A fully renovated detached villa on an approximately 3,700 m² plot in the Santa Rosalía, Maqueda area near Cártama, in the Guadalhorce valley inland from Málaga. The property offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms and 230 m² of living space, completed in 1997 and since renovated throughout. Amenities such as a supermarket and pharmacy are within walking distance, the airport lies about 12 km away as the crow flies, and beaches around 15 km from the property. The asking price is fixed at €525,000 and the villa is key-ready.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa stands in a suburban setting in Santa Rosalía, Maqueda (Campanillas), close to Cártama and the Andalusia Technology Park. A supermarket sits roughly 99 m away and a pharmacy about 215 m, so daily shopping is possible on foot. The location is inland: the coast is roughly 15 km away as the crow flies, and Málaga Airport about 12 km.
The property combines villa features with everyday practicality: five air-conditioned bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully fitted new kitchen, a summer kitchen, storage rooms and an attic. Outside there is a private pool, roughly 800 m² of pool and lawn area, around 1,000 m² of porch and terraces, private parking and mature fruit trees.
This is not a new-build development. The villa was completed in 1997 and has since been fully renovated, with a renewed living room, a new kitchen with new appliances and modernised bathrooms. It is key-ready, meaning a buyer can move in directly; no construction phase or delivery waiting time applies.
The property does not offer sea views or a coastal location; the nearest beaches are roughly 15 km away as the crow flies. There is no mention of central heating, underfloor heating or a communal facility such as a gym. A car is convenient, though not strictly necessary for all errands. The plot is East-oriented, which affects sun exposure on terraces.
Ref: VL338181
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits buyers who prioritise space, privacy and land over coastal proximity. A household that wants five bedrooms, a large garden with fruit trees and a private pool, for example a family relocating to the Málaga area for work at the Andalusia Technology Park, will find the daily logistics straightforward: schools within a few minutes by car, a supermarket at walking distance and a hospital about 3.2 km away as the crow flies. It also suits buyers seeking a self-contained property with storage capacity, given the multiple storage rooms, reinforced doors and attic. Buyers who want to walk to the beach will find the 15 km straight-line distance impractical on foot; a car trip is required for coastal visits. Equally, buyers expecting a modern new-build with the latest energy technology should note the 1997 construction year, albeit fully renovated with new kitchen, appliances and Climalit-style double glazing. The property works well for those who value quiet, green surroundings with mountain views while remaining connected to Málaga, the airport is about 12 km away as the crow flies. It is less suitable for buyers seeking a lock-and-go apartment, a gated community with shared facilities, or a seafront location. The east orientation means terraces are sunniest in the morning, which may matter to buyers who use outdoor spaces mainly in the afternoon or evening.
The villa was built in 1997 and has since undergone a full renovation, described in the listing as complete and move-in ready. The kitchen is new and fitted with new appliances, and the living room has been renovated. Photographs show a modern bathroom with shower and vanity unit, and a bedroom with fitted wardrobes. Windows are double-glazed (Climalit-type), which improves insulation and reduces road noise. All five bedrooms have air conditioning, providing cooling in a region where average monthly temperatures range from 13°C to 28°C. The property includes a summer kitchen, several storage rooms with reinforced doors, an attic and additional storage areas. Outdoor infrastructure is well developed: an electric entrance gate with remote control, high perimeter walls, a covered area beside the pool, a barbecue, a covered terrace and private parking within the plot. Utilities connected are electricity and drinkable water. Technical documentation such as an energy performance certificate was not stated in the available data. As with any property of this age, buyers are advised to verify the renovation works, permits and installation condition through an independent technical survey before purchase. The overall condition is listed as excellent, with the interior described as fully furnished.
The asking price is fixed at €525,000 for this existing home; it is not a from-price. For that amount, the buyer acquires a renovated detached villa of 230 m² with five bedrooms and three bathrooms on a plot of roughly 3,700 m², including a private pool, private parking, a fully fitted kitchen and furniture. Compared with new-build projects in the wider region, which typically start between €205,000 and €270,000 for apartments, this property offers substantially more land and interior space, at the cost of a 1997 construction year, albeit fully renovated. Availability is immediate, as the villa is key-ready.
Daily life at this property centres on the combination of generous outdoor space and short distances to everyday facilities. The villa stands within a walled plot of approximately 3,700 m², planted with olive, pecan, walnut, lemon, loquat, pomegranate and fig trees. Mornings can be spent on the east-facing terraces, which receive sun early in the day. The covered area beside the pool can serve as an outdoor dining or lounge space, and the summer kitchen extends the practical living area outdoors during warm months. Around 800 m² of the grounds are laid out as pool and lawn area, with roughly 1,000 m² of porch and outdoor surfaces in total. The electric entrance gate and high perimeter walls provide privacy from the road. Inside, the layout provides five bedrooms, each with air conditioning, three bathrooms, a renovated living room and a new kitchen with new appliances. Several storage rooms with reinforced doors, an attic and additional storage areas absorb household belongings. For shopping, a supermarket is about 99 m away and a pharmacy about 215 m, both within an easy walk. A hospital lies about 3.2 km away as the crow flies, and the nearest EV charging point about 1.2 km. The Andalusia Technology Park and supermarkets such as Mercadona, Lidl and Aldi are, according to the seller, a few minutes away by car. The setting is suburban with mountain views: quiet compared with the coast, but not isolated, with the town of Cártama and its facilities close by.
