French Riviera Real Estate Options Forty Eight

The Rhône-Alpes region sits at the crossroads of France, Switzerland, and Italy, blending Alpine grandeur with economic muscle. Anchored by Lyon—France’s second-largest economic hub—the region offers a rare mix of global connectivity, strong infrastructure, and extraordinary lifestyle appeal. From the ski resorts of the Alps to the vineyards of the Rhône Valley and the lakes of Annecy and Bourget, Rhône-Alpes attracts a steady flow of residents, professionals, students, and international visitors year-round. This diversity fuels a resilient local economy supported by technology, life sciences, manufacturing, tourism, and higher education, making the region far more than a seasonal destination.

From an investment perspective, Rhône-Alpes real estate stands out for its long-term stability and demand fundamentals. Limited buildable land in mountain and lake areas, combined with strict planning regulations, helps protect property values over time. Strong rental demand—both long-term in cities like Lyon and Grenoble, and short-term in Alpine and lakeside markets—creates multiple income strategies for investors. Add to this France’s robust legal framework for property ownership, excellent transport links (including high-speed rail and international airports), and continued population growth, and Rhône-Alpes emerges as a smart, defensive investment choice with upside driven by lifestyle migration and sustained economic strength.

With that, here are just a few of our latest real estate options available in the area:

Chamonix

Price: 7,000,000 EUR

Living Area: 564.7 m2 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 6 Located in the centre of Chamonix, this new chalet of more than 564 sqm combines exceptional spaciousness and a privileged location to offer breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. Its majestic living room, enhanced by a cathedral ceiling, central fireplace and large picture windows, opens onto a vast terrace, inviting you to contemplate. On the garden level, you will enjoy five bedrooms, including a sumptuous master suite with direct access to a south-facing garden bathed in light.In the basement, a wellness area completes this prestigious setting with a swimming pool, sauna, home cinema and gym, offering moments of absolute relaxation. Designed for optimum comfort, this exceptional property has a five-car garage with lift, a wine cellar and top-of-the-range finishes. Nestled in the heart of Chamonix, its rare and privileged location makes it a veritable showcase of prestige, where space, luxury and privacy meet.

Les Gets

Price: 5,500,000 EUR

Living Area: 410 m2

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 6

Terrain: 814 m2

Located in the center of Les Gets and ski in and ski out offer you this exceptional new chalet with high-end finishes.

Built by a renowned local builder, this chalet blends perfectly into its environment, thanks to its careful architecture, noble materials and perfectly designed spaces.

Built on a 814 sq-m plot of land, facing south-east, this 410 sq-m property offers a panoramic view on the ski slopes and on the Chavannes, slightly overlooking the charming village of Les Gets.

Large outdoor spaces with a terrace of 92m² will allow you to fully enjoy this majestic setting.

Spread over 4 levels, this chalet is composed of 5 en-suite bedrooms including a master bedroom on the top floor sliding windows, a living room of more than 100 sq-m with an open equipped kitchen on a large living room.

You will enjoy the sauna and hammam with the relaxing space and the home cinema for a moment to relax, but also a ski room, and a double garage.

Val-d’Isère

Price: 5,700,000 EUR

Living Area: 209.65 m2 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Discover the Alpine elegance of the Chalets du Fornet, located in the heart of the historic district of Le Fornet, where authentic charm and comfort meet.Built with noble materials, they perfectly embody the traditional Alpine style, offering a warm and relaxed atmosphere, for a successful and unique result. This 209,65sqm chalet on three levels offers four en-suite bedrooms, a children dormitory, a spa area with swimming pool, a spacious living room with fireplace and a garage. Two beautiful west-facing terraces and unobstructed views of the mountains. VAT recovery. Reduced notary fees

For more details on these or any other property options in the area contact, Experience The French Riviera.