This ground-floor apartment is situated in the Los Flamingos area near Benahavís, within the Villa Padierna Golf Resort environment on the western Costa del Sol. The property offers 117 m² of constructed space, including 99 m² of interior living area, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private terrace and direct access to communal gardens. The home was completed in 2004, is presented in good condition and includes a private underground parking space. A valid VUT tourist rental licence is in place. The asking price is fixed at €590,000.
Set against current new-build offerings on the Costa del Sol, this €590,000 resale apartment occupies a different market position from the region's recent launches. Comparable projects such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar start from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those developments offer modern construction, developer warranties and contemporary energy performance at entry prices well below this asking figure, but typically at smaller sizes, without an established tourist licence and, in several cases, in less mature surroundings. What this property offers instead is immediacy and completeness: a key-ready home in a twenty-year-old community with grown tropical gardens, communal pools, an operational resort environment around it, a parking space included and a rental licence already granted. The price per constructed square metre works out at roughly €5,043, which is above new-build entry pricing in the comparable list but consistent with the villa-and-golf segment of the western Costa del Sol, where Benahavís addresses carry a premium over Torre del Mar or eastern Mijas. Buyers comparing options should weigh three trade-offs. First, specification versus maturity: new build delivers current finishes and efficiency; this home delivers established grounds and resort infrastructure. Second, licence versus warranty: the VUT licence is an immediate income asset, while a 2004 building shifts maintenance responsibility to the owner and community. Third, location character: the comparables sit in more conventional residential districts, whereas Los Flamingos is a resort setting where amenities arrive with the golf environment but daily walkability is limited. For buyers prioritising turnkey rental income in a prestigious address, the resale premium is the relevant cost; for buyers prioritising new-build standards at a lower entry point, the comparable developments present a clear alternative.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment lies in a gated residential urbanisation at Los Flamingos, close to golf facilities and within driving distance of Marbella, Puerto Banús and Estepona. The setting is residential and green, oriented towards golf courses and the Mediterranean. Daily errands require a car; shops, schools and beaches are described as a short drive away rather than within walking distance.
The layout serves two main profiles: a couple or small family seeking a low-maintenance residence, and buyers wanting a holiday home with rental income. Two bedrooms with ensuite access, a covered terrace, air conditioning, central heating, double glazing and lift access cover year-round comfort. Communal pools, paddle tennis and landscaped gardens provide outdoor leisure without private maintenance obligations.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment dates from 2004 and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. The construction status is completed; no delivery waiting period applies. Interior condition is described as good, with fitted wardrobes, a fully fitted kitchen and a modernised presentation, but the underlying building is of early-2000s construction.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden ownership, sea-front position or more than two bedrooms. No information is available about community fees, annual taxes or structural condition. The nearest beach is a drive away rather than walking distance. Buyers relying on public transport or daily walkability will find the car-dependent golf-urbanisation setting a limitation.
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. A couple reducing from a larger house may value the single-level layout, lift access and garden outlook without the upkeep of a private plot. Buyers seeking a second home with income potential benefit from the existing VUT licence, which allows holiday letting from the first season of ownership, subject to compliance with regional regulations. Golf players and resort-lifestyle buyers will find the location within the Villa Padierna environment directly aligned with their habits. Retirees wanting a quiet, gated setting with communal pools, heating for winter months and double glazing can use the home year-round. The property suits households of two to four people at most: with two bedrooms, larger families or buyers needing a home office plus guest room plus second office will find the layout constrained. Those who walk everywhere or depend on public transport should note that this urbanisation is car-dependent by design. Buyers focused on modern new-build specifications, a private pool or a seafront position would be looking at a different segment of the market. Finally, the 2004 construction date means the property offers established gardens and mature surroundings rather than developer warranties, which matters to buyers who weigh new-build guarantees heavily.
