This ground-floor corner apartment sits in the Ocean Hills development on the western side of Estepona, near the Selwo area, roughly 500 metres from the nearest beach. Completed in 2016, the building forms part of a gated complex with communal pools, a gym and underground parking. The property itself offers approximately 85 m² of interior space across two bedrooms and two bathrooms, supplemented by a 96 m² private terrace with a built-in jacuzzi and open views over green hills. The asking price is €465,000, with two parking spaces and additional storage included. Estepona town centre, with its full range of services, lies within a short drive.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment is located in a residential zone near Selwo on Estepona's outskirts, in an urban setting with everyday amenities within walking distance. A supermarket lies roughly 100 metres away, a pharmacy about 240 metres, and the nearest beach just over 500 metres. The town's hospital is 1.1 km away. Marbella is 25 km east; Málaga airport approximately 64 km by straight line.
The property functions as a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment suited to couples, small families or buyers seeking a second residence. The 96 m² south-facing terrace extends usable living space considerably and supports outdoor dining and bathing. Communal facilities include a swimming pool, children's pool and fitness room. Furniture is optional, allowing buyers to furnish to their own requirements.
This is not a new-build project: the apartment was completed in 2016 and is described as move-in ready. The construction phase is finished, and the delivery date is historical rather than indicative. Buyers purchase an existing, resale-class property within an established, gated community with functioning communal areas and management structures already in place.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden or sea view; the outlook is towards green hills. It has no third bedroom, so larger households are not the target segment. The complex is not beachfront, requiring a walk of roughly 500-800 metres to reach the sand. A jacuzzi is present, but a full private spa or sauna is not. No private lift access or staffed reception is listed.
This property fits several recognisable situations. First, a couple or retired buyer seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol who want single-level living, walkable amenities and a hospital within about a kilometre. Second, a Northern European buyer wanting a second home that works year-round: the south orientation, year-round sun on the terrace and jacuzzi extend usable outdoor months beyond the five-month warm-water swimming season. Third, a small family with one or two children: the children's pool, nearby schools, six within a two-kilometre radius, and the secure gated setting support this use. Fourth, a buyer prioritising outdoor space over interior size: households that would trade a third bedroom for a 96 m² terrace will find this layout matches that preference, while those needing three bedrooms will not. Fifth, an investor considering holiday letting: Estepona recorded 3,163 property transactions and hosts 24 hotels with nearly 6,900 beds, indicating sustained visitor demand, though rental use depends on community rules that require verification. The property suits buyers less well if a sea view, beachfront position or brand-new construction is a requirement, none of these apply here.
The apartment was completed in 2016, placing it within the current era of Costa del Sol construction standards. Listed technical features include double glazing, air conditioning, electric blinds and an alarm system, a specification consistent with mid-to-upper-tier residential builds of that period rather than entry-level stock. The kitchen is fully fitted, and the bathrooms, as shown in the listing imagery, include a double-sink vanity and walk-in-style shower. Both bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, and an internal storage room adds utility space. Beyond the front door, the terrace carries a built-in jacuzzi, a fixed installation rather than a portable tub, with a covered section for shade. The unit is described as exceptionally well maintained, which for a 2016 build means the installation is past its construction-defects period and any teething issues have typically been resolved. Two underground parking spaces are included, unusual for a two-bedroom unit, along with a separate storage room beside the parking area, effectively a second, larger storage volume. The communal areas are reported as well kept. Energy performance data is not stated; buyers relying on air conditioning for the summer months should budget for electricity accordingly, and the double glazing supports both thermal and acoustic comfort. No specific developer or builder warranty remains on a 2016 completion; the purchase is a standard resale transaction.
