Commercial premises of 106 m² with a 30 m² south-facing private terrace, located on Avenida Antonio Machado in Benalmadena Costa, a short distance from Puerto Marina and the seafront promenade. The asking price is fixed at €525,000. The property was completed in 1987 and is key-ready. It includes two bathrooms, one adapted for people with reduced mobility, two storage rooms, and a smoke extraction system that widens the range of permitted business activities. The large shopfront gives the premises direct exposure to steady pedestrian traffic along one of the town's busiest commercial avenues.
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this property occupies a distinct segment. The comparable new-build projects in the data, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000), and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are residential developments aimed at homebuyers and second-home investors. This premises, at a fixed €525,000, is a commercial asset in a mature tourist district, and should be evaluated on commercial criteria: footfall, permitted use, rental demand, and operating costs, rather than on residential comparables. Locationally, Benalmadena Costa differs from each of the three. Torre del Mar and Estepona are further from Malaga city and the airport, appealing to buyers seeking a quieter or lower-cost coastal setting. Mijas sits slightly inland with a more residential, village-oriented character. Benalmadena Costa is the most urban of the four environments: 17 km from Malaga, roughly 9 km from the airport, and embedded in a continuous built-up coastal strip that runs from Torremolinos through to Fuengirola. That density cuts both ways. It produces the visitor numbers and hotel stock, 24 hotels and over 11,000 beds within 2 km, that support year-round commercial demand, but it also means intense competition: nearly 200 restaurants operate in the same radius. The local housing market records around 2,299 transactions per year, indicating liquidity in the wider property market. Buyers comparing this asset against residential alternatives should note the different risk profile: commercial yields depend on tenant demand and business performance, while the residential comparables depend on the second-home market. Neither profile is inherently superior; they serve different objectives.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The premises sit on Avenida Antonio Machado in Benalmadena Costa, within walking distance of Puerto Marina and the beachfront promenade. Playa de Santa Ana lies 0.4 km away as the crow flies. The Arroyo de la Miel train station is 1.1 km away, connecting the area to Malaga and Fuengirola. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 9 km away in a straight line.
Functionally, the premises offer an open-plan main area of 106 m² with multiple layout options, two bathrooms including one accessible unit, two storage rooms, air conditioning, and an alarm system. The 30 m² south-facing terrace extends the usable space. A smoke extraction system is installed, which matters for hospitality use. The property is commercial, not residential, and contains no bedrooms.
This is not a new-build project. The premises were completed in 1987 and are key-ready, meaning they can be taken into use or let out immediately after purchase. The construction status involves no waiting period or phased delivery. Interior photographs show empty commercial space with glass frontage towards the street, awaiting a new fit-out by the operator or tenant.
The property is a commercial unit and does not offer residential use, bedrooms, or a private garden. No private parking space is listed in the available data. No swimming pool is present. The gradient from the street level towards the beach measures 9.5%, which is steep, so the walk back from the seafront involves a noticeable climb. Details such as community fees and annual taxes are not provided in the source data.
This property fits a specific set of situations. It is relevant for an entrepreneur who wants to operate a restaurant, cafe, or retail business in a high-footfall tourist area, since the smoke extraction system already widens the permitted hospitality uses and two storage rooms support back-of-house operations. It also fits an investor seeking a commercial asset to let out, given the year-round demand generated by 24 hotels and the resident population of the Costa. The accessible bathroom makes the unit suitable for concepts that must comply with accessibility requirements. It is less suitable for anyone seeking a residential property: there are no bedrooms and no residential licence can be assumed. Buyers should also weigh the age of the building, completed in 1987, and budget for a fit-out, as the photographs show empty shell space. A car is not strictly necessary here, since shops, schools, health centres, and the train station are all within a short radius, but parking in the immediate street area is typically in demand during high season. Finally, anyone planning a business dependent on winter trade should account for the seasonal pattern of the Costa del Sol tourist economy, when visitor numbers drop noticeably between November and February.
The premises are delivered in key-ready condition, which in practice means a completed shell ready for a commercial fit-out rather than a finished interior. The photographs show empty open-plan space, a hallway with several doors, and glass frontage towards the street. The technical specification listed includes a smoke extraction system, a significant installation for any hospitality operator, as it is a precondition for many kitchen-related licences. Air conditioning is present, and an alarm system is installed. Two storage rooms provide practical utility space, and the two bathrooms include one fully adapted for people with reduced mobility. The large shopfront is the most consequential feature of the building fabric: it determines the exposure of the business to the street and the amount of natural light entering the main area. The construction dates from 1987, so buyers should carry out a standard technical inspection, paying attention to electrical installations, plumbing, and the condition of the extraction system before committing to a specific business concept. The 30 m² south-facing terrace adds an outdoor element that suits terrace-based hospitality concepts, with sun exposure through the middle of the day and into the afternoon. No information is available on recent renovations, energy performance certificates, or the state of the building's common areas, so these points should be raised during due diligence.
The premises are offered at a fixed asking price of €525,000. This is an existing property, not a new-build development with a price list, so there is no variation by unit type or phase. The price reflects a commercial asset of 106 m² of interior space plus a 30 m² terrace in an established tourist location. Availability is immediate, as the property is key-ready. Interested parties should verify running costs such as community fees, IBI, and any applicable commercial licence conditions independently, as these are not included in the available data. Comparable residential new-build projects elsewhere on the coast advertise from prices between roughly €205,000 and €321,000, which places this commercial asset in a different segment of the market.
