This detached villa stands in the Valle Romano area on the western side of Estepona, Málaga, roughly 500 metres from Playa de Estepona and within walking distance of everyday amenities. The property is a single-storey dwelling built in 1970 and recently renovated, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 113 m² of living space on a 553 m² plot. The garden includes a private 7m x 4m swimming pool and street-level parking. The house is completed and available, with a south-west orientation and views over its own garden and pool. Nearby are several golf courses, including Valle Romano Golf at approximately 4 km.
Within Estepona, this villa competes with both resale properties and new-build developments. Nearby new-build projects include One Estepona (from €685,000), Asperia Estepona (from €625,000) and Bayside Homes (from €739,000). Those developments typically offer modern energy certificates, communal facilities and contemporary construction standards, but generally on smaller plots, frequently as apartments or townhouses rather than detached villas. At €849,000, this property carries a premium of roughly €110,000, 220,000 over those entry prices, which the buyer trades for a 553 m² private plot, a private pool without community fees for pool maintenance, and detached single-level living. The trade-offs run both ways: new-build buyers obtain current insulation and glazing standards, warranties under the Spanish building guarantee regime, and typically more energy-efficient installations, while this 1970 villa, even renovated, requires verification of its energy performance certificate and technical condition. Locationally, the villa's walkable distance to the beach, supermarket and pharmacy is a distinguishing feature; several new developments sit further inland or in more car-dependent settings. Compared with Marbella 25 km east, Estepona generally offers lower price points per square metre while remaining within the same coastal corridor, with 3,163 transactions recorded locally indicating an active market. Buyers weighing this property against alternatives should compare total cost of ownership, community fees, pool maintenance, IBI property tax on the larger plot, against the service levels of new-build urbanisations.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa is situated in an urban residential area of Estepona with a supermarket 104 metres away, a pharmacy 237 metres away and a hospital 1.1 km away. Playa de Estepona lies 524 metres away and La Rada beach 769 metres. The location is flat, with a 2.4% slope towards the sea. Málaga Airport is approximately 34 km away by straight-line distance, with Gibraltar Airport at 36 km.
The property functions as a single-level family villa with three bedrooms, an en-suite master bathroom and a living room with fireplace. The private plot accommodates a swimming pool, garden and parking on site. Daily needs such as shopping and pharmacy visits are feasible on foot. Sports facilities, including a municipal sports centre and private gyms, lie within 600 metres, supporting a permanently resident lifestyle as well as seasonal use.
This is not a new-build development. The villa was completed in 1970 (date indicative) and has since been renovated. The construction status is completed, meaning no off-plan purchase process, stage payments or construction timelines apply. Buyers acquire an existing, finished property, which allows direct inspection of the actual condition of the building, garden and pool before purchase.
The property does not offer sea views; views are limited to the private garden and pool. It provides private street-level parking rather than a garage or enclosed parking space. There are two bathrooms only, one of which is en-suite. The building dates from 1970, so construction does not meet current new-build energy standards unless documented otherwise. No communal facilities such as a gym or sauna are included.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol who wants single-level living, a private pool and the ability to do shopping, pharmacy visits and school runs on foot will find the location matches that requirement. The same applies to buyers relocating from northern Europe who prefer an established neighbourhood with year-round services over a resort-style urbanisation; the villa is within a functioning town rather than an isolated development. A second-home buyer prioritising beach proximity, under ten minutes on foot, combined with privacy and private outdoor space may also find the configuration relevant, since the pool and garden provide outdoor living without dependence on communal facilities. The property may suit families with children, given six schools within a two-kilometre radius and a hospital 1.1 km away. It is less obviously suited to buyers specifically wanting sea views, more than two bathrooms, or a modern new-build energy certificate. Buyers intending extensive golf-based living should note the courses are a short drive rather than walkable. In short: the buyer profile is someone who values walkable urban amenities, a flat coastal setting and a manageable single-storey layout over panoramic views or resort facilities.
The villa has been recently renovated, which typically means updated kitchen and bathroom installations, though the exact scope of works should be verified during viewing. Interior photography shows a modern kitchen with wood-toned cabinetry, a breakfast bar and integrated refrigeration, indicating a contemporary refit rather than original 1970 fittings. The listing describes spacious rooms with high ceilings, a living room with fireplace, and an en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom. As a 1970 building, the underlying structure predates current technical building codes (Código Técnico de la Edificación, in force since 2006), which means insulation standards, glazing performance and thermal bridging will generally differ from new construction unless addressed in the renovation. Buyers should request the energy performance certificate to establish the actual rating, as no specific label is provided in the available data. The pool measures 7m x 4m and sits within a 553 m² plot that also accommodates private garden and street-level parking. The single-storey layout simplifies maintenance and accessibility. Given the age of the building, a technical survey is the standard instrument for assessing roof condition, damp, electrical and plumbing systems; the renovation status reduces but does not eliminate the relevance of this inspection.
The property is listed at €849,000. This positions it above comparable new-build developments in Estepona such as One Estepona (from €685,000), Asperia Estepona (from €625,000) and Bayside Homes (from €739,000), though those figures relate to different product types, sizes and plot situations. Here, the price reflects a completed, renovated detached villa with a 553 m² private plot, swimming pool and parking in a walkable urban location. As the house is finished, there is no staged payment structure; the purchase follows the standard resale process with notary completion. Prices should be treated as indicative and confirmed with the seller.