The asking price is €465,000. Within Estepona, comparable developments currently market from lower entry points: Celestia Homes from approximately €390,000, Sunset Bay from €359,000 and Aby Middle from €349,000. This property's pricing reflects a completed, move-in-ready unit whose headline attribute is the 96 m² terrace, larger than comparable new-build outdoor spaces at similar budgets, plus two parking spaces, a substantial external storage room and a built-in jacuzzi. Effective price per square metre depends on whether the terrace is counted; on interior area alone the price is above the local average, which is explained by the outdoor space, corner position and parking allocation. Furniture is optional and priced separately if selected.
Daily life here revolves around a compact apartment core extended by a very large terrace. The interior of roughly 85 m² contains a living room with direct terrace access, a fitted kitchen, two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and two bathrooms. The internal storage room can serve as a utility area or pantry. The real difference-maker is the 96 m² terrace: larger than the interior itself, south-facing, and fitted with a built-in jacuzzi. Because the unit is a ground-floor corner position with no buildings directly in front, the terrace receives sun throughout the day and offers unobstructed views over the green hills towards Selwo. This shapes the daily rhythm: breakfast outdoors, midday sun by the jacuzzi, evening dining with a hill view. The gated complex adds a communal pool, a children's pool and a fitness room, which reduces dependence on external sports facilities, three sports centres lie within 600 metres in any case. Practical errands are short: a supermarket at roughly 100 metres and a pharmacy at 240 metres mean groceries and prescriptions are walkable. The beach is a few minutes on foot. The setting is residential rather than touristic, though Estepona's old town, marina and beaches are all within a short drive or a longer walk. The position suits a household that treats the terrace as its principal living space for much of the year.
The immediate neighbourhood is urban and residential, with the density of amenities one expects closer to a town centre: within two kilometres there are roughly 50 restaurants, 22 cafés, 18 pharmacies, 4 banks, 2 parks and 6 schools. Estepona municipality counts 79,621 inhabitants (2025), large enough to sustain year-round services, healthcare infrastructure, two health centres plus the hospital at 1.1 km, and 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools across the district. The practical effect is that the area does not shut down outside the summer season. Public transport is available via 8 lines and around 50 stops, so basic mobility without a car is feasible, though the hilly terrain west of town and distances to golf courses and Marbella make a vehicle the more practical choice. Noise levels are those of a residential zone rather than the beachfront promenade; the nearest busy tourist strip is at La Rada, roughly 800 metres away. Sports provision is dense: 134 facilities across the municipality, with three centres within 600 metres of the apartment, including the municipal sports complex. Two marinas, Puerto Estepona at 1.6 km and the Puerto Deportivo at 1.8 km, extend recreational options on the water.
The map shows the apartment's position between Estepona town and the green hills behind Selwo, with the coastline roughly 500-800 metres to the south. Markers indicate La Rada beach, the supermarket and pharmacy within a short walk, the hospital at just over a kilometre, and the golf courses of Valle Romano and Azata to the west.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Estepona occupies the western Costa del Sol between Marbella (25 km, population 147,958) and Algeciras (42 km, population 121,957), with Málaga city at 73 km. This positions the apartment in the quieter, greener end of the coast: still within reach of Marbella's commercial and nightlife offer in under half an hour, but with lower development density and direct access to the Sierra Bermeja foothills. Gibraltar airport at roughly 36 km straight-line provides a second flight option. Locally, the property sits between Estepona's town centre and the Selwo nature area, combining urban services with a semi-rural backdrop.
Beaches: Playa de Estepona at approximately 524 m, La Rada at 769 m and Playa del Cristo at 1.6 km, with Playa del Angel at 1.7 km, all walkable. Airport: Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at roughly 64 km straight-line (34 km is the listed road-network figure for the nearest airport access point, with Gibraltar at ~36 km straight-line offering an alternative). Supermarket: 104 m. Hospital: 1.1 km. Pharmacy: 237 m. Golf: Valle Romano at 4.1 km, Azata Golf at 4.4 km and Estepona Golf at 6.1 km, three courses within a ten-minute drive. EV charging: Zunder-GALP at 1.4 km and a Tesla Supercharger at 8.3 km. Marbella is 25 km east and Algeciras 42 km west. Marinas at 1.6-1.8 km.
