An exceptional manor on the banks of the Seine: A rare opportunity in Rueil-Malmaison

Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty is offering for sale a prime riverside manor in Rueil-Malmaison (Hauts-de-Seine), priced at 5,500,000 €. The property offers 500 m² of living space set in a 6,000 m² grounds, with a mosaic swimming pool and a tennis court. This 19th-century residence once hosted Comédie-Française actress Gabrielle Colonna-Romano, a model for Auguste Renoir.

A riverside manor in Rueil-Malmaison

The manor stands on the banks of the Seine, a few kilometres from Paris. A driveway lined with cypress and clipped box leads to a carmine-brick building, a shade typical of 19th-century houses. The terrace opens onto the Seine. The setting is rare and bucolic at the gates of the capital, in a sought-after part of the Hauts-de-Seine.

Reception volumes and six bedrooms

The interior offers 500 m² with generous volumes and abundant light. The ground floor gathers a double living room, a large dining room opening onto the landscaped grounds, a convivial kitchen and a library. The upper floor holds six bedrooms, two bathrooms and two shower rooms. A caretaker’s house completes the property. The layout suits family living as much as entertaining.

A 6,000 m² grounds, pool and tennis court

The property sits within landscaped grounds of 6,000 m². A mosaic swimming pool and a tennis court complete the outdoor amenities. Enclosed, planted grounds of this size stay rare so close to Paris. They bring the privacy and space of a large country estate, while keeping the Seine and the capital within immediate reach.

Gabrielle Colonna-Romano, a model for Renoir

The residence once hosted Gabrielle Colonna-Romano, born Gabrielle Dreyfus. A student of Sarah Bernhardt, she was a sociétaire of the Comédie-Française from 1913 to 1936, known for her tragic roles. Auguste Renoir took her as a model, notably in « Portrait de Colonna Romano » (1912) and « Jeune femme à la rose » (1913). She rests in the Rueil-Malmaison cemetery.

Prime property prices in Rueil-Malmaison

Rueil-Malmaison ranks among the sought-after residential towns of the Hauts-de-Seine. To place the house market in early 2026:

• Houses, average: around 6,800 to 8,000 €/m²
• High-end homes and prime areas: up to around 10,000 to 10,700 €/m²
• Apartments: around 5,600 €/m²

A manor set in 6,000 m² of grounds, on the banks of the Seine, with a pool and a tennis court, belongs to a niche segment. Its value rests on the land, the setting, the amenities and the history of the place, rather than on a built price per square metre. Every property of this kind calls for a bespoke valuation.

FAQ – Prime manor in Rueil-Malmaison

Where is this manor located?

The manor is located in Rueil-Malmaison, in the Hauts-de-Seine, on the banks of the Seine, a few kilometres from Paris. It sits within landscaped grounds of 6,000 m², with a pool and a tennis court. The town combines Napoleonic heritage, green spaces and fast access to the capital via the RER A. The property is offered by Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty.

What is the price of this property?

The manor is offered at 5,500,000 € by Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty. In Rueil-Malmaison, houses sit at around 6,800 to 8,000 €/m² on average in early 2026, up to about 10,700 €/m² for high-end homes. A property set in grounds, on the Seine, with a pool and tennis court is valued beyond these benchmarks, depending on the land and its rarity.

Which parts of Rueil-Malmaison are most sought after?

The riverside and the areas around the parc de Bois-Préau rank among the most sought-after parts of Rueil-Malmaison. Buyers look for quiet, generous outdoor space and proximity to the château de Malmaison and the Mont-Valérien. These leafy areas attract families seeking space, without giving up closeness to Paris.

What makes this property rare?

Its rarity comes from a combination of features. Enclosed grounds of 6,000 m², a mosaic pool and a tennis court on the banks of the Seine remain exceptional this close to Paris. Add to that 19th-century carmine-brick architecture and a past linked to actress Gabrielle Colonna-Romano. Together these make a one-of-a-kind property.

Who was Gabrielle Colonna-Romano?

Gabrielle Colonna-Romano, born Gabrielle Dreyfus, was a French actress and a sociétaire of the Comédie-Française from 1913 to 1936. A student of Sarah Bernhardt, she excelled in tragic roles. She also modelled for Auguste Renoir, who painted her in « Portrait de Colonna Romano » (1912) and « Jeune femme à la rose » (1913). She rests in Rueil-Malmaison.

How do you get a prime property valued in the Hauts-de-Seine?

Valuing a prime property rests on a close reading of the area, the land, the amenities and how rare the property is. For a manor or a large estate, the grounds, the setting and the history weigh as much as floor area. The Sotheby’s International Realty network provides targeted international exposure. You can request a free valuation on +33 1 41 25 00 00.

Valuing a prime property in Rueil-Malmaison and the Hauts-de-Seine

To find the value of a character house, a manor or a large estate in Rueil-Malmaison, Paris Ouest Sotheby’s International Realty combines local expertise with international exposure through the Sotheby’s International Realty network. You can request a free valuation or reach an advisor on +33 1 41 25 00 00. The conversation stays confidential, with no obligation.