Benalmadena Costa is one of the densest and most visited stretches of the central Costa del Sol, and these premises sit at the centre of it. Avenida Antonio Machado runs parallel to the coast through the tourist core, and the data confirms the scale of footfall: 192 restaurants, 43 cafes, 28 pharmacies, and 22 banks within 2 km, alongside 24 hotels with more than 11,000 beds. For a business, this means a customer base that combines local residents with a continuous flow of international visitors across the year, not only in summer. The immediate surroundings are distinctly urban and commercial rather than residential. Puerto Marina, the beaches of Santa Ana, Malapesquera, and Bil Bil, and the promenade are all within a kilometre. The rhythm of the area follows the tourist calendar: busy terraces from spring through autumn, quieter weeks in winter when many hospitality businesses shorten their hours. Public transport is well developed, with 7 lines and 50 stops in the area, and the Cercanías train from Arroyo de la Miel station 1.1 km away links the coast to Malaga city and Fuengirola. For an operator, the practical consequence is clear: this is a location built around visibility and passing trade, with the responsibilities and costs that come with a mature, high-demand commercial district.
Daily life around the premises is shaped by the density of Benalmadena Costa's tourist core. Within 2 km there are 192 restaurants, 43 cafes, 28 pharmacies, 22 banks, and 8 dentists, meaning virtually every daily errand can be done on foot. The area counts 13 primary schools and 11 secondary schools, plus 5 schools within the immediate 2 km radius, and 2 health centres serve the local population. Sports facilities are close by: the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink lies 0.6 km away, the Club de Raqueta 1.0 km, and the Polideportivo Arroyo de la Miel 1.1 km from the property. Beach access involves Playa de Santa Ana at 0.4 km straight-line, though the 9.5% gradient means the return walk climbs noticeably. Several viewpoints in the hills behind the coast, such as Mirador Los Canones at 2.6 km, offer walking destinations with panoramic views. For electric vehicle drivers, Tesla superchargers in Fuengirola (6.5 km) and Malaga (7.8 km) and a Powerdot point (8.4 km) are the nearest fast-charging options. The housing market in the area records around 2,299 transactions per year, indicating an active and liquid property market.
The map shows the premises on Avenida Antonio Machado, the commercial spine of Benalmadena Costa, running parallel to the coastline. Puerto Marina and the beaches lie a few hundred metres to the south, while the train station of Arroyo de la Miel and the motorway access are a short distance inland to the north.
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Benalmadena Costa occupies a central position on the Costa del Sol, between Torremolinos and Fuengirola and 17 km from Malaga city. Marbella lies 34 km to the west. This stretch of coast is among the most urbanised and internationally oriented in southern Spain, with a tourism infrastructure that operates across the whole year, unlike quieter stretches further east or west. For a commercial operator, the position means access to both the Malaga metropolitan catchment and the coastal tourist flow. The provincial context matters as well: with a median income of €16,450, the local resident market is more modest than the visitor market, so business concepts aimed at tourists and second-home owners tend to dominate the commercial mix of the avenue.
Accessibility is one of the strong points of this location. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies roughly 9 km away as the crow flies, making airport transfers short for international visitors and business travel. Gibraltar Airport is 89 km away in a straight line. Malaga city, with its high-speed rail connections and cultural offer, is 17 km away, while Marbella is 34 km. The Cercanías railway is reachable at Benalmadena-Arroyo de la Miel station, 1.1 km from the premises, with further stations at El Pinillo (1.9 km) and Torremolinos (3.8 km). Local bus coverage consists of 7 lines and 50 stops, so a car is not essential for daily operations or living in the area. For those who do drive, the A-7 coastal motorway runs behind the built-up strip, connecting westwards to Fuengirola and Marbella and eastwards to Malaga. Distances mentioned are straight-line measurements; actual road distances are longer.
| Beach Distance | 0.4 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 9 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
| Benalmadena - Arroyo de la Miel | 1.1 km |
| El Pinillo | 1.9 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for Benalmadena Costa shows an average annual temperature of 18.6°C, typical of the central Costa del Sol. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or more, lasts about 4 months, concentrated in summer, although the beaches remain walkable and attractive year round. The elevation is low at 51 metres above sea level, but the terrain is not flat: the gradient towards the beach measures 9.5%, which is steep and characterises much of this stretch of coast where the town rises quickly from the shoreline. The hills immediately behind the coast reach viewpoints such as Mirador del Madrono (4.0 km) and Mirador del Lobo (4.1 km), offering greener walking country within a short drive. The combination of mild winters, warm summers, and roughly 320 days of sunshine typical for the region supports year-round outdoor use of the terrace, though trade patterns remain seasonal regardless of the weather.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 700 metres of the premises: Playa de Santa Ana (0.4 km), Playa Malapesquera (0.7 km), and Playa de Bil Bil (0.7 km), the latter known for its distinctive red-toned architecture hosting cultural events. Puerto Marina, one of the largest marinas on the Andalusian coast, sits at the heart of the local leisure offer and anchors the nightlife and dining scene. Golf is within easy reach: Golf Benalmadena Pitch & Putt lies 3.0 km away, the Miguel Angel Jimenez course 5.2 km, and Club de Golf Malaga Parador 8.1 km. For family recreation, the area offers the ice rink at Club Municipal de Hielo 0.6 km away and the racquet club at 1.0 km. This concentration of beaches, marina, and sports facilities within a two-kilometre radius is precisely what sustains the visitor numbers on which a commercial business at this address depends.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 46 mm |
| February | 13.0°C | 33 mm |
| March | 14.4°C | 96 mm |
| April | 16.3°C | 44 mm |
| May | 19.6°C | 22 mm |
| June | 23.5°C | 7 mm |
| July | 26.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.3°C | 5 mm |
| September | 23.4°C | 25 mm |
| October | 19.9°C | 65 mm |
| November | 15.5°C | 62 mm |
| December | 13.0°C | 49 mm |
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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