Discover the latest trends in French coastal resort properties for 2025. Despite average prices 50% higher than the national average and regional variations, demand remains strong—especially among retirees and international buyers. Find out what’s driving the market and where you’ll find the hottest (and most affordable) coastal destinations.
France’s Seaside Resort Property Market in 2025: High Prices, Consistent Demand, and Distinct Regional Trends
As France enters the peak of summer 2025, all eyes are on the country’s coveted coastal resort real estate market. According to the latest FNAIM study, property prices in France’s 517 seaside resorts remain robust, averaging €4,578 per square meter—significantly higher than the €2,950/m² seen across metropolitan France. Despite this premium, buyer demand shows no signs of slowing, driven by retirees and those seeking the ultimate lifestyle upgrade by the sea.
Property Values: Tides of Growth and Recent Stability
Over the past decade, seaside resort property values have outpaced those in the rest of France. Since 2014, prices in these areas have climbed by 38%, compared to a 22% increase nationwide. Houses, in particular, soared during the post-Covid boom: from July 2020 to July 2022, house prices in seaside resorts jumped by 25%—averaging over 1% growth each month—while the wider market rose by 16%.
While 2023 brought a slight 1.4% dip, prices have since stabilized (+0.2% in 16 months), showcasing coastal areas’ resilience compared to national trends.
Who’s Buying? Retired and Quality-of-Life-Driven Buyers Lead
The French coast continues to attract a unique buyer profile. The average buyer’s age is 55 (ten years older than the national average), and 41% are aged 60 and above, confirming the enduring appeal among seniors and retirees. While the market is predominantly French, international buyers represent a significant 8% of transactions, with the British, Belgians, and Dutch leading the pack.
Regional Differences: South Leads, Atlantic Coast More Affordable
Seaside property prices vary widely by region:
- Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur: €5,842/m² (most expensive)
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine: €5,132/m²
- Brittany: €3,483/m² (more affordable)
- Normandy: €3,543/m²
Among the most prestigious (and priciest) towns are Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (€16,642/m²), Ramatuelle (€15,844/m²), and Saint-Tropez (€14,774/m²).
Year-on-year, Brittany was the only region to register a decrease (-2%), while Corsica saw a notable rise (+8%). Other regions have remained stable, reflecting the overall resilience of this unique market.
Climate Risks: Little Impact on Values—For Now
Although climate change is increasing risks like coastal erosion and flooding, these concerns have yet to significantly affect property values. Notably, even at-risk resorts—from Saint-Malo to Biarritz—have performed in line with or better than the broader market until 2022; since 2023, price trends have mirrored those in safer resorts.
French Coastal Resort Properties Remains a Strong Bet in 2025
Despite high entry costs and regional fluctuations, the French coastal resort market shows no letup in demand, especially among retirees and those seeking unrivaled lifestyle quality. With prices stabilizing and international interest persisting, seaside resorts promise ongoing appeal for investors and homebuyers in 2025—even in the face of emerging environmental risks.
Thinking about buying or investing in France’s beachside havens? Whether you’re eyeing luxury hotspots on the Côte d’Azur or more affordable gems in Brittany and Normandy, the French coast remains a perennial favorite for lifestyle seekers—and a stable haven for property investors.
