If you hate money, this is a great way to risk becoming French tax resident.In other words, will renting in Monaco + owning just outside Monaco + doing your daily shopping and spending in Monaco work?
You can own property in France, but you need to be careful not to end up French resident for tax purposes by spending too much time there.
Monaco isn't for everyone, and I'm not just talking about money. Some people can't stand how small, shallow, and boring it is/can be. But you need to not give anyone else reason to think you're tax resident anywhere other than Monaco.