This completed two-bedroom apartment sits in the El Higuerón area of Benalmádena, roughly 12 km west of Málaga on the Costa del Sol. Built in 2020, the property offers 135 m² of space, two bathrooms, a covered private terrace with sea views, and two underground parking spaces with a storage room. The complex includes an outdoor pool, a heated indoor pool, spa and gym. The coastal setting places Playa Malapesquera within approximately 230 m, with a supermarket at 245 m and Málaga Airport around 9 km away. The listed price is €690,000.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment is located in El Higuerón, an established residential hillside area of Benalmádena above the coast. The nearest beach, Playa Malapesquera, lies approximately 230 m away in a straight line. The surrounding neighbourhood is urban, with shops, pharmacies and restaurants within walking distance, and the A-7 and AP-7 motorways provide road access towards Málaga, Fuengirola and Marbella.
The property functions as a two-bedroom coastal home with year-round usability: air conditioning, a heated indoor pool and a covered terrace extend use beyond the summer season. The layout suits couples, small families or owners seeking a second residence with letting potential. Two parking spaces and a storage room address practical needs for permanent or seasonal occupation.
Construction was completed in 2020, meaning the building is finished and the unit is ready for immediate occupation. No off-plan waiting period applies. Documentation, energy certification and completion dates are therefore verifiable in the present rather than projected. Delivery is stated as 2020, which should be confirmed against the first occupation licence (licencia de primera ocupación).
The property does not include a private pool, private garden or independent villa-style plot. Parking is limited to two underground spaces within the complex. The unit has two bedrooms and two bathrooms; larger household configurations are not accommodated. Communal facilities are shared with other residents, and pet, rental and community rules are subject to the community statutes (statutos de la comunidad).
Ref: VL456818
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a permanent coastal home with manageable size will find that the two-bedroom layout, lift access and proximity to services reduce practical friction, particularly for owners planning to live in Spain full time. Buyers wanting a second residence with strong seasonal rental potential benefit from the walking distance to beaches and the year-round usability created by the heated indoor pool and air conditioning. Owners who travel frequently will value the 9 km distance to Málaga Airport and the train connection at Arroyo de la Miel, which allows arrival and departure without long transfers. The property is less suited to buyers requiring three or more bedrooms, a private pool or direct ground-level beach access without any incline, given the 8.2% slope measured towards the shore. It also does not suit buyers seeking a detached villa or a plot, as it is an apartment within a shared community. For buyers combining residence with investment, Benalmádena recorded 2,299 property transactions and maintains a tourism base of 24 hotels and roughly 11,000 beds, which supports rental demand in the shoulder seasons as well as summer.
The unit was completed in 2020 under contemporary Spanish construction standards, which means current technical building code (Código Técnico de la Edificación) requirements applied to the build, including thermal insulation and ventilation standards. Internally, the property includes a fully fitted kitchen, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, a utility room and air conditioning throughout. Photographic documentation shows a bathroom with a bathtub and double sink unit, indicating en-suite provision consistent with the two-bathroom layout. The living areas open onto a covered terrace with floor-level glazing typical of post-2018 Costa del Sol construction, orientated towards sea views. The building includes lift access and two private underground parking spaces plus a storage room, which is above the regional norm of a single space for two-bedroom units. Buyers should verify the energy performance certificate (certificado de eficiencia energética) rating, the ten-year building guarantee (seguro decenal) documentation and the quality specifications listed in the original purchase contract, since these define the developer's liability window. Communal areas include an outdoor pool, heated indoor pool, spa and gym, whose maintenance standards and costs are governed by the community of owners. As the building is completed, all finishes can be inspected physically rather than assessed from plans.
The asking price is €690,000 for a completed 2019, 2020 build with 135 m² of built area, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two underground parking spaces and a storage room. Within Benalmádena's new-build segment, comparable listings range from approximately €524,000 (Nexus Residences) to €753,800 (Astrid), with Alba Benalmádena at around €598,000. The price positions this property in the mid-to-upper segment of the local market. Community fees, IBI (property tax) and waste charges apply in addition and should be requested in writing.
Daily life at this property centres on the relationship between the apartment, the terrace and the coastline below. The living area opens onto a covered terrace with panoramic sea views, which in practice functions as an additional room for much of the year given the region's recorded 3,888 hours of annual sunshine. Mornings tend to follow a simple pattern: a walk down towards Playa Malapesquera or Playa de Santa Ana, both within a few hundred metres, followed by shopping at the supermarket 245 m from the door. The neighbourhood around El Higuerón is residential rather than seasonal in character. Within a 2 km radius there are 186 restaurants, 48 cafés, 28 pharmacies and 23 bank branches, which means daily errands do not depend on car travel. For sport, the complex itself offers a gym, spa and both outdoor and heated indoor pools, while the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink (0.6 km), the Club de Raqueta (1.0 km) and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel (1.1 km) provide public alternatives. The train station at Arroyo de la Miel, about 1 km away, connects to Málaga, Torremolinos and Fuengirola, reducing dependence on a car for regional trips. One practical consideration is the terrain: the slope towards the beach is measured at roughly 8.2%, which means the return walk uphill is noticeable. Outside the summer months the area remains active year-round, supported by a permanent population of over 78,000 in Benalmádena and a substantial service economy.