Daily life around this villa follows the rhythm of an established residential neighbourhood on the edge of Estepona town. Because a supermarket lies just over a hundred metres away and a pharmacy within three hundred, routine errands do not require a car. The flat terrain between the property and the coast, with an average slope of 2.4%, makes walking and cycling to the beach practical; Playa de Estepona is under 600 metres and La Rada roughly 800 metres away. The house itself is arranged entirely on one level, which shapes how the property is used: the pool, garden and terrace function as an extension of the living space for much of the year, given the south-west orientation and the region's roughly 3,848 annual hours of sunshine. Mornings and afternoons can be spent outdoors, with the pool area usable during a swimming season of approximately five months with sea temperatures above 20°C. The neighbourhood sits between urban convenience and a quieter residential character. Within a two-kilometre radius there are some fifty restaurants, twenty-two cafés, several schools and two health centres, while Puerto Estepona and its marina facilities lie about 1.6 km away. For exercise beyond the private pool, the municipal sports centre and private gyms are a short walk. Golfers can reach Valle Romano and Azata golf courses by car in about ten minutes. In practical terms, this is a location where a car is useful for regional trips, Marbella, the airport, the golf courses, but not strictly necessary for daily living.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with urban accessibility. Within a two-kilometre radius, the provision density is high: approximately fifty restaurants, twenty-two cafés, four banks, eighteen pharmacies and two parks. Daily groceries are 104 metres from the door. Health infrastructure includes two health centres in town and a hospital at 1.1 km. Educational provision covers nineteen primary schools and ten secondary schools in the municipality, with six schools within two kilometres of the property. Public transport operates on eight lines with fifty stops, giving car-free access to other parts of Estepona and connections towards Marbella and Málaga. For recreation, the municipal sports centre and two private sports facilities sit within 600 metres. The marinas at Puerto Estepona and Puerto Deportivo, about 1.6, 1.8 km away, add dining and leisure options. Electric vehicle charging is available 1.3 km away. The neighbourhood functions year-round; Estepona has roughly 79,600 permanent residents (2025), so services do not close outside the summer season, a relevant consideration for buyers planning extended off-season stays.
The map shows the villa's position in Valle Romano, west-central Estepona: the beachfront is a short walk east, the town centre with its shops and marina lies a few minutes away, and the golf courses of Valle Romano and Azata sit inland to the west. Marbella and Málaga lie east along the A-7 coast road.
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Estepona positions the property on the western Costa del Sol, 25 km from Marbella, 42 km from Algeciras and 73 km from Málaga city. With approximately 79,600 inhabitants, Estepona is large enough to sustain year-round services, 24 hotels, extensive schooling and two health centres, while remaining smaller and generally less densely developed than Marbella or the Málaga metropolitan area. The town recorded 3,163 property transactions, indicating an active resale and new-build market. The Valle Romano area places the villa on the town's western side, near the golf corridor, with dual airport access via Gibraltar and Málaga.
Distances from the property: Playa de Estepona 524 m and La Rada 769 m on foot; Playa del Cristo 1.6 km; supermarket 104 m; pharmacy 237 m; hospital 1.1 km; Puerto Estepona marina 1.6 km. Golf courses lie slightly further out: Valle Romano Golf at 4.1 km and Azata Golf at 4.4, 4.6 km, roughly a ten-minute drive. Regional connections: Marbella 25 km, Algeciras 42 km, Málaga city 73 km. Airports by straight-line distance: Gibraltar approximately 36 km and Málaga-Costa del Sol approximately 64 km (34 km as stated in the location analysis; driving time to Málaga Airport is commonly quoted around 45 minutes). All figures are indicative and measured as straight-line unless stated otherwise.
| 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 hours of sunshine per year and a mean annual temperature of 19.2°C, with monthly averages ranging roughly between 15°C and 25°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around five months. The property stands at 19 metres above sea level on terrain with a 2.4% slope towards the coast, meaning no significant stair climbing or hill navigation on the route to the beach. Inland, the municipality stretches towards the Sierra Bermeja, whose peak Los Reales reaches 1,449 metres; this mountain backdrop is visible from parts of the town and shapes the local landscape. The fertile valley setting with small streams historically supported agriculture, and the municipality covers 137 km², combining coastline, farmland and mountain terrain within a short drive. For residents, this translates into warm, dry summers suitable for near-continuous outdoor use of pool and terrace, and mild winters compared with northern Europe.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
The nearest beaches are Playa de Estepona (524 m), La Rada (769 m) and Playa del Cristo (1.6 km). La Rada is Estepona's principal town beach, a long stretch backed by the paseo marítimo with chiringuitos and facilities; Playa del Cristo is a sheltered west-facing cove popular with families. Playa del Angel lies 1.7 km away. Golf options within the municipality include Valle Romano Golf (4.1 km), Azata Golf (4.4 km), Estepona Golf (6.1 km) and the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort (6.2 km). Sports facilities number 134 across the municipality, with the municipal sports centre and two private gyms within 600 metres of the villa. Marinas at Puerto Estepona (1.6 km) and Puerto Deportivo (1.8 km) provide berths, dining and nautical services. viewpoints such as Mirador del Carmen (1.2 km) offer coastal panoramas on foot.
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Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Estepona positions the property on the western Costa del Sol, 25 km from Marbella, 42 km from Algeciras and 73 km from Málaga city. With approximately 79,600 inhabitants, Estepona is large enough to sustain year-round services, 24 hotels, extensive schooling and two health centres, while remaining smaller and generally less densely developed than Marbella or the Málaga metropolitan area. The town recorded 3,163 property transactions, indicating an active resale and new-build market. The Valle Romano area places the villa on the town's western side, near the golf corridor, with dual airport access via Gibraltar and Málaga.
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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