This completed three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment forms part of the Oceana Gardens development in Cancelada, on the western side of Estepona. The property offers 104 m² of built area together with a 32 m² southwest-facing terrace. The complex sits roughly 900 metres from the nearest beach and within walking distance of a supermarket, pharmacy and several restaurants. The development includes communal pools, landscaped gardens, a clubhouse with spa and gym, underground parking and a storage room. Construction is finished, with the apartment available in completed 2025 condition. Marbella lies approximately 16 km to the east, Málaga airport is reached by road in roughly an hour.
Within the western Costa del Sol, this property's price of €499,000 sits clearly above the entry points of comparable new-build projects elsewhere in the province. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950; Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000; and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000. The difference of roughly €200,000–290,000 against those starting prices reflects a distinct proposition. First, the property is completed, removing construction-phase risk and enabling immediate inspection and occupation. Second, the price includes an underground parking space and storage room, which in some new-build developments are sold separately and can add €20,000–40,000 to the effective cost. Third, the location profile differs: Torre del Mar and much of Mijas sit on the eastern side of Málaga province, with longer transfer times to Marbella and Puerto Banús, whereas Cancelada sits on the New Golden Mile between Estepona and Marbella, within 16 km of Marbella and 9.5 km of Puerto Banús. Set against Estepona-based alternatives such as Etherna Homes 2, the differentiators are scale and facilities: this complex offers a clubhouse with spa, indoor pool and gym, and a walkability profile, supermarket at 79 metres, pharmacy at 131 metres, beach at 900 metres, that few new-build sites in the municipality match. The wider locality records 3,163 property transactions, indicating an active resale market with liquidity should owners wish to sell later. Regional reference points for distance are Marbella at 16 km, Gibraltar airport at 44 km straight-line, and Málaga airport at approximately 55 km straight-line, roughly an hour by road. Buyers comparing options should weigh the premium here against the finished status, included extras and established surroundings on one side, and the lower entry price and newer specification of off-plan alternatives on the other.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment is situated in Cancelada, an established residential district west of Estepona town centre. The nearest beach, Playa del Sol Villacana, lies approximately 900 metres away on flat terrain. Daily amenities are concentrated nearby: a supermarket at roughly 80 metres, a pharmacy at 130 metres, and several restaurants and cafés within a two-kilometre radius. Three golf courses sit within two kilometres of the complex.
The property is configured as a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment with an open-plan living and dining area, a fitted kitchen and sliding doors onto a 32 m² terrace. The master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes. Air conditioning (hot and cold), central heating, double glazing and lift access are installed. Communal facilities include two swimming pools, gardens, and a clubhouse with indoor pool, spa and gym.
The apartment is completed and described as being in excellent condition, with delivery indicated as completed 2025. The development phase has concluded, meaning no construction risk or waiting period applies. Interior finishes, kitchen fit-out and climate systems are installed and in use. Buyers are purchasing a finished unit rather than a plan, with an underground parking space and private storage room included.
The property does not include a private pool; pool access is communal. There is no private garden. The terrace measures 32 m² rather than a larger solarium. Parking is limited to one underground space with an additional storage room. The apartment is a second-floor unit within a gated complex, so ground-floor direct access and panoramic upper-floor views are not features of this particular property.
This property corresponds to several recognisable situations. A household relocating permanently to the Costa del Sol that requires three bedrooms, proximity to schooling and walkable amenities would find the Cancelada setting functional: nineteen primary schools and ten secondary schools sit within the broader area, and The International School of Estepona is 2.3 km away. Buyers seeking a holiday home with low management burden benefit from the gated complex structure, on-site facilities and finished condition, which removes the fitting-out period that off-plan purchases require. Those intending to rent the property out part-year can use the three-bedroom layout and clubhouse amenities, though rental performance depends on factors outside the property itself, including licensing and seasonal demand; the area records 24 hotels and around 6,900 tourist beds, indicating an established visitor economy. Retirees or part-year residents who prefer not to drive daily will note the supermarket and pharmacy within 200 metres and the flat walking route to the beach. Buyers who specifically want a private pool, a large garden or a detached villa format should look elsewhere, as this property offers communal facilities and apartment living. The second-floor position with lift access suits those who want to avoid stairs while retaining a terrace-level outdoor space. Households that place priority on being within walking distance of Marbella or Puerto Banús nightlife should note that those centres lie 16 km and 9.5 km away respectively, requiring a car journey.
