A detached Andalusian-style villa is for sale in a quiet residential urbanisation in Benalmadena Costa, between the town centre and the coast. The property offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms and 266 m² of living space on an 836 m² plot. Features include a private swimming pool, a tree-lined garden, sea views from the upper floor and a double garage. The villa was completed in 2004, is sold furnished and holds a valid tourist licence. The asking price is fixed at €1,275,000. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Ana, lies approximately 0.4 km away as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa sits in a residential urbanisation between Benalmadena town and the sea, at roughly 51 metres above sea level. Playa de Santa Ana is 0.4 km away in a straight line, with Malapesquera and Bil Bil beaches within 0.7 km. The gradient towards the coast is around 9.5%, which means the return walk from the beach is steep.
The house is functionally set up for family living and entertaining: four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a covered terrace, private terraces, a storage room and a utility room. The kitchen is fully fitted and the property is delivered furnished. Air conditioning provides climate control, and the garden with private pool forms the outdoor living space.
This is an existing home, completed in 2004 and described as being in good condition. It is key-ready, meaning no construction phase or waiting period applies. The dwelling was built in Andalusian style with two levels, the upper floor offering sea views. Purchase can proceed directly to the standard transfer process for second-hand property in Spain.
The property does not offer underfloor heating, a heat pump, a jacuzzi or a sauna, and there is no separate guest apartment. It is a 2004 build, so it does not carry new-build warranties. The tourist licence is subject to applicable regulations. The steep gradient to the beach and the hillside position mean some walking routes involve considerable incline.
Ref: VL092532
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This villa fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol who want four bedrooms, garden space for children and proximity to international schools would find the configuration and location aligned with those needs. Buyers seeking a second home with genuine outdoor living, private pool, south orientation, covered terrace for shade, can use the property year-round, with air conditioning covering the warmer months. Investors or owners wanting flexible use will note the valid tourist licence, which permits holiday rental subject to current regulations; the nearby beaches and hotel infrastructure indicate established demand in the area. The property is less suited to buyers seeking a modern new-build with contemporary energy performance, or those who require level, walkable access to the beach, given the roughly 9.5% gradient. Households without a car should consider that the steep terrain and the residential position make driving the practical default, even though a railway station and 50 bus stops are within reach. Buyers wanting a lock-up-and-go apartment rather than a detached house with pool maintenance and garden upkeep should also weigh the practical obligations that come with an 836 m² plot. In short, the profile matches families and dual-use owners more than low-maintenance seekers.
The villa dates from 2004 and is presented in good condition, built in Andalusian style with a two-storey layout. The interior includes a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area with direct views of the pool, and four bedrooms served by three bathrooms. The property is delivered fully furnished, which lowers the threshold for immediate occupancy or rental use. Climate control consists of air conditioning; there is no underfloor heating or heat pump, so winter comfort relies on the mild coastal climate and supplementary systems as installed. Outdoor features include a covered terrace and private terraces on different levels, connecting the living spaces to the pool area and garden. Practical annexes comprise a storage room and a utility room, plus a spacious double garage with multiple parking spaces on the plot. The upper floor carries the sea views, oriented south, which also affects passive solar gain in the living areas. As a 2004 build, the construction predates current energy-efficiency standards, and buyers assessing long-term running costs may wish to inspect insulation, glazing and the technical state of the pool installation during a viewing. No energy label details are disclosed here; a technical survey is the appropriate instrument for verifying the condition of the structure, installations and finishes.
The asking price is fixed at €1,275,000 for the villa as a whole, including furniture and the double garage. This is not a new-build price list; it is a single existing home, so there is no variation across units or property types. The price reflects the plot of 836 m², the 266 m² of built living space, the private pool and the valid tourist licence. Buyers should budget additionally for purchase costs typical of a second-hand transaction in Andalusia, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees. As with any listed property, availability and final terms depend on the status of negotiations at the time of enquiry.
Daily life at this villa revolves around the interplay between the hillside residential setting and the coastal strip below. Mornings can begin on a south-facing terrace with views over the garden and, from the upper floor, the sea. The private pool and tree-lined garden function as the household's outdoor room for most of the year, given an average annual temperature of 18.6°C. Practical errands are concentrated within a short radius: within 2 km there are 192 restaurants, 28 pharmacies, 22 banks and 43 cafés, so shopping and dining out require no long journeys. The C1 railway line connects the area via Benalmadena-Arroyo de la Miel station, 1.1 km away in a straight line, to Malaga, Torremolinos and Fuengirola, which reduces dependence on the car for some trips, although the steep terrain means many residents still drive for daily convenience. Two international schools, The British College of Benalmadena and Benalmadena International College, are located nearby, making the school run manageable for families. Sports facilities are close at hand, including an ice rink at 0.6 km and racket and municipal sports clubs within about 1 km. The area carries a clear tourist dimension: 24 hotels and over 11,000 beds sit within the locality, so summers are busier than the off-season, while the residential urbanisation itself remains comparatively calm. For a household combining family living with rental use under the existing tourist licence, the layout, four bedrooms across two floors with a double garage, supports both occupancy patterns.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with dense coastal amenities. Within a 2 km radius, the villa is served by 192 restaurants, 43 cafés, 28 pharmacies, 22 banks and 8 dentists, an unusually complete provision that removes most everyday friction. Education is covered by 13 primary schools and 11 secondary schools in the wider area, including two international colleges close to the property. Healthcare access includes two health centres. For sport, the Club Municipal de Hielo ice rink lies 0.6 km away, with racket and municipal sports facilities within about 1.1 km. The C1 commuter rail line is reachable at Benalmadena-Arroyo de la Miel station, 1.1 km in a straight line, and seven bus routes with 50 stops serve the locality. Malaga city, 17 km away as the crow flies with some 579,000 inhabitants, provides the full urban offer, while Marbella is 34 km distant. The steep gradient of about 9.5% towards the sea means the walk to Playa de Santa Ana at 0.4 km is short in distance but demanding on the return; most residents will use the car for beach trips and shopping.
