This key-ready two-bedroom apartment forms part of the Las Lomas community in El Higuerón, on the hillside between Benalmádena and Fuengirola. The 80 m² home has never been occupied and overlooks the communal pool, with views along the Fuengirola coastline. It is offered at a fixed asking price of €465,000 and is delivered unfurnished. Residents have access to a gym, a coworking space and a community kitchen. The nearest beach, Playa Bonita, lies 1.1 km away as the crow flies, and the apartment sits roughly 12 km from Málaga Airport in a straight line.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
El Higuerón is a residential hillside area above the coast between Benalmádena and Fuengirola. The apartment stands at about 119 metres above sea level, meaning the beach lies roughly a kilometre away in a straight line but downhill, on a gradient of around 9.9 per cent. Málaga city is 22 km away in a straight line; the airport about 12 km.
The home combines two bedrooms and two bathrooms across 80 m², with an open-plan living area that connects directly to a terrace overlooking the communal pool. Building facilities include a fully equipped gym, a coworking room and a community kitchen for events. This layout suits couples, small families or buyers seeking a lock-and-leave second residence.
The apartment is new construction that has never been lived in and is described as key-ready, with completion indicated for 2026. Delivery dates in Spain are always indicative and can shift. The unit is handed over unfurnished, so buyers should budget for furnishing before occupying it, whether as a permanent home or a holiday retreat.
The apartment has 80 m² of living space with two bedrooms, which limits space for larger households. There is no private pool; swimming is communal. The steep gradient to the beach means walking back up requires effort, and the area is not flat. No information is available about a private garden, storage room or energy performance, and the unit is sold unfurnished.
This apartment suits several recognisable situations. A couple relocating permanently to the coast will find the two-bathroom layout, nearby health centres and the train link to Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Málaga practical for year-round living. Buyers seeking a second home with low maintenance benefit from the communal pool and gym, meaning no private pool upkeep, and from the lock-and-leave character of an apartment in a managed community. Remote workers are directly catered for by the dedicated coworking space, a facility many developments in this price bracket do not include. Investors should note the area records roughly 2,299 housing transactions per year and hosts 24 hotels with over 11,000 beds, indicating a deep rental and tourist market between Benalmádena and Fuengirola. The home is less suitable for larger families needing three or more bedrooms, or for buyers who want a private garden or direct flat access to the beach, given the steep gradient. It also does not suit buyers wanting a furnished purchase, as it is delivered empty. For a first property on the Costa del Sol within a short transfer of Málaga Airport, about 12 km in a straight line, the combination of a completed unit, community facilities and coastal views covers many of the practical boxes international buyers work through.
As a new-build unit that has never been occupied, the apartment is delivered in contemporary condition with modern fittings. Available imagery shows a bright open-plan living space with large sliding glass doors onto the terrace, a bathroom with a walk-in shower finished in current neutral materials, and a residents' gym with a living green wall, an indicator of the standard of the communal areas. The building includes underground parking, visible in the exterior photographs. No specific data is available on kitchen appliances, floor finishes, climate systems or energy performance, so buyers should verify these details during a viewing and request the technical documentation from the seller. The communal facilities, gym, coworking space and community kitchen for events, form part of the shared ownership structure, which typically means monthly community fees; these figures should be confirmed before purchase. Because the apartment is unfurnished, the buyer controls the final finish: flooring and fixed installations are already in place, while furniture, lighting and window treatment can be chosen freely. For a 2026 handover, buyers should expect modern construction standards applicable to current Andalusian building regulations, and they are advised to commission an independent snagging inspection before completion, as with any key-ready new build. Documents to request include the completion certificate, the community rules and fee structure, and confirmation of what is included in the sale, such as the parking space.
The apartment is offered as an existing, key-ready home at a fixed asking price of €465,000, not a 'from' price, for 80 m² with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. This places it above new-build starter prices in the wider region, which reflects the El Higuerón address, the coastal view and the completed, move-in-ready status. Comparable new developments elsewhere on the coast start lower: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, though those are off-plan or early-stage projects in different locations. Delivery is indicated for 2026, with the unit handed over unfurnished.