The apartment is documented as being in excellent condition following completion, with a modern interior fit-out visible in the photographic material: a fitted kitchen integrated with the dining area, contemporary lighting in the bedrooms, and coordinated finishes throughout. Climate control is comprehensive for this class of property, combining hot and cold air conditioning with central heating and double glazing, a combination that covers both the summer months, when average temperatures reach approximately 28°C, and the winter period, when averages fall to around 12°C. The master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes; the two further bedrooms share the guest bathroom. The 32 m² terrace, oriented southwest and west, extends the usable living area for most of the year given the recorded 3,846 annual sunshine hours. Within the development, the communal areas include two swimming pools, landscaped gardens and a clubhouse containing a spa, an indoor pool and a gym, which extends the facility range beyond what is typical for standard apartment complexes in this price bracket. Practical infrastructure includes lift access, underground parking and a private storage room, the latter useful for seasonal items such as beach equipment and luggage. Security is handled through the gated complex structure. The building's energy performance documentation should be requested individually, as certification data varies by unit and is issued at property level. As a resale or recently completed unit, the buyer can inspect the actual finishes, appliance specification and construction quality before committing, which removes the specification risk associated with off-plan purchases.
The asking price for this completed three-bedroom apartment is €499,000. This positions the property above comparable new-build projects in the wider region: Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000. The price difference reflects factors including the finished status, the included parking space and storage room, the clubhouse facilities, and the walkable Cancelada location under one kilometre from the beach. Within the development itself, availability depends on resale and remaining stock at any given time, so current options should be verified directly. As a completed unit, the full purchase price becomes payable on completion rather than staged during construction.
Daily life at this address centres on the combination of an urban setting with genuine walkability. A supermarket sits within roughly 80 metres of the complex and a pharmacy at about 130 metres, which reduces dependency on the car for routine errands. The beach lies under one kilometre away on a slope of under three per cent, making it practical on foot or by bicycle. The immediate area records sixteen restaurants, two cafés, four pharmacies and a bank within a two-kilometre radius, indicating an established service layer rather than a purely seasonal one. The residential rhythm in Cancelada is relatively steady year-round compared with more resort-driven zones along the coast, supported by a permanent local population and nineteen primary schools within the wider area. The apartment itself is oriented towards afternoon and evening use of the terrace, given its southwest and west orientation: sun arrives from midday onwards, and the terrace functions as an outdoor dining and sitting space into the evening. Mountain and country views are present from the terrace, with partial sea views recorded. Sports facilities cluster nearby, including the Racket Club Villa Paderna at 700 metres, a tennis club at 1.4 km and padel facilities at 2.2 km. For households that combine school runs, beach visits and local errands, the configuration of distances here reduces the number of car journeys required in a typical week. Public transport is available through four lines and 21 stops in the vicinity, though the coastal carriageway and personal vehicle remain the primary means of reaching Marbella or Estepona town.
Cancelada functions as a residential district within the Estepona municipality rather than as a purpose-built resort, which affects the year-round character of the area. Amenities operate through the winter months: the recorded facilities within two kilometres include sixteen restaurants, two cafés, four pharmacies and a bank, alongside a public park. Two health centres serve the local population, with the nearest hospital at 2.9 km. The terrain is essentially flat, the site sits at approximately 31 metres above sea level with a slope of 2.8 per cent towards the beach, which makes walking and cycling realistic transport modes for local trips. Public transport coverage consists of four lines serving 21 stops, sufficient for connections towards Estepona and along the coast, though most residents use a car for regional journeys. The A-7 coastal carriageway connects the area to Estepona town, San Pedro and Marbella; Marbella lies 16 km to the east and Estepona centre roughly 10 km to the west. Traffic levels rise during the July, August holiday period, as is typical along this section of coast. The immediate surroundings combine housing with low-rise commercial units, sports clubs and golf courses; three courses, El Coto de la Serena (1.4 km), Flamingos Golf (1.5 km) and Tramores Golf (2.0 km), sit within a short drive, giving the district its golf-oriented character. Puerto Deportivo José Banús, at 9.5 km, is the nearest marina.
