John Taylor
French Riviera, Monaco
French Riviera, Monaco, and Alpine luxury properties
French Riviera, Monaco
Yes
Founded 1864
About John Taylor
Established in 1864, John Taylor is the quintessential French Riviera luxury brokerage with deep roots in Monaco, Saint-Tropez, and Cap d'Antibes.
Known For
- Founded in Cannes in 1864 by an Englishman, John Taylor, to serve British winter residents on the Riviera
- Offices along the Cote d'Azur, in Monaco, Paris and the French Alps, plus affiliates in Italy, Spain, Switzerland and elsewhere
- Villas and apartments in Cap d'Antibes, Cap Ferrat, Saint-Tropez and Monaco, where prices frequently exceed 10 million euros
- A substantial seasonal and long-term rental business on the Riviera runs alongside the sales side
Typical Mandate
A buyer or seller of a Riviera villa, a Monaco apartment or a chalet in Megeve or Courchevel, typically at prices from two or three million euros to several tens of millions. Many sellers are estates or long-term owners of properties that have been in the family for decades; buyers are often northern European, Middle Eastern or American and want a firm that can also arrange seasonal rentals or manage the property between visits.
How to Engage
Clients approach the office nearest the target area, whether Cannes, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Saint-Tropez, Monaco or Megeve, directly via the firm's website or through a referral from a private banker or notary. For purchases, brokers will want a clear brief on location, budget and timing and will ask for evidence of funds before showing discreet listings. A French notary must be appointed for the transaction itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does John Taylor operate?
John Taylor's core territory is the French Riviera, from Cannes and Cap d'Antibes to Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat and Monaco, together with Saint-Tropez, Paris and Alpine resorts such as Megeve and Courchevel. Affiliated offices extend the network to Italy, Spain, Switzerland and other markets.
Does John Taylor handle rentals as well as sales?
Yes. Seasonal and long-term rentals of villas and apartments on the Riviera are a significant part of the business, and the firm also offers property management for owners who use their houses only part of the year.
Is John Taylor still an independent Riviera agency?
The brand has changed hands over its long history and now operates as a network with company-owned offices in France and Monaco and affiliated offices abroad. Its identity remains that of a Riviera specialist, and its Cannes roots date to 1864.
Last reviewed: September 2026. Curated by Trophy Registry from public sources and industry references.
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