Cannes, French Riviera, France
4 Bedroom Existing Penthouse
Forville Penthouse - AAFA5501
€2,590,000
- Penthouse
- 4 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- 172 sq m · €15,058/sq m
Perched on the top floor of an elegant, recently renovated residence just 400 metres from the harbour in Cannes, this exceptional apartment offers a rare opportunity to enjoy Riviera living at its finest. Boasting expansive outdoor spaces, the property captures breathtaking panoramic sea views stretching from Palm Beach to the Old Port.
Fully refurbished in 2023, the apartment combines contemporary design with comfort and light-filled interiors. A spacious living and dining area with open-plan kitchen flows seamlessly onto the terrace, while four bedrooms—each with its own bathroom—offer privacy and refined living. Boasting expansive outdoor spaces, including a spectacular 172 sqm rooftop terrace and a 148 sqm main terrace, ideal for entertaining on a year-round basis. Sold fully furnished, the apartment also comes with a double garage, and immediate access to the beaches, shops, and transport links, ensuring this is a truly outstanding Cannes residence in a prime central location.
- Prime central Cannes location near the harbour and beaches
- Rare top-floor property with panoramic sea views
- Exceptional large terraces, highly sought after on the market
- Strong year-round rental demand driven by international events
- Sold fully furnished
“A rare Cannes apartment with panoramic sea views and exceptional terraces, offering strong lifestyle appeal and outstanding investment potential in a highly sought-after location.”
Features
- Floor: 3
- Garage quantity: 2
- East / South facing
- Parking space
- 132 m² terrace
Investment potential
Cannes remains one of the most secure and sought-after real estate markets on the French Riviera, making this property a compelling long-term investment. Its rare combination of a prime central location, panoramic sea views, and exceptional outdoor space places it among the most desirable assets in the area.
With limited availability of top-floor apartments featuring large terraces, and sustained international demand driven by lifestyle buyers and the year-round events calendar, properties of this calibre benefit from strong capital appreciation potential. Coupled with excellent rental prospects, this apartment represents a unique opportunity to secure both a prestigious residence and a high-performing investment in a resilient and globally recognised marke
About the location
Ideally located in the heart of Cannes, this property enjoys immediate access to the town’s renowned beaches, harbour, and vibrant centre, with its boutiques, restaurants, and iconic Croisette all within walking distance. Perfectly positioned along the Côte d’Azur, Cannes also offers excellent connectivity to neighbouring destinations, including Antibes and Juan-les-Pins just a short drive away, as well as Nice and its international airport within 30 minutes. To the west, the charm of Saint-Tropez can be reached by road or boat, making Cannes an ideal base to enjoy the very best of the French Riviera while remaining effortlessly connected.
Cannes offers outstanding rental potential, driven by its status as a year-round events destination on the French Riviera. The world-famous Cannes Film Festival, along with major international gatherings such as MIPIM, Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and MIDEM, attract a global clientele seeking high-quality accommodation throughout the year. This constant calendar of congresses and festivals, combined with the summer tourism season, ensures strong and consistent demand for premium properties—particularly those with sea views, outdoor space, and central locations.
Local insights
- Vibrant year-round events calendar
- Walkable city centre with beaches, harbour, and luxury boutiques nearby
- Close to the train station with easy access to Nice International airport
- Wide choice of gourmet restaurants, beach clubs, and waterfront cafés
- Close to the Southern Alps for the winter season
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