Luxury real estate in Corsica
Upper Corsica & South Corsica

Corsica is one of the most sought after destinations in France for the acquisition of luxury goods. Its island character, together with strict construction regulations, helps to maintain a scarcity of supply that sustains real estate values.

The island attracts a national and European clientele — Italian, British, Swiss, Scandinavian — sensitive to the authenticity of the territory and the quality of Mediterranean life. The most popular sectors have among the highest prices in metropolitan France, comparable to certain markets in the French Riviera.

The search for a property in Corsica requires a thorough knowledge of the local market, a mastery of the island-specific regulatory constraints and a network of interlocutors established on the ground. This is precisely what Clovis Properties brings to each of its customers.

The Haute-Corse seduces by its intact landscapes and the diversity of its territories. From Cap Corse to the Balagne, through Castagniccia and Nebbio, the department offers a range of goods of character that the tourist pressure of the south has not yet standardized.

Saint-Florent, nestled in the gulf of the same name, is one of the most sought after addresses in the north of the island. Its marina, turquoise waters and seafront properties attract an easy clientele in search of discretion. Calvi, with its Genoese citadel and blond sandy beaches, combines seaside prestige and Corsican authenticity.

The Balancing — Redhead Island, Corbara, Speloncato — offers beautiful character properties: carefully restored village houses, transformed sheepfolds, agricultural estates with olive groves and sea views. The market in Haute-Corse remains generally more measured than in Corsica-du-Sud, with stable values that value traditional built heritage more.

South Corsica concentrates the most prestigious addresses on the island. Porto Vecchio and its hinterland constitute the most coveted area, with contemporary villas integrated into the maquis, beachfront properties and private estates with beach access. Prices reach levels supported by constant international demand and structurally limited supply.

Bonifacio, perched on its limestone cliffs facing Sardinia, offers a spectacular setting and properties of great rarity. The old town and its immediate surroundings concentrate a unique built heritage, much sought after by buyers sensitive to the historic character of the sites.

The Gulf of Ajaccio — Porticcio, the Sanguinaries, Coti-Chiavari — seduced by the proximity of the regional capital and the beauty of its coastline. There are contemporary villas with sea views, properties with swimming pool and maquis, as well as some building grounds in still preserved areas.

The island market of prestige is structured around several typologies, each responding to distinct purchaser profiles:

Acquiring prestige in Corsica involves mastering several local, legal and regulatory specificities. Here are the essential attention points to secure your acquisition:

• Littoral law — Strict constraints surround any construction near the shore. A certificate of urban planning is essential before any offer on a property in a coastal area.
• Pre-emption rights — SAFE and some communities have pre-emptive rights over property categories. An informed professional anticipates these risks from the early stages of the transaction.
• Title — Historically, the island has a high indivision rate and sometimes complex cadastral situations. Verification of securities is mandatory before any offer.
• Local taxation — Some tax arrangements are specific to Corsica. We recommend consulting a notary or tax advisor before finalizing your project. This is your sole responsibility.
• Market seasonality — Real estate activity is more intense from April to October. The best opportunities are often negotiated outside the high season, in a less competitive calendar.
• Network and goods off-market — The vast majority of prestige transactions in Corsica are carried out discreetly, without advertising. Access goods off-market requires a strong network and established local presence.

An independent agency based in Soissons, Propriétés Clovis operates throughout France and internationally thanks to a network of local partners selected for their expertise and knowledge of prestigious markets.

In Corsica, we work in collaboration with interlocutors established on the ground, able to identify discreet opportunities and accompany each stage of your project. — of lestimate of your property until the signature of the authentic act.

Owners, you are considering sell your property in Corsica ? Our approach favours discretion, the selection of qualified buyers and the valorization of your property to its fair heritage value, within time frames adapted to the requirements of the island market.