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Luxury apartments
for sale in France

From Parisian Haussmannian apartments to contemporary penthouses with sea views — discover a discerning selection of exceptional apartments in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux and on the French Riviera.

Definition & characteristics

What is a luxury apartment?

A luxury apartment is not defined solely by its size or price per square meter. It is distinguished by the quality of its address, the nobility of its volumes, the refinement of its amenities and, very often, by a unique architectural history — Haussmannian moldings, Art Deco ironwork or a panoramic terrace of a contemporary penthouse.

In the French luxury real estate market, these properties constitute a category of their own. They attract an international clientele sensitive to the address, the architectural heritage and the quality of the renovation — buyers who are looking for a pied-à-terre as much as a long-term investment.

In France, the most sought-after luxury apartments are Haussmannian apartments in the beautiful Parisian districts, Art Deco buildings on the Atlantic coast and the French Riviera, contemporary penthouses with terraces and sea views, and duplexes offering a unique spatial organization over several levels.

The main typologies

What types of luxury apartments can be found in France?

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Haussmannian

Mouldings, marble fireplaces, Versailles parquet flooring and exceptional ceiling heights. The quintessential Parisian signature, sought after in the 6th, 7th, 8th and 16th arrondissements.

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Art Deco

Geometric lines, wrought ironwork and cut stone facades from the 1920s–1930s. A highly prized architectural heritage on the Atlantic coast and the French Riviera.

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Penthouse

Top floor, panoramic terrace, unobstructed views of the sea or the city rooftops. The most sought-after format for a demanding international clientele.

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Duplex & triplex

Layout on two or three levels, internal staircase and dual aspect. Ideal for combining reception areas and private living space.

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Loft

Converted industrial spaces, glass roofs and high ceilings. A deliberate choice in the former manufacturing districts of Lyon, Bordeaux or Paris.

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Sea view & rooftop

Penthouse apartments with private terrace or rooftop, highly sought after on the Mediterranean and Atlantic coast for their rarity and seasonal rental potential.

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Where to buy

Key markets for luxury apartments in France

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Paris

The most liquid and sought-after market internationally. The western districts and the Île Saint-Louis concentrate the bulk of the high-end Haussmannian offering.

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French Riviera & Alpes-Maritimes

Cannes, Nice and Cap d'Antibes reveal contemporary penthouses with sea views, highly sought after by an international clientele in search of second homes.

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Bordeaux & Gironde

The UNESCO-listed historic center offers fully renovated blond stone apartments, in a market that has seen strong appreciation over the past ten years.

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Basque Country & Pyrénées-Atlantiques

Biarritz and its seafront offer a rare selection of Art Deco apartments and luxury residences with ocean views.

The Haussmannian apartment — the Parisian safe haven

The Haussmannian apartment remains the absolute benchmark in the French luxury market. Original moldings, Versailles parquet flooring, marble fireplaces and ceiling heights of 3.20 meters make it a sought-after asset for French and international clients, both for personal use and for prestigious rental investment.

The contemporary penthouse — the rarest format on the market

A penthouse designed on the top floor with a panoramic terrace, private pool, or indoor spa is among the rarest and most desirable properties on the French real estate market. These properties rarely change hands publicly and are primarily concentrated on the French Riviera, in Paris, and in the Basque Country.

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