The apartment belongs to a 2004 construction, and its current presentation reflects a well-maintained resale rather than a developer-finished new build. Interior finishes include a fitted kitchen, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and a bathroom equipped with a tub, tiled surfaces and mirror cabinetry, visible in the property photographs. The living room combines wooden furniture and neutral decoration, indicating a move-in-ready state. Technical comfort is addressed through air conditioning for summer, central heating for the cooler months and double glazing throughout, a combination that supports year-round habitation rather than seasonal use only. A satellite TV connection, a storage room and a laundry area with washing machine add practical household infrastructure. The building provides lift access, which is relevant given the ground-floor position and reduces dependence on stairs for residents and guests alike. The private underground parking space protects the vehicle from sun and heat and is included in the asking price. Exterior elements consist of a covered terrace with lounge seating and a private terrace area opening onto the communal tropical gardens. Communal facilities, swimming pools, paddle tennis court and landscaped grounds, are maintained by the community, with costs shared among owners. Buyers conducting due diligence should commission a technical inspection to verify the condition of installations, given the building's age, and should request the community's maintenance records and fee structure before committing.
The asking price is fixed at €590,000 for the apartment as a whole, including the private underground parking space. This is an existing resale property, so there is no price list with unit variations; the figure applies to the specific home described: 117 m² constructed, 99 m² interior, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The price reflects the golf-resort location, the sea and golf views and the transferable tourist rental licence. Prospective buyers should budget separately for purchase costs such as transfer tax, notary and registry fees, and should request current community fee and IBI figures from the selling agent, as these are not included in the available data.
Daily life at this apartment follows the rhythm of a gated golf urbanisation. Mornings typically begin on the south-facing covered terrace, which looks out over landscaped gardens, the golf course and, in the distance, the sea. Because the unit sits on the ground floor, the terrace functions as an extension of the living area, with direct steps down into the communal gardens. The living and dining area receives daylight through this orientation, and the kitchen is fully fitted, so the home is usable from day one. The two bedrooms are supported by two bathrooms, one of them ensuite, which suits both permanent residents and holiday guests. Practical details such as a storage room, a laundry area with washing machine, fitted wardrobes, double glazing and lift access reduce everyday friction. Outside the front gate, the community offers swimming pools and paddle tennis, while the surrounding resort provides golf, hotel and dining facilities. Life here is quiet and car-based: the urbanisation is deliberately set apart from town centres, so groceries, schools and beaches are reached by car within minutes. Out of the summer season the area becomes noticeably calmer, which residents seeking tranquillity will appreciate, while those wanting street-level bustle would need to drive towards Marbella or Estepona. The valid tourist rental licence means the home can also operate as a short-stay holiday let when not in use by the owner, subject to community rules.
The immediate surroundings are defined by the golf resort: fairways, tropical gardens, communal pools and low-rise residential buildings within a gated perimeter. Recreational infrastructure within the wider area includes several golf courses, Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 6.2 km straight-line distance and Club de Golf de Guadalhorce at 6.9 km, with Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez at 8.9 km, giving players variety within a short drive. The coastline provides beaches such as Playa de San Andrés at 1.8 km as the crow flies and Playa de la Misericordia at 2.1 km; road distances to sand are longer than these figures suggest. Marina facilities are available at IGY Málaga Marina (3.4 km) and Marina Real Club Mediterráneo (3.5 km) in a straight line. The area counts a high density of everyday amenities within a two-kilometre radius in the broader district: around 170 restaurants, 129 pharmacies, 97 cafés and 59 banks, plus a primary school and 15 dental practices. Housing transactions in the district run at roughly 800 per year, indicating an active resale market. The terrain is essentially flat, with an average gradient of 0.9 per cent towards the beach, which makes walking and cycling in the vicinity undemanding once one leaves the urbanisation grounds.
