6 Avenue Jean Mermoz, 06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France
Since our establishment in 2002, Marks Real Estate has been dedicated to providing high-quality real estate services across the French Riviera. Whether buying, selling or renting property in the South of France, our team offers professional guidance supported by deep local market knowledge.
As a boutique real estate agency, we place great importance on long-term relationships and personalised service. From the first discussion to the completion of a transaction, we assist our clients with discretion, clarity and trusted advice.
We advise clients on property acquisitions, assist owners with the sale of their homes and help find carefully selected rental properties across the Riviera. By understanding each client’s objectives, our team provides thoughtful guidance to support confident and well-informed property decisions.
At Marks Real Estate, our team guides clients through every stage of acquiring a property on the French Riviera — from the initial search to the moment the keys are handed over. Our role is not only to assist throughout the purchase process, but also to remain a trusted point of contact even after the transaction is completed.
Before beginning the search, it is important to define your budget and confirm financing where necessary. Buyers are generally expected to provide a deposit of approximately 10% of the purchase price. In addition, acquisition costs such as notary fees typically represent around 7–8% of the purchase price for existing properties.
Marks Real Estate works closely with a trusted network of professionals, including lenders, tax advisors and legal specialists, who can assist with the financial and administrative aspects of purchasing property in France.
When an offer is accepted, the notary prepares a preliminary sales agreement known as the Compromis de Vente. This document outlines the agreed terms of the transaction.
After signing the preliminary agreement, the buyer benefits from a statutory ten-day cooling-off period during which the purchase may be withdrawn without penalty. Following this period, the deposit is transferred to the notary’s escrow account.
The final deed of sale, known as the Acte de Vente, is typically signed approximately two to three months after the preliminary agreement. At this stage, ownership of the property is formally transferred to the buyer.
If the buyer cannot be present in person, the process can be completed through a power of attorney, allowing the notary to sign on the buyer’s behalf.
Before completion, buyers are advised to arrange property insurance and conduct a final visit to ensure that the property is in the agreed condition. Once the final deed has been signed, the keys are handed over and the property officially becomes your new home.
As more travellers seek authentic and private experiences when visiting the Côte d’Azur, many property owners are choosing to make their homes available for rental. Since our establishment, Marks Real Estate has assisted clients with letting properties across the French Riviera, from shorter leisure stays to luxury seasonal rentals during the summer months in some of the region’s most prestigious homes.
For property owners on the French Riviera, letting a home can offer a number of advantages. Whether you are looking to generate additional income, make use of the growing demand for luxury rentals, or simply wish to share your property while you are away, our team provides professional guidance throughout the process.
We assist owners in establishing an appropriate rental strategy, presenting the property to the right clientele and managing the letting process with discretion and care. Having a trusted local partner is essential when renting a property on the French Riviera, and our team would be pleased to advise you on the opportunities available for your home.
Selling a property requires the right positioning, market knowledge and a thoughtful strategy. At Marks Real Estate, we combine deep expertise of the French Riviera property market with a tailored approach designed to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
When you work with Marks Real Estate, you benefit from long-established local expertise, a curated international network and a professional approach to marketing and negotiation. Our reputation has been built on trusted relationships and successful transactions across the French Riviera.
We work closely with each client to understand the property, its unique qualities and the objectives behind the sale. This allows us to position the property correctly on the market and present it to the right audience of qualified buyers.
We understand that selling a property is an important decision, and we guide our clients through every stage of the process with clarity, discretion and trusted advice.
If you are considering selling your property on the French Riviera, or would simply like to understand its current market value, our team would be pleased to assist.
