. It has a living room onto an East facing balcony, an equipped kitchen and a shower room/toilet. Ideal for residence or rental investment. Near bus, shops and 5 mns walk to tramway. Agency fees included, payable by seller. Information on the risks to which this...
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NICE JEAN MEDECIN : In a nice Bourgeois building with lift, this superb apartment of 32 sqm. With A/C, It comprises an entrance with closet, a living with an equipped kitchen onto a west facing balcony, a bedroom with closet and a shower-room. An exceptional location as a pied-à-terre and/or for rentals at a couple steps from the tramway and...
Nice Golden Square
NICE CENTER / MUSICIENS : At two steps from Victor Hugo boulevard and the tramway, on the top floor of a Bourgeois building with lift, come and visit this superb 2 rooms apartment of 42sqm (40sqm Carrez Law) entirely renovated with A/C. Living room with equipped kitchenette, a bedroom and a shower room/toilets. The location is perfect for rentals or...
Nice Gairaut
NICE HILLS / GAIRAUT: Near the old Gairaut canal, in a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming Provençal villa on two levels offers stunning panoramic views of Nice, the Bay of Angels, and the surrounding hills. Located in a residential area amidst olive trees, it features large terraces, a living room with a fireplace and exposed beams, an independant kitchen, three bedrooms...
