Located at 2 rue de Lépante in Nice, Palais Pauline is part of an emblematic early 20th-century architectural ensemble. Designed by the architect Charles-Joseph Bellon, it reflects the architectural codes of Belle Époque Nice.
Its corner composition, marked by a rotunda and a domed crown, makes the building easy to recognise. Close to the city centre, it enjoys a sought-after location in the Lépante Est district.
The Lépante Est district and rue de Lépante
Palais Pauline has a central address on rue de Lépante, close to avenue Jean-Médecin, Notre-Dame Basilica and the main shops of the city centre. The area is well served by public transport, and many everyday services are within walking distance.
Some sources place this district within Carabacel. It brings together several bourgeois buildings from the early 20th century and suits those who want to live in the centre of Nice in an urban, heritage setting.
Belle Époque architecture by Charles-Joseph Bellon
Palais Pauline was built from 1906 by Charles-Joseph Bellon, a Nice-born architect (1867) and one of the leading figures of the Belle Époque in the city. He designed many buildings in the city centre, including Palais Gounod, and helped shape the bourgeois character of the area.
Palais Pauline is a fine example of this work. The corner composition, the rotunda and the domed crown give the building an elegant, recognisable silhouette on rue de Lépante.
Living at Palais Pauline
Palais Pauline suits buyers looking for an apartment in a period building with character, steps from city-centre amenities. Shops, public transport and the main places of Niçois life are close by, for an urban daily routine.
As in any building of this period, the position of each apartment (floor, orientation, outlook, condition of the common areas) affects comfort and value.
What is an apartment at Palais Pauline worth?
According to MLS Côte d'Azur data, two apartments were sold at Palais Pauline in 2022 and 2023, and a third went under contract in September 2026. Recorded prices range from €5,119 to €7,667 per m².
A 105 m² six-room apartment on the 5th floor sold in March 2022 for €538,000, or about €5,119/m². A 39 m² two-room apartment sold in April 2023 for €299,000, or about €7,667/m². A 111 m² four-room apartment went under contract in September 2026 at €599,000, or about €5,386/m².
These differences show that the price per m² varies with the size of the apartment, its floor, condition and features. The sample is limited to three transactions and is not a market average. A personalised valuation takes your apartment’s characteristics into account when you put it on the market.
Our agency’s view of Palais Pauline
Palais Pauline offers an interesting profile for buyers who value Belle Époque architecture and a central address. Its distinctive corner and its location in Lépante Est make it an easily identifiable residence in the centre of Nice.
To assess an apartment, it is important to look closely at its floor, exposure, layout and condition. These criteria can lead to differences in value between two properties in the same residence.
FAQ about Palais Pauline
Where is Palais Pauline in Nice?
Palais Pauline is at 2 rue de Lépante, 06000 Nice, in the Lépante Est district, close to the city centre and avenue Jean-Médecin.
Who built Palais Pauline?
The building was constructed from 1906 by the Niçois architect Charles-Joseph Bellon, a leading figure of Belle Époque architecture in Nice.
What is the architectural style of Palais Pauline?
Palais Pauline belongs to Belle Époque architecture in Nice. Its corner composition, rotunda and domed crown make it easy to identify.
Is Palais Pauline well located for city-centre living?
Yes. Its position close to the city centre gives easy access to shops, services and public transport.
What affects the value of an apartment in the residence?
Floor, surface area, exposure, overall condition, outdoor space and annexes all influence value. An on-site valuation lets us assess them together.
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