The map shows the apartment's position within the Los Flamingos area near Benahavís, surrounded by golf courses and residential urbanisations. Markers indicate beaches to the southeast, golf clubs within a six-to-nine kilometre radius and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport roughly 6 km as the crow flies to the northeast. All distances shown are straight-line; road routes are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, the property occupies the western resort belt between Marbella and Estepona, in the Benahavís municipality known for golf developments and gated communities. Its position combines resort seclusion with relative proximity to Malaga city and its airport, roughly 6 km in a straight line, which is closer than most Marbella-area properties typically are. This dual character, quiet golf urbanisation plus access to a major city's amenities, transport and 170-restaurant dining scene within the district, distinguishes the location from both inland villages and dense coastal towns. Puerto Banús and Estepona are described as a short drive away, placing shopping, nightlife and marina life within easy reach without living in their midst.
Accessibility rests primarily on the private car. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies roughly 6 km away in a straight line, making flight connections unusually close for a resort location, while Gibraltar Airport is about 101 km and Alicante-Elche about 386 km distant. Rail links exist in the wider district, with stations such as Barbarela (0.7 km straight-line), El Torcal (1.0 km) and La Unión (1.1 km), though practical walking access from a gated urbanisation should be verified on site. Public transport consists of four lines serving 21 stops in the surrounding area, sufficient for occasional trips but not for daily car-free living. Beach access by road should be planned at several minutes' drive; the 1.8 km figure to Playa de San Andrés is the direct distance, and actual routes are longer. Shops, international schools and healthcare are all reachable by car within the district's dense amenity network. Residents should expect to own a vehicle; the included underground parking space covers this need directly.
| Beach Distance | 1.8 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 101 km |
| Barbarela | 0.7 km |
| El Torcal | 1 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Mediterranean coastal profile. Monthly average temperatures range from 12°C in the coolest month to 27°C in the warmest, with an annual mean of 18.8°C, conditions that allow outdoor use of the terrace and gardens for most of the year. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, generally from late spring to early autumn. The elevation of 17 metres above sea level and the near-flat terrain (0.9 per cent gradient) mean no notable climbs between the home and the coast. Winters are mild enough that the combination of central heating and double glazing covers the colder periods comfortably, while air conditioning manages the July and August peaks. The immediate green setting of golf courses and tropical gardens benefits from the same climate, staying lush through the dry summer months thanks to resort irrigation. For buyers from northern Europe, the practical difference is the number of months with terrace dining, pool use and outdoor activity: realistically eight to ten months of the year rather than the three or four of more northern latitudes.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Coastal recreation within reach includes Playa de San Andrés at 1.8 km direct distance, Playa de la Misericordia at 2.1 km and Playa Sacaba at 3.1 km, offering a choice of urban and more open stretches of sand, all reached by car. Golf is the anchor leisure activity of the location: three courses lie within nine kilometres as the crow flies, Club de Golf Málaga Parador (6.2 km), Club de Golf de Guadalhorce (6.9 km) and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez (8.9 km), in addition to the facilities of the Villa Padierna resort itself, which the source description credits with three championship courses, a five-star hotel and spa, and restaurants. Sports options close by include Pabellón Deportivo Tiro de Pichón and Campo de Fútbol Tiro de Pichón, both at 0.4 km, and a tennis school at 0.7 km straight-line distance. Paddle tennis is available within the community itself. For scenic outings, viewpoints at Mirador de la Alcazaba and Mirador Torre del Atabal (both 3.5 km) and Torre Blanca (3.9 km) offer coastal panoramas. Electric-vehicle charging points are found at 2.0 km and beyond. Marinas at 3.4 km and 3.5 km cater to boat owners and waterfront dining.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5°C | 62 mm |
| February | 13.2°C | 56 mm |
| March | 14.9°C | 66 mm |
| April | 16.9°C | 41 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 23 mm |
| June | 23.6°C | 4 mm |
| July | 26.1°C | 0 mm |
| August | 26.7°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 25 mm |
| October | 19.9°C | 61 mm |
| November | 15.8°C | 77 mm |
| December | 13.4°C | 88 mm |
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Ref: VL984542
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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