La Fontonne is a popular neighbourhood for a first purchase in Antibes: more affordable than the centre, well connected and favoured by professionals working in Sophia Antipolis. I'm Audrey Hurelle, an independent mortgage broker, and first-time buyers make up most of my work here.
The property market in La Fontonne
Family apartments and townhouses at prices well below those in Vieil Antibes or Cap d'Antibes.
Many buyers work in Sophia Antipolis, often having recently started a permanent professional or managerial role under a CDI (permanent employment contract).
Some new-build developments offer access to the PTZ (state-backed interest-free loan) for a main home.
Financing specifics in La Fontonne
Sophia Antipolis professionals
A recently started permanent contract, a completed probation period, bonuses or shares: these details need to be presented in the right way for lenders to take them into account.
PTZ for new-build homes
Antibes is in zone B1 (a French housing-policy area classification). Where the property qualifies, I include the PTZ in your financing plan.
Limited deposit
A smaller deposit need not rule you out if your remaining savings and account management are sound.
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FAQ — Mortgage broker in La Fontonne
- Yes, most banks will consider you once your probation period ends, and sometimes earlier depending on your sector.
- Antibes is in zone B1: you can use the PTZ for a new-build main home, subject to income limits.
- Yes: La Fontonne, Juan-les-Pins, Vieil Antibes, Cap d'Antibes, Les Semboules and La Constance.