Benalmádena sits between Torremolinos and Fuengirola, 12 km west of Málaga, with a 2025 registered population of 78,338. The municipality offers 13 primary schools and 11 secondary schools, two health centres and one hospital 3.4 km from the property, which supports year-round family living rather than purely seasonal occupation. The nearest pharmacy is 402 m away and a supermarket 245 m. Transport infrastructure is a defining feature: the Cercanías train station at Arroyo de la Miel (approximately 1 km) connects to Málaga city centre and Fuengirola, with 8 public transport lines and 15 stops serving the wider area. Málaga Airport is 9.3 km distant, one of the shortest airport distances on the Costa del Sol, reducing transfer times for international owners. The steepness of the terrain is the main physical characteristic to note: Benalmádena rises from sea level to over 200 m inland, and the specific slope to the beach is 8.2%. This produces the sea views the area is known for, at the cost of uphill walks or short drives from the shore.
The map shows the property in El Higuerón on the lower coastal slope of Benalmádena, between the shoreline at Playa Malapesquera and the town centre at Arroyo de la Miel. The A-7 motorway and the Cercanías railway line run parallel to the coast behind the beach zone, connecting westwards to Fuengirola and eastwards to Málaga and its airport.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Benalmádena occupies a central position on the western Costa del Sol, 12 km west of Málaga (population 579,076) and 31 km north-east of Marbella (population 147,958), with Fuengirola immediately to the west. This places the property within commuting and leisure range of both the provincial capital and the Marbella, Estepona corridor, while retaining a distinct town identity with its own marina, beaches and arroyo districts. The 9.3 km distance to Málaga Airport is among the shortest available on the coast and is a structural advantage for international ownership.
Distances from the property, measured in straight line: Playa Malapesquera 229 m, Playa de Santa Ana 588 m, Playa de Benalmádena 1.1 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 9.3 km, reachable in roughly 15, 20 minutes by car depending on traffic. Málaga city centre lies 18 km to the east and Fuengirola a similar distance to the west via the A-7 or AP-7. Golf options include Golf Benalmádena Pitch & Putt at 3.4 km, Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez at 4.9 km and Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 7.7 km. The nearest hospital is 3.4 km away, and the nearest EV charging point is 7.0 km, with Tesla superchargers at Fuengirola (6.5 km) and Málaga (7.7 km).
| Beach Distance | 0.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 9 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
| Benalmadena - Arroyo de la Miel | 1 km |
| El Pinillo | 1.8 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The area records approximately 3,888 hours of sunshine per year and an average annual temperature of 18.6°C, figures consistent with the western Costa del Sol's Mediterranean climate. The sea temperature reaches or exceeds 20°C for roughly four months of the year, defining a comfortable swimming season from approximately June to September, though the heated indoor pool in the complex extends swimming beyond this window. The property sits at approximately 54 m above sea level on the lower slopes of El Higuerón. The incline towards the beach measures 8.2%, which is steep enough to influence daily walking routines. Natural viewpoints nearby include Mirador Los Cañones (2.6 km), Mirador del Madroño (3.9 km) and Mirador del Lobo (4.1 km), giving access to coastal and mountain scenery within a short drive.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
Benalmádena's coastline includes two Blue Flag beaches: Carvajal and Fuente de la Salud. The closest beaches to the property are Playa Malapesquera (approximately 230 m), Playa de Santa Ana (588 m) and Playa de Bil Bil (0.8 km), the latter known for its distinctive red-and-white Moorish-style cultural centre fronting the sand. Recreational infrastructure is extensive for a town of this size, with 219 registered sports facilities. Specific options include the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink at 0.6 km, the Club de Raqueta racquets club at 1.0 km and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel municipal sports centre at 1.1 km. Golfers have three courses within 8 km. The marina at Puerto Deportivo Benalmádena, one of the larger leisure ports on this coast, adds sailing and dining options within the municipality.
219 Facilities Available
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap, CSD
Benalmádena occupies a central position on the western Costa del Sol, 12 km west of Málaga (population 579,076) and 31 km north-east of Marbella (population 147,958), with Fuengirola immediately to the west. This places the property within commuting and leisure range of both the provincial capital and the Marbella, Estepona corridor, while retaining a distinct town identity with its own marina, beaches and arroyo districts. The 9.3 km distance to Málaga Airport is among the shortest available on the coast and is a structural advantage for international ownership.
Benalmádena is a town in Andalusia in southern Spain, 12 km west of Málaga, on the Costa del Sol between Torremolinos and Fuengirola.
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Within Benalmádena's current new-build and recent-completion stock, this €690,000 two-bedroom apartment sits between Nexus Residences (from €524,000) and Astrid (from €753,800), with Alba Benalmádena positioned from around €598,000. That spread reflects the town's segmented market: hillside complexes with extensive wellness facilities and sea views command the upper band, while inland or lower-floor units without panoramic aspects sit lower. This property's differentiators are its completion status, no off-plan risk, no phased construction disruption, and its package of two parking spaces plus storage, which exceeds the single-space norm for two-bedroom units in the region. Compared with neighbouring municipalities, Benalmádena offers a price level below central Marbella (31 km west) while remaining closer to Málaga Airport (9.3 km) than Fuengirola, Torremolinos or Estepona. The town's permanent population of over 78,000, its 13 primary and 11 secondary schools, two health centres and hospital within 3.4 km make it one of the more year-round municipalities on the coast, in contrast to more seasonally driven resort areas. For rental considerations, the 24 hotels and roughly 11,000 tourist beds indicate an established visitor economy, though competition from that same supply should be weighed. Buyers comparing this unit against off-plan alternatives at Nexus or Alba should note the trade-off: those projects may offer newer specifications or payment staging, whereas a completed 2020 build allows physical inspection, immediate occupation and verified documentation before purchase.
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