Which of the two headlands is more expensive?

At comparable location, Cap Ferrat, owing to its scarcity and reduced size. Cap d'Antibes offers a wider market and more accessible entry points.

Are the figures in this article definitive?

No, these are orders of magnitude. For a valuation, we work from recent notarial references for the sector in question, not from asking prices.

Does taxation differ between the two headlands?

No. French tax law applies identically; the differences arise from the property and its use, not from its location between the two headlands.

Cap d'Antibes vs Cap Ferrat: two markets compared.

By Garen Ajderhanyan · 2 April 2026 · 6 min read

In brief

Cap d'Antibes and Cap Ferrat are among the most expensive peninsulas in France. Size, clientele, seasonality and taxation differ. Frank comparison, orders of magnitude provided, sources included.

Two peninsulas, two scales

Cap d'Antibes is a wide, wooded peninsula: large properties set back, and a denser fabric of villas towards the town. Cap Ferrat is smaller, more enclosed, almost entirely residential: fewer properties, greater scarcity.

This difference in size explains the essential. At comparable surface area and quality, the scarcity of Cap Ferrat pulls its prices above those of Cap d'Antibes.

Where does the price gap lie?

Both headlands are among the most expensive residential markets in the country: the best seafront locations trade in tens of millions of euros. Cap Ferrat holds the upper ground; Cap d'Antibes offers greater market depth, therefore more entry points.

The price per square metre varies primarily with access to the sea, the view and privacy. We work from recent notarial references rather than asking prices; the gap between the two is often real.

Taxation and seasonality

For a non-resident purchaser, the fiscal mechanism (transfer duties, IFI, taxation of seasonal lettings) is the same on both sides: French law applies. The differences relate to the property and its use, not to the headland.

Seasonality is similar too: a market that becomes active in spring, peaks in summer, often concludes in autumn. Buying out of season allows more time to view and negotiate.

Frequently asked questions

Which of the two headlands is more expensive?: At comparable location, Cap Ferrat, owing to its scarcity and reduced size. Cap d'Antibes offers a wider market and more accessible entry points.
Are the figures in this article definitive?: No, these are orders of magnitude. For a valuation, we work from recent notarial references for the sector in question, not from asking prices.
Does taxation differ between the two headlands?: No. French tax law applies identically; the differences arise from the property and its use, not from its location between the two headlands.

References

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The author

Garen Ajderhanyan

Editor of La Gazette de la Promenade

Editor of La Gazette de la Promenade. He writes on Riviera property and the art of living, from Nice.