The map shows the apartment's position in Cancelada relative to the beaches of Villacana and Guadalmansa under one kilometre to the south, the golf courses of El Coto de la Serena and Flamingos to the north and east, and the connecting road network towards Estepona and Marbella. The markers for supermarket, pharmacy and international school illustrate the walkable service radius around the complex.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cancelada occupies a position on the New Golden Mile, the coastal strip between Estepona town and San Pedro de Alcántara. Estepona centre lies roughly 10 km to the west, Marbella 16 km to the east, and Algeciras 51 km to the southwest. Málaga city, at 63 km, and its airport frame the north-eastern access point. The district sits closer to Marbella's amenity network than to Estepona's, while retaining its own local service base. Compared with resort zones further east, the immediate area is lower in density and more residential in character. The recorded 3,163 property transactions in the locality indicate an active resale market in the district.
Beaches: Playa del Sol Villacana at 0.9 km, Playa de Guadalmansa at 1.0 km, Playa del Saladillo at 1.1 km. Airports: Málaga-Costa del Sol at approximately 55 km straight-line (about one hour by road) and Gibraltar at 44 km straight-line. Towns: Estepona centre roughly 10 km west, Marbella 16 km east, Puerto Banús 9.5 km. Golf: three courses within 2.0 km. Daily services: supermarket at 79 m, pharmacy at 131 m, hospital at 2.9 km. Education: The International School of Estepona at 2.3 km. An EV charging station, including a Tesla Supercharger, is located 0.8 km away. Public transport runs via four lines with 21 stops in the surrounding area.
| Beach Distance | 0.8 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 44 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 54 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for this location indicates a Mediterranean pattern with an annual average temperature of 19.3°C, summer averages around 28°C and winter averages around 12°C. Recorded sunshine hours total approximately 3,846 per year, which supports year-round use of the terrace, particularly given its southwest orientation that captures afternoon and evening sun. The swimming season extends to roughly six months, during which sea temperatures remain at or above 20°C, consistent with the beaches lying under one kilometre away. The site sits at 31 metres above sea level with a gradient of 2.8 per cent towards the coast, meaning no significant climbs on foot routes to the beach. The surrounding landscape combines the coastal plain with the Sierra Bermeja foothills behind Estepona, and the property records mountain and country views alongside partial sea views. Local weather patterns follow the standard Costa del Sol profile: dry summers, mild winters with occasional rainfall concentrated between November and March, and the moderating effect of the sea on temperature extremes.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within approximately 1.1 km of the complex: Playa del Sol Villacana (0.9 km), Playa de Guadalmansa (1.0 km) and Playa del Saladillo (1.1 km). These are the sandy beach sections typical of the New Golden Mile, backed by low-rise urbanisations and chiringuito restaurants. Recreational facilities cluster densely in the area. Golfers can reach Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena at 1.4 km, Flamingos Golf at 1.5 km and Tramores Golf at 2.0 km, three courses within a five-minute drive. Racket sports are served by the Racket Club Villa Paderna at 0.7 km, Club de Tenis at 1.4 km and the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 2.2 km. A public swimming pool facility, Parque Antena, sits 1.1 km away. For maritime recreation, Puerto Deportivo José Banús lies 9.5 km to the east, offering mooring, dining and shopping. Within the complex itself, residents have access to two communal pools, a clubhouse with indoor pool, spa and gym.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 90 mm |
| February | 13.5°C | 57 mm |
| March | 14.7°C | 182 mm |
| April | 16.7°C | 80 mm |
| May | 20.0°C | 36 mm |
| June | 24.2°C | 8 mm |
| July | 27.4°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.5°C | 7 mm |
| September | 24.1°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 73 mm |
| November | 16.0°C | 97 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 83 mm |
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Ref: VL920761
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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