Can a foreigner buy property in Roquebrune — Cap Martin?

Currently, there are no restrictions for foreigners buying property in France. However, if you decided, for example, to buy apartment in Roquebrune — Cap Martin directly from the owner, you may face encumbrances, difficulties in proper registration and an inflated cost (sometimes the price is twice the price that can be offered to a French citizen).

How long does it take to buy a property in Roquebrune — Cap Martin?

From the moment the pre-contract has been signed, it takes on average 2,5 months for the whole purchasing property in Roquebrune — Cap Martin process to be completed.

Are there property taxes in France?

Property tax in France is an annual tax, and the tax service calculates it separately for a specific owner. There is no single tax value as a percentage. For example, owners of a 2-room apartment on the French Riviera pay property tax on average about 1200 euros per year.

How to get French citizenship?

One ot methods to become a French citizen is through naturalization. You need to obtain a residence permit in France , live here for five consecutive years (the term can be up to 10 years — at the discretion of local authorities), sign the Reception and Integration Contract (CAI), submit your application, complete any requested interviews and additional paperwork.

Do you have to pay taxes in France?

If you are a resident of France (live here for more than 6 months a year) or earn income/rent your house in Roquebrune — Cap Martin , you will need to pay taxes.

Is it easy to get French citizenship?

You can apply for French citizenship if either of your parents are French citizen, if you were born in France or have lived there for long enough to fulfil the residency requirements. Alternatively, you may be eligible for citizenship through your marriage to a French citizen, or through some other exceptional circumstance.

Can you have dual citizenship in France?

French nationality law allows dual citizenship of France to be acquired by birth if a child is born to a French parent, filiation and naturalization. Many people who live in France have dual citizenship.

Property for Sale in Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Buy Real Estate from 314,000 €

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New prestigious complex 350 meters from the sea, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Côte d'Azur, France

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

From 462,000 €

Total 405 units available from the developer

Completion in: 2029.I

1 bedroom from 462,000 €

2 bedrooms from 623,000 €

Stylish complex with a garden in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, French Riviera, France for From 316,000 €

3 weeks ago

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Stylish complex with a garden in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, French Riviera, France

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

From 316,000 €

Total 20 units available from the developer

Completion in: 2028.IV

Studios from 316,000 €

1 bedroom from 386,000 €

2 bedrooms from 487,000 €

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Two-level penthouse in a new residential complex just 600 m from the beach, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Cote d'Azur, France

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

From 799,000 €

Total 32 units available from the developer

Built in 2025

2 bedrooms from 799,000 €

With balcony/terrace

3-bedroom apartment in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

9,950,000 €

3 bedrooms

With swimming pool

4-bedroom villa in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

4,600,000 €

Land area: 1,418 m² · 4 bedrooms

With garden

4-bedroom villa in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

2,550,000 €

Land area: 478 m² · 4 bedrooms

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With balcony/terrace

2-bedroom apartment in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

595,000 €

2 bedrooms

4-bedroom villa 317 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

1,990,000 €

Total area 317 m² · Land area: 1,662 m² · 4 bedrooms

4-bedroom villa 238 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

5,950,000 €

Total area 238 m² · Land area: 2,020 m² · 4 bedrooms

2-bedroom penthouse in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

2,450,000 €

2 bedrooms

With garden

4-bedroom villa in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

4,250,000 €

Land area: 1,333 m² · 4 bedrooms

With swimming pool

4-bedroom villa 457 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

6,500,000 €

Total area 457 m² · Land area: 2,100 m² · 4 bedrooms

With swimming pool

4-bedroom apartment 165 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

3,500,000 €

Total area 165 m² · 4 bedrooms

With swimming pool

4-bedroom villa 264 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

7,500,000 €

Total area 264 m² · Land area: 1,000 m² · 4 bedrooms

With balcony/terrace

One-bedroom apartment with a large terrace and mountain views in Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Cote d'Azur, France

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

882,000 €

Total area 73 m² · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom

New one-bedroom apartment 650 m from the sea, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Cote d'Azur, France

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

350,000 €

Total area 56 m² · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom

With balcony/terrace

4-room apartment 98 m² in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

1,500,000 €

Total area 98 m²

With balcony/terrace

3-bedroom apartment in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

1,700,000 €

3 bedrooms

3-bedroom apartment in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

585,000 €

3 bedrooms

Residential complex

22 new objects in residential complex in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

From 318,000 €

Total 22 units available from the developer

Built in 2025

1 bedroom from 318,000 €

2 bedrooms from 366,000 €

Villas from 789,000 €

Residential complex

3 new flats in residential complex in Roquebrune — Cap Martin

Roquebrune — Cap Martin, Côte d'Azur (French Riviera), France

From 314,000 €

Total 3 units available from the developer

Built in 2025

2 bedrooms from 314,000 €

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Property for sale in Roquebrune — Cap Martin