Overview
Juan-les-Pins is the glamorous beach resort extension of Antibes, famous worldwide for its Jazz Festival and Art Deco heritage. This is where F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote, where jazz legends played, and where the French Riviera's beach culture was born.
Why Buy in Juan-les-Pins?
Unique Advantages
- Sandy beaches: Unlike Nice's pebbles, Juan-les-Pins has real sand beaches
- Jazz à Juan: World-famous jazz festival every July (since 1960)
- Art Deco architecture: Beautiful 1920s-30s villas and buildings
- Walking lifestyle: Everything within 10 minutes on foot
- Year-round resort: Active even in off-season unlike some Riviera spots
Investment Potential
| Property Type | Size | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 25-35m² | €200,000-320,000 |
| 2-bedroom | 50-70m² | €350,000-550,000 |
| 3-bedroom | 80-120m² | €550,000-900,000 |
| Villa | 200-400m² | €1,800,000-8,000,000+ |
Neighborhoods Guide
Front de Mer — €7,000-9,000/m²
Premium beachfront properties with direct beach access. Art Deco apartments, sea-view terraces, and the famous Promenade du Soleil at your doorstep.
Best for: Beach lovers, investors seeking rental income, lifestyle buyers
Centre — €5,500-7,000/m²
Heart of the action with restaurants, boutiques, and nightlife. Mix of renovated apartments and modern residences. 5-minute walk to beach.
Best for: Those wanting vibrant nightlife, restaurant culture, easy rentals
La Pinède — €6,000-8,000/m²
Named for the pine forest, this area offers larger properties with gardens. Quieter than center but still close to everything. The casino and congress center nearby.
Best for: Families, those seeking space and calm, year-round residents
Rental Investment Analysis
Juan-les-Pins excels for seasonal rentals:
- July-August: Peak season, €2,000-5,000/week for 2-bed
- Jazz Festival week: Premium rates, book out 6 months ahead
- Shoulder season: Strong demand May-June, September
- Annual yield: 5-7% achievable with good management
Insider tip: Properties with sea view AND parking command 20-30% premium. Parking is scarce in summer — guaranteed spot is gold.
Juan-les-Pins vs Antibes
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Last updated: December 2025. Data from notarial records and our transaction database.