The immediate surroundings are urban-suburban, with amenities on foot: a supermarket at roughly 99 m, a pharmacy at 215 m and, within 2 km, at least one restaurant, a school, two pharmacies and a bank. The municipality of Cártama has around 25,000–29,000 residents, nine primary schools and five secondary schools, so families find educational infrastructure nearby. Healthcare is covered by a health centre and a hospital about 3.2 km away as the crow flies. Sports facilities are abundant: 37 in the wider area, including the Polideportivo Municipal at 0.7 km, the Ciudad Deportiva Cártama at 1.8 km and a table tennis pavilion at 4.0 km. Public transport exists in the form of three lines with two stops, though a car remains convenient for commuting and coastal trips. The nearest EV charging point is 1.2 km away, with another at the ALDI station in Cártama at 1.9 km. For walks and viewpoints, the Mirador de Montepinar lies 3.6 km away. The setting is quieter than the coast, with open mountain and country views from the plot.
The map shows the villa's position in the Guadalhorce valley: Málaga and the airport to the east, the coast about 15 km south and golf courses to the southwest. Daily amenities cluster within a few hundred metres of the property, while the region's cities and beaches lie a short drive away.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cártama sits in the Guadalhorce valley, roughly 17 km from Málaga city and about 12 km from the airport as the crow flies. The position is inland but well connected: the A-357 corridor links the valley to the coast and the Technology Park. Within the Costa del Sol context, this location trades beach proximity for space, lower density and larger plots, a contrast with coastal towns such as Torremolinos, Fuengirola or Estepona. For buyers working in Málaga or the Technology Park, the commute is short, while weekend trips to the coast, the Montes de Málaga or Ronda are all feasible within an hour or two by car.
Distances below are straight-line, as the crow flies; road distances are longer. Beaches, Playa de los Álamos and Playa del Lido, lie about 15 km away, meaning a car trip of roughly 20 minutes for a coastal day. Málaga Airport is about 12 km away, one of the shorter airport distances on the Costa del Sol, which simplifies arrivals and departures for international owners. Golfers can reach Lauro Golf at 6.7 km, Club de Golf de Guadalhorce at 9.3 km and Golf Benalmadena Pitch & Putt at 13 km. Daily provisions require no driving: the supermarket is 99 m from the gate. A car is handy for commuting to Málaga or the Technology Park, but not necessary for every errand. Public transport is limited, three lines and two stops, so most residents rely on a private vehicle for longer distances. The property includes private parking within the plot, and an electric gate with remote control.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 13 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 89 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The villa lies at an elevation of about 86 m above sea level in the Guadalhorce valley, surrounded by mountain and country views. The climate is Mediterranean: the average annual temperature is 18.4°C, with monthly averages ranging from 13°C in winter to 28°C in summer. The swimming season, when sea water reaches at least 20°C, lasts about four months, though the private pool on the plot extends the outdoor season beyond that window. Being inland, the area is typically a few degrees warmer in summer and cooler in winter than the immediate coast, without the sea breeze. The large plot with mature trees, olive, pecan, walnut, lemon, loquat, pomegranate and fig, provides natural shade around the house. The east orientation of the villa means morning sun on the terraces and afternoon shade, relevant for outdoor use patterns. No data on slope was provided; the plot appears usable as lawn and garden across roughly 800 m² near the pool.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa de los Álamos and Playa del Lido in Torremolinos, lie roughly 15 km away as the crow flies, a short drive for a beach day but not walkable. No Blue Flag designation for these specific beaches was confirmed in the data. Recreation closer to home is land-based: three golf courses within 14 km (Lauro Golf at 6.7 km being the closest), 37 sports facilities in the wider area, and hiking viewpoints such as the Mirador de Montepinar at 3.6 km. The municipality's sports infrastructure includes the Polideportivo Municipal at 0.7 km and the Ciudad Deportiva Cártama at 1.8 km, covering everyday sports needs without leaving the valley. On the plot itself, the private pool, the approximately 800 m² of pool and lawn area, the barbecue and the covered outdoor dining area provide recreation at home. The surrounding countryside with mountain views invites walking and cycling directly from the gate.
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Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Cártama is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia, southern Spain. The municipality is situated approximately 17 km (11 mi) from Málaga. It is one of the most extensive towns in the province, covering c. 150 km2 (58 sq mi). Cártama has a population of approximately 15,000 residents.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 68 mm |
| February | 13.1°C | 71 mm |
| March | 15.0°C | 83 mm |
| April | 17.1°C | 56 mm |
| May | 20.5°C | 30 mm |
| June | 24.8°C | 2 mm |
| July | 27.7°C | 0 mm |
| August | 27.7°C | 1 mm |
| September | 24.3°C | 39 mm |
| October | 20.5°C | 80 mm |
| November | 15.6°C | 85 mm |
| December | 13.3°C | 91 mm |
Within the wider Málaga province market, this villa occupies a distinct segment compared with the new-build projects typically marketed on the coast. Comparable developments listed in the region, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), are apartment-style projects at considerably lower entry prices but without land, private pool or the spatial scale offered here. At a fixed €525,000, this property delivers 230 m² of living space and roughly 3,700 m² of private grounds, a land-to-price ratio that is difficult to find within 15 km of the coast. The trade-offs are equally concrete: a 1997 construction year rather than new build, an inland location 15 km from the beach, and no communal facilities such as a gym or concierge. Location-wise, Cártama differs markedly from coastal towns. Mijas and Estepona offer beach walking distance and mature international communities at higher prices per square metre; Torre del Mar offers a seafront promenade east of Málaga. Cártama, by contrast, is a working Andalusian town of roughly 29,000 residents in the Guadalhorce valley, with nine primary schools, five secondary schools and a health centre, infrastructure that supports permanent residence rather than holiday use. Housing transactions in the municipality number around 321 per year, indicating a modest but active local market. The median provincial income of €16,450 also signals that this price segment sits at the upper end of the local market, which typically affects resale liquidity and buyer pool composition. For buyers weighing coastal new-build against an inland renovated villa, the decision largely comes down to land, space and privacy versus sea proximity and modern construction standards.
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