Daily life at Las Lomas revolves around the balance between hillside quiet and coastal proximity. The apartment sits in a residential community set back from the seafront bustle, with the terrace oriented towards the pool and the coastline towards Fuengirola. Morning coffee on the terrace, an afternoon session in the residents' gym or a few hours in the coworking space form the typical rhythm of a day here. The open-plan living area connects to the terrace through large sliding glass doors, so the boundary between inside and outside largely disappears in warm months. The swimming season runs about four months with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, while the average annual temperature of 17.9°C keeps the terrace usable for most of the year. Practically, the area functions well: within two kilometres there are sixteen restaurants, nine cafés and two pharmacies, plus two health centres, thirteen primary schools and eleven secondary schools. The Cercanías train stations of Torremuelle (0.6 km in a straight line) and Carvajal (3.0 km) give car-free access along the coast, supported by seven bus lines and fifty stops in the area. The trade-off of the elevated position is the 9.9 per cent gradient down to beaches such as Playa Bonita at 1.1 km: pleasant going down, a steady climb returning. Many residents therefore drive to the shore or combine beach trips with the seafront restaurants. The apartment is quiet in the sense that it faces the community pool rather than a road, though the wider area hosts 24 hotels and considerable summer tourism.
The immediate surroundings mix residential calm with dense tourist infrastructure. Within two kilometres, the area counts sixteen restaurants, nine cafés and two pharmacies, which covers daily needs without driving. Healthcare is available at two health centres nearby, and the education offer, thirteen primary schools and eleven secondary schools, makes the location workable for families. The Cercanías train is the standout feature: Torremuelle station lies 0.6 km away in a straight line, with Carvajal at 3.0 km and Benalmádena-Arroyo de la Miel at 3.1 km, providing a direct rail link towards Fuengirola and Málaga. Seven bus lines and fifty stops reinforce this. Beaches are close but downhill: Playa Bonita at 1.1 km, Playa de Arroyo Hondo at 1.2 km and Playa Las Viborillas at 1.3 km, all measured in a straight line with a 9.9 per cent gradient. Sports facilities include Club Hockey Benalmádena (1.1 km), a racket club (3.0 km) and an ice rink (3.4 km). The area's tourism scale, 24 hotels and 11,154 beds, means summers are busy, while the residential hillside character keeps the immediate community calmer than the seafront.
The map shows the apartment's position on the El Higuerón hillside between Benalmádena and Fuengirola. Distances shown are straight-line: the beaches at 1.1–1.3 km lie below the development, while Torremuelle station at 0.6 km provides the rail link along the coast towards Málaga city and airport.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
El Higuerón occupies the hillside between Benalmádena and Fuengirola, roughly 22 km from Málaga and 27 km from Marbella in a straight line, placing it in the central band of the Costa del Sol. This position gives it dual orientation: the beaches and marina of Fuengirola to the west, and Benalmádena's marina, cable car and Arroyo de la Miel train hub to the east. Algeciras, at 91 km, marks the far end of the region towards Cádiz province. Compared with inland or western Costa del Sol locations, the area trades tranquillity for infrastructure density, schools, health centres, trains and a large hotel base within a few kilometres.
By car, the position between Benalmádena and Fuengirola gives straightforward access to the coastal A-7 and AP-7 corridor, with Málaga Airport about 12 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 22 km. Gibraltar airport is roughly 85 km away in a straight line for alternative flights. Beaches sit 1.1 to 1.3 km away as the crow flies, though the return journey involves a steep climb, so many residents drive or park near the shore. Golf options span from the Benalmádena Pitch & Putt at 1.9 km to Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez at 8.4 km and Lauro Golf at 9.0 km. The Fuengirola marina lies 6.7 km away for boat trips and waterfront dining. Electric-vehicle owners can use the Fuengirola Supercharger, 2.6 km away in a straight line. Public transport is a genuine alternative here: the Cercanías stations at Torremuelle (0.6 km) and Carvajal (3.0 km) connect to the coast, supplemented by seven bus lines with fifty stops in the area, so a car is convenient but not strictly necessary for daily life.