The map shows the villa's position between Benalmadena town and the coast, with Playa de Santa Ana 0.4 km away in a straight line and the C1 railway at Arroyo de la Miel nearby. Malaga airport sits approximately 9 km to the north-east. Note that straight-line distances understate actual road distances, particularly given the sloping terrain.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Benalmadena Costa occupies the coastal band between Torremolinos and Fuengirola, roughly midway along the western Costa del Sol. Malaga, the regional capital, lies 17 km away in a straight line; Marbella is 34 km. This positions the villa closer to the airport and the metropolitan east than to the Marbella-Estepona luxury belt, at a noticeably different price level. The locality recorded 2,299 housing transactions per year, indicating an active and liquid resale market, relevant for buyers weighing future exit options.
Accessibility is a strong point of this location. Malaga-Costa del Sol airport is roughly 9 km away in a straight line, one of the shortest airport distances on the coast, which matters for frequent travellers and rental guests alike. Gibraltar airport is an alternative at about 89 km. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Ana, is 0.4 km as the crow flies, with Playa Malapesquera and Playa de Bil Bil both at 0.7 km, though the hillside position and 9.5% gradient mean these walks involve a climb on the way back. By car, the description indicates roughly five minutes to shops and restaurants. Rail access runs through the C1 line at Arroyo de la Miel (1.1 km straight-line) and El Pinillo (1.9 km), connecting towards Malaga and Fuengirola. Golf is available at Benalmadena Pitch & Putt (3.0 km), Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez (5.2 km) and Malaga Parador (8.1 km). Electric-vehicle charging includes the Fuengirola and Malaga Superchargers at 6.5 and 7.8 km respectively.
| 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 location stands at about 51 metres above sea level, high enough for sea views from the upper floor but low enough to keep walking access to the coast realistic. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 18.6°C, supporting outdoor use of the pool and garden for most of the year. The swimming season in the sea, defined by water temperatures of 20°C or above, runs about four months, typically June to September, while the private pool extends the swimming window independently of sea temperature. The gradient of the terrain, at roughly 9.5% towards the beach, shapes the natural setting: sloping ground, terraced gardens and framed views, but also physical effort on foot. Viewpoints in the surrounding hills, such as Mirador Los Cañones at 2.6 km, offer walking destinations with panoramas over the coast. The province records a median income of €16,450, context for the local economy in which tourism plays a large role.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 0.7 km of the villa: 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 ochre-red facade used for cultural events. This stretch of Benalmadena Costa is one of the most beach-dense areas on the coast. Golfers can reach three courses within roughly 8 km, from the short Pitch & Putt format to the 18-hole Miguel Ángel Jiménez course at 5.2 km. Sports infrastructure is notably varied: an ice rink at 0.6 km, a racket club at 1.0 km and a municipal polideportivo at 1.1 km cover skating, tennis, padel and general fitness. For walking and nature, the miradores at 2.6 to 4.1 km provide hillside viewpoints over the coastline. Tourism infrastructure, 24 hotels and around 11,150 beds, means leisure amenities such as beachside chiringuitos and excursion services operate for much of the year, not only in high summer.
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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At a fixed asking price of €1,275,000, this villa occupies a different segment from the new-build comparables currently marketed along the coast. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,950, all apartment-style developments aimed at the volume market. This property instead competes in the detached-villa segment of central Costa del Sol, where plot size, private pool and a tourist licence are the value drivers rather than communal facilities and developer warranties. Location-wise, Benalmadena Costa differs from each of the three comparison points. Torre del Mar sits east of Malaga, roughly 30 minutes further from the airport; Estepona lies west of Marbella, further from the metropolitan core; Mijas spans both coast and inland hills, with prices rising closer to the shore. This villa's position, about 9 km from Malaga airport as the crow flies, 17 km from Malaga city and 34 km from Marbella, places it in the most accessible band of the coast, served by the C1 railway line rather than road access alone. Market liquidity in the locality is supported by 2,299 annual housing transactions, a higher turnover than most inland municipalities. The trade-off relative to new-build alternatives is straightforward: the buyer receives an established plot with mature garden, pool and rental licence at a similar price to a modest new-build apartment in Marbella or Estepona, but without new-build energy standards or developer guarantees. Whether that trade-off is favourable depends on the buyer's priority between land, privacy and rental income on one hand and modern construction and lower maintenance on the other.
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