This completed two-bedroom apartment is situated in the Benahavís municipality, at the transition between the mountain village's rural interior and the coastal corridor towards Estepona. The residence offers 128 m² of interior space with a 26 m² terrace, within a community with communal pools and landscaped gardens. Completed in 2005 (indicative), the property includes an underground parking space and a 6 m² storage room. The location is inland and quiet: the nearest beaches are approximately 6.6 km away by straight line, while three golf courses lie within 2.8 km. A car is necessary for daily movement.
Within its direct comparison set, this apartment occupies a middle price position. Fuente Lirios in Benahavís starts at €395,000 and represents the entry level of the same municipal market, while Altura 160 in Benahavís (from €499,000) and Acqua Gardens in Estepona (from €524,600) sit above it. The key structural difference is that the comparables are new-build projects with modern energy standards, whereas this property is a 2005 resale, buyers trade newer construction and developer warranties for a finished, legally documented unit with deeded parking and storage, and a rental track record. Locationally, the Benahavís-Estepona border position differs from both town-centre Benahavís and coastal Estepona: it is quieter and greener than either, with golf as the dominant nearby amenity, but further from the beach than Estepona-side developments such as Acqua Gardens. Within the wider Costa del Sol context, the area sits between the premium Marbella-Banús corridor to the east, where prices per square metre are materially higher, and the more moderately priced Estepona expansion zone to the west. Benahavís recorded 800 property transactions against a registered population of 9,472, indicating an active market relative to its size, driven largely by second-home and international demand. The municipal median income context (provincial median €16,450) underscores that the local housing market is substantially externally funded. Buyers comparing this unit against new-build alternatives should weigh the rental permission, unusual in many newer communities, as a differentiating factor, since several comparable developments restrict short-term letting.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property lies in a Benahavís urbanisation at roughly 204 metres above sea level, positioned between the village itself, Estepona and the Guadalmina corridor. Shops and services are a short drive away: a supermarket at 3.7 km, a pharmacy at 707 metres and a hospital at 6.5 km. Marbella is approximately 14 km away. The setting is rural and quiet rather than coastal-resort in character.
The apartment functions as a low-maintenance base for part-time or full-time residence, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, fitted wardrobes, hot and cold air conditioning and underfloor heating in the bathrooms. The south orientation and covered terrace support outdoor use for much of the year. Communal pools, a children's pool and a lift cover the practical needs of a holiday or residential household without private garden upkeep.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 2005 (indicative) and is recorded as being in good condition. The purchase concerns an existing, completed residence with a First Occupation Licence, an underground parking space and a storage room. There is no construction phase or delivery waiting period; the transfer can follow the standard resale process.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden or sea-front location. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, which limits suitability for larger households. There is no private gym or spa within the unit. Public transport is limited to one line with a single stop, so the residence depends on car use. The nearest beach is approximately 6.6 km away in a straight line, requiring a drive.
This residence fits a buyer who wants a finished, legally documented apartment rather than an off-plan purchase, and who accepts car-based daily logistics in exchange for a quiet inland setting. Recognisable situations include: a couple seeking a part-time base within reach of Marbella, Estepona and Puerto Banús, where the 8.7 km drive to the marina covers dining and nightlife needs; a golfer, given three courses within 2.8 km including La Zagaleta, Marbella Club Golf Resort and El Higueral; and an investor focused on the letting market, since the community explicitly permits short-term rentals and the property previously held a tourist licence, with reactivation described as straightforward. It is less suited to households needing more than two bedrooms, to buyers wanting to walk to the beach daily, or to those dependent on public transport, as the municipality is served by a single line with one stop. The combination of a lift, underground parking and storage also makes it workable for older buyers who want a ground-floor-free layout without stairs. Full-time residency is possible but requires accepting that schooling beyond primary level, specialist healthcare and major shopping all involve driving.