| Beach Distance | 1.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 12 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 85 km |
| Torremuelle | 0.6 km |
| Carvajal | 3 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Mediterranean pattern: an average annual temperature of 17.9°C and a swimming season of about four months during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or more. In practice this means beach weather concentrated from late spring to early autumn, with mild winters that keep outdoor living possible year-round on the terrace. The apartment stands at 119 metres above sea level, which delivers the coastline views while creating the 9.9 per cent gradient down to the shore, a consideration for anyone with mobility limits or who plans to walk to the beach daily. Green spaces nearby include the Mirador del Madroño (4.6 km) and Mirador del Lobo (5.0 km) viewpoints, which offer walking routes and panoramas over the coast. The elevated position also provides slightly cooler evenings in summer compared with the immediate seafront. No specific air-quality or rainfall data is available for the site, so buyers relying on those factors should consult regional statistics for the Málaga province.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within about 1.3 km in a straight line: Playa Bonita (1.1 km), Playa de Arroyo Hondo (1.2 km) and Playa Las Viborillas (1.3 km), with Playa de Carvajal also described in the listing as minutes away by car and lined with beachside restaurants. No Blue Flag designation data is available for these specific beaches, so buyers should verify current status with the municipality. Golfers can start at the Benalmádena Pitch & Putt (1.9 km) for short rounds, with full courses at Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez (8.4 km) and Lauro Golf (9.0 km). Other recreation includes Club Hockey Benalmádena at 1.1 km, a racket club at 3.0 km and an unusual inland ice rink, the Club Municipal de Hielo, at 3.4 km. The Fuengirola marina (6.7 km) adds sailing, water sports and a lively waterfront. Within the community itself, the pool, gym and community kitchen provide recreation without leaving the development, which is relevant given the summer crowds the area's 24 hotels generate along the shore.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.3°C | 55 mm |
| February | 12.3°C | 38 mm |
| March | 13.7°C | 102 mm |
| April | 15.6°C | 54 mm |
| May | 18.9°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.8°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.6°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 9 mm |
| September | 22.8°C | 27 mm |
| October | 19.2°C | 68 mm |
| November | 14.7°C | 66 mm |
| December | 12.3°C | 51 mm |
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Ref: VL803552
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the central Costa del Sol, El Higuerón occupies a specific niche: an elevated residential zone with hotel-scale infrastructure on its doorstep, between the established towns of Benalmádena and Fuengirola. Against comparable new-build supply in the wider region, the €465,000 fixed price for this completed two-bedroom apartment sits above the entry level of eastern and western alternatives. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, while Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona begins at €321,000, but those are 'from' prices for off-plan or early-stage projects, in locations further from the airport or with less immediate infrastructure. What the buyer here pays for is completion certainty: a finished, never-occupied unit with views, versus a two-to-three-year build cycle elsewhere. Market activity around El Higuerón is substantial, with about 2,299 housing transactions per year in the area and a tourism base of 24 hotels and 11,154 beds, which supports both resale liquidity and rental demand. Transport connectivity also differs from cheaper locations: the Cercanías line at Torremuelle 0.6 km away and the airport at roughly 12 km in a straight line reduce the car dependency that marks much of the Costa del Sol. Against Marbella, 27 km away, prices here are generally lower while beach and golf access remain comparable, golf courses at 1.9, 8.4 and 9.0 km cover both casual and championship play. The trade-offs are equally clear: smaller living space for the budget, communal rather than private outdoor amenities, and the steep gradient to the shore. Compared with hillside developments in Mijas or Estepona, El Higuerón trades remoteness for density, more noise in summer, but pharmacies, schools, health centres and trains within a couple of kilometres.
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