This completed two-bedroom apartment is situated in the Sotoserena urbanisation in Estepona, on the western Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga. Built in 2009, the property offers 96 m² of living space with one bathroom, a terrace and sea views, and is sold with an underground parking space and storage room. The location is urban and walkable: the nearest beach is roughly 500 metres away, a supermarket just over 100 metres, and Estepona town centre a short drive. Málaga Airport lies approximately 64 km by straight line. The asking price is €499,000.
Within Estepona, this apartment is positioned at the walkable, town-side end of the market rather than in the resort corridors west of the town. Comparable new-build or recent developments such as Sunset Bay (from €359,000), Sunny Golf (from €370,000) and Celestia Homes (from €390,000) generally sit in golf-oriented or peripheral zones where a car is the default for daily errands. The Sotoserena property's premium over these entry prices reflects its location, a supermarket at 100 metres, pharmacy at 240 metres and beaches under 800 metres, plus the inclusion of underground parking and a storage room, which many new-build units price separately. The trade-offs are equally factual: a 2009 build rather than new construction, one bathroom rather than two, and 96 m² of built area in a communal setting. Against Marbella 25 km east, Estepona generally offers lower price points per square metre while sharing the same coastal climate and transport axis; against inland or hillside Andalusian options, this location trades elevation and views for flat, immediate beach access and year-round urban services, schools, health centres and a resident population approaching 80,000. Buyers comparing across the region should weigh whether walkable beach proximity and established communal facilities outweigh newer construction and additional bathrooms available at similar budgets further from the coast.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits within an established residential urbanisation close to Estepona's town beaches. Playa de Estepona is approximately 524 metres away and La Rada 769 metres. Daily amenities are concentrated nearby: a supermarket at roughly 100 metres, a pharmacy at 237 metres and a hospital at 1.1 km. The A-7 coast road provides regional connections towards Marbella and Gibraltar.
The property functions as a low-maintenance coastal home for two occupants, with two bedrooms, one bathroom and both covered and private terrace areas. Communal facilities include two swimming pools, a children's pool, gardens, a gym and a sauna. Fitted wardrobes, a lift and included garage and storage space cover basic practical storage and access needs.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 2009 and is listed in excellent condition, ready for immediate occupation. No construction risk or delivery waiting period applies. As a resale property in a mature urbanisation, communal infrastructure such as gardens and pools is already established and in use.
The property has one bathroom only, which may constrain use for larger households or guests. It is an apartment within a communal setting, so no private garden or private pool is included. Built area of 96 m² is modest for the price bracket. West orientation means afternoon and evening sun rather than morning light. No details on energy certification or air conditioning are provided in the available data.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a lock-up-and-leave coastal home will find the manageable size, included garage and established communal facilities align with part-year residence. Buyers prioritising walkability, the ability to reach supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés and the beach without a car, will find the immediate surroundings match that requirement more closely than hillside or golf-side developments. Those wanting a completed home with no construction waiting period can move directly to occupation. Small households valuing communal leisure space over private land may accept the shared-pool model in exchange for lower maintenance responsibility. The configuration is less suitable for buyers requiring two bathrooms, larger families needing more built area, or those seeking a private villa with own pool and garden. Investors should note the single bathroom may limit rental appeal for some segments, though the location near beaches and amenities supports holiday-let demand where licensing permits. Year-round residents benefit from the town's permanent infrastructure, 19 primary schools, health centres and a full calendar of local life, rather than a seasonal resort environment.
The property is listed in excellent condition and ready for immediate occupation. Internal features include fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, a lift serving the building, and both a covered terrace and a private terrace area. The photographic record shows a modern bathroom with beige tiling, a bedroom with balcony access and sea view, and hallway storage. Individual heating is installed, an advantage over all-electric communal systems in some coastal buildings of this era. As a 2009 build, the apartment predates current CTE energy-efficiency requirements; buyers should request the existing energy performance certificate, as it is not stated in the available data. The urbanisation is described as having maintained tropical gardens, two pools and a gym with sauna, in a mature community of this age, the condition of communal elements and the state of the community fund are relevant due-diligence points. Construction quality claims in marketing material should be verified against the technical inspection report (ITE) where applicable for buildings of this age. The included underground parking space and storage room are practical additions that add value relative to comparable units sold without them.
The asking price is €499,000 for a completed, two-bedroom apartment of 96 m² with one bathroom, terrace, garage space and storage room included. This positions the property above several comparable Estepona developments such as Sunset Bay (from €359,000), Sunny Golf (from €370,000) and Celestia Homes (from €390,000), though those figures typically reflect smaller or earlier-phase units. The price reflects the walkable beachfront-adjacent location, included parking and storage, and the communal facilities of an established urbanisation. Buyers should verify community fees, IBI and any pending community payments with the vendor.