| Beach Distance | 0.8 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 36 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 64 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The site sits at approximately 19 m above sea level with a gentle 2.4% slope towards the beach, effectively flat terrain, which makes walking and cycling to the coast undemanding. Historical sunshine averages around 3,848 hours per year, one of the higher figures for the Iberian peninsula, and the mean annual temperature is 19.2°C within a 15-25°C band. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20°C, runs roughly five months; outside that window, the terrace jacuzzi and the sun exposure extend outdoor use. Behind the town, the Sierra Bermeja rises to 1,449 m at Los Reales, giving the apartment its green hill backdrop and providing hiking terrain within a short drive. The setting near forest, listed among the property's features, places the unit at the transition between the built-up coast and the natural park area inland.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
Estepona's coastline offers several accessible options from this location. La Rada, the town's principal beach at about 800 metres, is a long central stretch backed by the promenade and chiringuitos. Playa del Cristo at 1.6-2.2 km is a sheltered westerly-facing cove popular with families for its calm water. Playa del Angel lies at 1.7 km. Golfers have three courses within roughly six kilometres: Valle Romano (4.1 km), Azata Golf (4.4 km) and Estepona Golf (6.1 km), plus the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort at 6.2 km. Sports facilities number 134 across the municipality, with Better Bodies gym at 300 metres and the Polideportivo Municipal at 600 metres. Two viewpoints, Mirador del Carmen (1.2 km) and Mirador Playa del Cristo (2.0 km), provide coastal panoramas, and the two marinas handle boat-based recreation.
134 Facilities Available
Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Estepona occupies the western Costa del Sol between Marbella (25 km, population 147,958) and Algeciras (42 km, population 121,957), with Málaga city at 73 km. This positions the apartment in the quieter, greener end of the coast: still within reach of Marbella's commercial and nightlife offer in under half an hour, but with lower development density and direct access to the Sierra Bermeja foothills. Gibraltar airport at roughly 36 km straight-line provides a second flight option. Locally, the property sits between Estepona's town centre and the Selwo nature area, combining urban services with a semi-rural backdrop.
Estepona is a town and municipality in the comarca of the Costa del Sol, southern Spain. It is located in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia. Its district covers an area of 137 square kilometers in a fertile valley crossed by small streams and a mountainous areas dominated by the Sierra Bermeja, which reaches an elevation of 1,449 m at the peak of Los Reales.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
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| January | °C | 82 mm |
| February | °C | 72 mm |
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| June | °C | 3 mm |
| July | 25.4°C | 0 mm |
| August | °C | 1 mm |
| September | 23.9°C | 13 mm |
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| November | °C | mm |
| December | 14.9°C | 132 mm |
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within Estepona, this property competes with new-build developments priced from the mid-€300,000s: Celestia Homes from approximately €390,000, Sunset Bay from €359,000 and Aby Middle from €349,000. Against those, the €465,000 asking price appears elevated for a two-bedroom unit, but the comparison is not like-for-like. New-build entry prices typically reflect smaller units with modest terraces, communal parking arrangements and phased delivery; this property's headline quantities, a 96 m² terrace exceeding the interior area, two parking spaces, two storage rooms and a built-in jacuzzi, fall outside the standard specification at that price band. The 2016 completion date also removes construction risk and delivery waiting time, which new-build buyers at the comparables still carry. Positionally, Estepona sits at the value-oriented end of the western Costa del Sol relative to Marbella 25 km east, while offering more infrastructure than the smaller villages towards Manilva and Sotogrande to the west. Municipality-level data supports a functioning market: 3,163 property transactions, a population of nearly 80,000, two health centres, 29 schools and 24 hotels. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives should compare on three axes: outdoor space per euro (where this unit is strong), energy certification and warranty cover (where a 2016 resale is weaker than a new build), and location specifics, the Selwo-side setting trades beachfront immediacy for green views and tranquillity, with the sand still within walking distance.
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