The apartment dates from 2005 (indicative) and is recorded in good condition. Photographic material shows a living-dining room with a modern sofa arrangement, marble flooring in the hallway, and a furnished terrace with tiled flooring overlooking palm trees and the resort-style gardens. The specification list is concrete: fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, a covered terrace adjoining the main living space, a private terrace of 26 m², and a lift serving the building. Climate control is covered on three fronts, hot and cold air conditioning for the main rooms and underfloor heating in the bathrooms, the latter being a comfort feature in the December-to-February period when average temperatures dip toward the lower end of the 12, 26 °C annual range. No energy performance certificate rating is stated in the available data; as a 2005 building, the thermal envelope predates the current building code, and heating and cooling costs will reflect that. Buyers should verify the certificate during due diligence. The included assets, an underground parking space and a 6 m² trastero (storage room), are separate deeded elements in many communities and should be confirmed as included in the purchase. The community itself is described as well maintained, with communal pools, a children's pool and botanical-style walkways; the monthly community fee should be requested as part of the standard information pack.
The asking price for this 128 m² apartment is €450,000, which equates to roughly €3,500 per square metre of built area. Within the immediate comparison set, Fuente Lirios in Benahavís starts from €395,000, Altura 160 in Benahavís from €499,000, and Acqua Gardens in Estepona from €524,600. The property therefore sits in the middle band of the local market. The price includes an underground parking space and a 6 m² storage room, which are separate cost items in many new-build purchases. As a completed resale, additional costs follow the standard Andalusian pattern: transfer tax, notary and registry fees.
Daily life here follows the rhythm of an inland residential urbanisation. Mornings are typically quiet: the south-facing terrace receives sun through the middle of the day, and the communal gardens and pools serve as the immediate outdoor extension of the apartment. The nearest pharmacy is a 707-metre walk, and a sports pavilion, municipal gym and municipal pools all sit within about a kilometre, which makes basic exercise facilities reachable without a long drive. For groceries, the nearest supermarket is 3.7 km away, meaning shopping is generally done by car in larger runs rather than on foot. The same applies to schools, one primary school serves the municipality, and to healthcare beyond the pharmacy. Restaurant supply within a two-kilometre radius is notable for a settlement of this size: fourteen establishments and four cafés, reflecting Benahavís's reputation as a dining destination. The practical pattern is therefore a car-based household: short drives to the coast, to San Pedro de Alcántara or to Estepona for services, with the urbanisation itself functioning as the quiet home base. The terrain slopes gently within a mountain valley at 204 metres elevation, and viewpoints such as Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 600 metres indicate walking options directly from the community. An electric vehicle charging point at 277 metres supports car-dependent living with modern infrastructure.
Benahavís is a mountain municipality of 145 km² with 9,472 registered inhabitants (INE, 2025), positioned between Marbella (14 km), Estepona and Ronda. The property's immediate environment combines rural quiet with a surprising density of amenities: within two kilometres there are fourteen restaurants, four cafés, three banks, one pharmacy and one school, alongside a municipal sports pavilion, gym and public pools all within a kilometre. The municipal swimming pools at 0.9 km provide an alternative to the community pools in high summer. Walking infrastructure is present in the form of viewpoints, Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 0.6 km and Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 1.2 km, indicating marked paths into the surrounding valley. The Guadalmansa and Guadalmina river areas lie downhill towards the coast. Motorised access runs via the A-7175 to the coastal A-7/AP-7 corridor, from which San Pedro de Alcántara, Estepona and Marbella are all within a 15-to-20-minute drive. Bus service is minimal: one line, one stop. The nearest international school, The International School of Estepona, is 6.0 km away. Outside the summer season, the urbanisation is notably quieter, with the village and its restaurants remaining open year-round given the permanent population.
The map shows the property's inland position in the Benahavís valley: the coastal strip with Saladillo and Isdabe beaches lies downhill to the south, Puerto Banús to the east, and the golf courses cluster immediately around the urbanisation. The A-7/AP-7 corridor connects the location to Marbella and Estepona.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Benahavís occupies an inland position between the Marbella and Estepona coastal zones, 7 km from the sea and roughly 14 km from Marbella centre. The municipality is known for its restaurant concentration and for gated residential estates such as La Zagaleta. Relative to the region's larger cities, Marbella (147,958 inhabitants), Algeciras (56 km) and Málaga (60 km), Benahavís functions as a low-density residential and leisure enclave rather than an urban centre. The property's specific position near the Estepona border places it closer to that town's services than to Benahavís village itself. Property transaction volume in the municipality is recorded at 800, and the provincial median income is €16,450.