Daily life here is organised around walkable urban convenience combined with resort-style communal facilities. The apartment's position means groceries, pharmacies and cafés are within a few minutes on foot, while the beach is a short stroll of roughly 500-800 metres depending on the access point chosen. The urbanisation itself functions as a self-contained environment: two communal pools with solarium areas, a children's pool, tropical gardens of over 10,000 m², a gym and a sauna. For a couple or small household, the rhythm is straightforward, mornings can start with a walk to La Rada or Playa del Cristo, afternoons around the pool or terrace, and evenings in the surrounding restaurants and cafés, of which roughly fifty sit within a two-kilometre radius. The west-facing terrace receives afternoon and evening sun, which suits late-day use and sunset views over the sea. Estepona's municipal sports centre is about 600 metres away, and the marina at 1.6 km. A car is not strictly necessary for daily needs, though it expands access to golf courses at 4-5 km and to Marbella and Puerto Banús further along the coast. The area remains residential rather than purely touristic, with schools and health centres serving a year-round population of nearly 80,000 in the municipality.
The immediate environment is urban Estepona with amenities at walking distance: supermarket at 104 metres, pharmacy at 237 metres, and roughly 50 restaurants, 22 cafés and 18 pharmacies within a two-kilometre radius. Health infrastructure includes two health centres in the municipality and a hospital at 1.1 km. Education provision covers 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, relevant for year-round family residence. The beach is the central recreational asset: Playa de Estepona at 524 m, La Rada at 769 m and the sheltered Playa del Cristo at 1.6 km. Sports facilities number 134 across the municipality, with Better Bodies gym at 300 metres and the municipal sports centre at 600 metres. Public transport runs on eight lines with 50 stops in the area, including the L-79 connection towards San Pedro and Marbella. EV charging is available at 1.3 km. Marbella lies 25 km away, Algeciras 42 km and Málaga 73 km, making regional trips practical by car or bus.
The map shows the apartment's position relative to Estepona's beaches, town centre and transport links. The nearest beach sits roughly 500 metres west, with supermarkets and pharmacies within a one-block radius. Golf courses cluster 4-6 km west, and the A-7 connects towards Marbella north-east and Algeciras south-west.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Estepona sits on the western Costa del Sol between Marbella (25 km) and the Gibraltar area (42 km to Algeciras), with Málaga city 73 km east. The municipality has grown to nearly 80,000 residents, supported by 3,163 property transactions recorded in recent data and a tourism base of 24 hotels. Within Estepona, this property occupies the town-side coastal zone near the New Golden Mile corridor, closer to urban services than the golf-and-resort developments further west, and more walkable than hillside estates towards Sierra Bermeja.
Beaches: Playa de Estepona 524 m, La Rada 769 m, Playa del Cristo 1.6 km, all walkable. Airports: Gibraltar approximately 36 km straight-line, Málaga-Costa del Sol approximately 64 km straight-line, roughly 45-60 minutes by road via the A-7/AP-7. Golf: Valle Romano at 4.1 km, Azata Golf at 4.4-4.6 km, Estepona Golf at 6.1 km, all a short drive. Towns: Estepona centre about 10 minutes, Marbella 25 km, Algeciras 42 km. Daily services: supermarket 104 m, pharmacy 237 m, hospital 1.1 km, marina 1.6-1.8 km. A car is optional for daily life but convenient for golf, airport transfers and regional trips.
| Beach Distance | 0.8 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 36 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 64 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Estepona records approximately 3,848 sunshine hours per year and a mean annual temperature of 19.2°C, with averages ranging from 15°C to 25°C across the year. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20°C, lasts about five months. The town sits at 19 metres above sea level with a slope to the beach of 2.4%, effectively flat terrain, which makes walking and cycling to the beach straightforward without stairs or steep paths. Behind the coast, the Sierra Bermeja rises to 1,449 metres at Pico Los Reales, providing a mountain backdrop visible from west-facing terraces and offering hiking terrain within the municipality's 137 km². The combination of flat coastal access and 3,800+ sunshine hours supports year-round outdoor use of the terraces and pools.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
The nearest beaches are Playa de Estepona (524 m) and La Rada (769 m), the latter being Estepona's main town beach with a long promenade, chiringuitos and services. Playa del Cristo at 1.6 km is a sheltered southwest-facing cove suited to families and late-afternoon sun. Golf options within a short drive include Valle Romano (4.1 km), Azata Golf (4.4 km), Estepona Golf (6.1 km) and a golf academy at 6.2 km. Waterfront recreation centres on Puerto Estepona and the marina (1.6-1.8 km). Sports infrastructure includes 134 facilities municipality-wide, with Better Bodies gym 300 m away and the Polideportivo Municipal at 600 m. Viewpoints at Mirador del Carmen (1.2 km) and Mirador Playa del Cristo (2.0 km) provide coastal panoramas.
134 Facilities Available
Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Estepona sits on the western Costa del Sol between Marbella (25 km) and the Gibraltar area (42 km to Algeciras), with Málaga city 73 km east. The municipality has grown to nearly 80,000 residents, supported by 3,163 property transactions recorded in recent data and a tourism base of 24 hotels. Within Estepona, this property occupies the town-side coastal zone near the New Golden Mile corridor, closer to urban services than the golf-and-resort developments further west, and more walkable than hillside estates towards Sierra Bermeja.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| January | °C | 82 mm |
| February | °C | 72 mm |
| March | °C | mm |
| April | °C | mm |
| May | °C | mm |
| June | °C | 3 mm |
| July | 25.4°C | 0 mm |
| August | °C | 1 mm |
| September | 23.9°C | 13 mm |
| October | °C | mm |
| November | °C | mm |
| December | 14.9°C | 132 mm |
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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