By straight-line distance, the nearest beaches, Playa del Saladillo and Playa Isdabe, lie 6.6 to 6.7 km away, roughly a ten-minute drive down to the coast. Puerto Deportivo José Banús is 8.7 km, and San Pedro de Alcántara is approximately five minutes further along the coast road. Estepona and Marbella are each around fifteen minutes by car. Golf access is unusually close: La Zagaleta's course at 2.2 km, Marbella Club Golf Resort at 2.3 km and El Higueral at 2.8 km. Airport access is the main distance factor: Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) is approximately 51 km straight-line (48 km by road per the listing data, in practice a 50-to-60-minute drive), and Gibraltar (GIB) is around 50 km straight-line to the southwest. An EV charging point is 277 metres from the property, with a Tesla Supercharger in Estepona at 7.4 km. A hospital is 6.5 km away.
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 50 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 51 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The property sits at 204 metres above sea level on the lower slopes of the Benahávís valley. The regional climate data shows an annual average temperature of 18.1 °C with a seasonal range of roughly 12 to 26 °C, and 3,846 recorded sunshine hours per year, a figure that supports year-round terrace use on the south-facing orientation. The swimming season in local waters is around four months at sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, roughly June through September; the communal pool extends this window somewhat. The elevation gives slightly cooler nights than the immediate coast in summer, while winters remain mild. The slope of the terrain means some paths within and around the urbanisation involve gradient; the viewpoints at 0.6 and 1.2 km indicate accessible hillside walking. Mediterranean vegetation dominates the surroundings, in contrast to the built-up coastal strip.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa del Saladillo and Playa Isdabe, lie 6.6, 6.7 km downhill towards the Estepona border and are reached in about ten minutes by car; beach days therefore require a drive rather than a walk, with parking to consider in August. Golf is the dominant recreational asset of this specific location: three courses, La Zagaleta Country Club (2.2 km), Marbella Club Golf Resort (2.3 km) and El Higueral Golf (2.8 km), sit within a narrow radius, noting that La Zagaleta and Marbella Club are private-membership facilities and El Higueral operates within a residential resort context. Municipal sport is well provided: a sports pavilion at 0.7 km, a gym at 0.8 km and public pools at 0.9 km. The municipality records 25 sports facilities in total. For nautical recreation, Puerto Banús marina is 8.7 km away. Walking routes depart close to the property, including the Tajo del Novio viewpoint at 600 metres.
25 Facilities Available
Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Benahavís occupies an inland position between the Marbella and Estepona coastal zones, 7 km from the sea and roughly 14 km from Marbella centre. The municipality is known for its restaurant concentration and for gated residential estates such as La Zagaleta. Relative to the region's larger cities, Marbella (147,958 inhabitants), Algeciras (56 km) and Málaga (60 km), Benahavís functions as a low-density residential and leisure enclave rather than an urban centre. The property's specific position near the Estepona border places it closer to that town's services than to Benahavís village itself. Property transaction volume in the municipality is recorded at 800, and the provincial median income is €16,450.
Benahavís is a Spanish town (pueblo) and municipality in the province of Malaga. It is a mountain village between Marbella, Estepona, and Ronda, 7 kilometers (4.3 mi) from the coast.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | °C | 86 mm |
| February | 11.8°C | 87 mm |
| March | 13.6°C | 110 mm |
| April | 15.4°C | 72 mm |
| May | 18.7°C | 32 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 3 mm |
| July | 25.6°C | 0 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 2 mm |
| September | 22.6°C | 33 mm |
| October | 19.0°C | 96 mm |
| November | 14.3°C | 122 mm |
| December | 12.4°C | 119 mm |
Ref: VL849439
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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