A substantial finca-cortijo in the centre of Cancelada, near Estepona, offering 608 m² of living space divided into three independent apartments on a 3,827 m² agricultural plot with orange trees and a vegetable garden. The property includes a private swimming pool, terraces and a 229 m² basement storage area. Built in 2009 and now key-ready in structural terms, the building is listed in a condition requiring renovation and restoration. The asking price is fixed at €1,499,000. The setting combines village life with the beaches, golf courses and amenities of the western Costa del Sol.
At a fixed price of €1,499,000, this property occupies a different segment of the market from the new-build developments typically listed in the region. Comparable new-build projects such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000) sell individual apartments at a fraction of this price, but they offer 60 to 90 m² units without land. Here, the buyer acquires 608 m² of living space, a 229 m² basement, a private pool and nearly 4,000 m² of agricultural land with productive orange trees, a package that simply does not exist in the new-build market. The relevant trade-off is condition: the new-build apartments are delivered finished with modern installations, whereas this finca requires renovation and restoration throughout, and the only climate control listed is a fireplace. Per square metre of living space, the asking price works out at roughly €2,465 before works, which is competitive for the Estepona municipality, where coastal new-build is sold at materially higher rates per m². Location-wise, Cancelada is quieter and more rural than central Estepona or Marbella, yet the data shows beaches within one kilometre and golf, tennis and padel clubs clustered within 1.5 km, the amenity density of a resort area with the character of a village. For buyers weighing this against a Marbella address, the same budget buys far less built volume and little or no land there. The essential caveat is the agricultural classification of the plot: what can be renovated, extended or converted must be confirmed with the municipality before any offer, and this legal question, more than the renovation costs, determines whether the property's underlying value proposition holds.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property stands in the heart of Cancelada, a village area between Estepona and Marbella on the western Costa del Sol. Shops, restaurants and everyday amenities are within walking reach. Playa del Saladillo lies 0.8 km away as the crow flies, and several golf clubs sit within roughly 1.5 km. Marbella is 16 km away in a straight line.
The building contains three separate apartments: one of 128 m² with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and two of 78 m² each with three bedrooms and one bathroom. Every unit has its own living-dining room, kitchen and terrace. This layout suits large households, multi-generational arrangements or rental use, with a shared pool and garden as connecting elements.
This is an existing property, completed in 2009, not a new-build development. The building is delivered key-ready in the sense that it is finished, but the listing explicitly states that renovation and restoration are required. Buyers should budget for works and treat any completion of those works as an indicative timeline rather than a fixed date.
The property does not offer a move-in-ready interior: renovation and restoration are required throughout. The plot is classified as agricultural, which carries limitations on what may be built or changed; buyers must verify these restrictions legally. There is no mention of air conditioning, only a fireplace, and no garage or parking is listed in the available data.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A multi-generational family that wants to live together while retaining independence can use the three apartments as separate households sharing one plot, pool and garden. Buyers seeking a home with rental income can occupy the largest unit and let the two 78 m² apartments, either long-term or seasonally, given the location between Estepona and Marbella. Investors with renovation experience may see a value-adding project: the price per square metre is below new-build levels, and the required restoration is the mechanism through which value can be created. Rural-lifestyle buyers who want productive land, orange trees and a vegetable garden, within walking distance of a village will find that combination here. The property is less suitable for buyers wanting a turnkey home with modern climate control, since the only listed heating is a fireplace and full renovation is required. It also does not suit those seeking a contemporary gated community with shared facilities; the value here is land, volume and location. A car is part of daily life, as is the case across most of the western Costa del Sol, although the village amenities reduce dependency for daily shopping.
The building dates from 2009, which places it well within the era of modern construction standards, but the listing is explicit that both renovation and restoration are required. The available data names no fitted kitchen brands, no air conditioning and no heating system beyond a fireplace. Interiors shown include polished concrete floors in part of the building, a living room with a fireplace and wooden furniture, and a covered patio used for dining. The 229 m² basement is unfinished storage space. Buyers should approach the finishes as a blank canvas: walls, bathrooms, kitchens and climate systems are likely to need work, and the condition category is the single most important cost factor in any offer. On the positive side, the structure offers generous volumes, 608 m² of living space plus the basement, and a layout that separates the three apartments vertically, which simplifies both renovation phasing and independent use. The pool, terraces and garden walls appear established in the photographic material. An east-facing orientation means the terraces receive morning sun; afternoon shade follows. Technical due diligence should cover the roof, the electrical and plumbing installations of 2009, the pool installation and, above all, the legal status of the agricultural plot and what building permits exist or can be obtained for the renovation.
The asking price is fixed at €1,499,000 for the entire property: the building with three apartments, the 229 m² basement, the pool and the 3,827 m² plot. This is an existing home, so there is no price list or unit variation. At 608 m² of living area, the price equates to roughly €2,465 per m² of built living space, before renovation costs, which the listing states are necessary. Buyers comparing with new-build apartments in the region should note that those prices start lower but offer far less space and no land. Transaction costs, notary fees and the legal verification of the agricultural plot status are additional.
This is a working village property rather than a polished coastal villa. The building sits on an agricultural plot of 3,827 m² planted with orange trees and a vegetable garden, with an outdoor pool and terraces between the house and the orchard. Daily life here is rooted in Cancelada itself: the village centre with its shops, cafés and restaurants is on the doorstep, and the data lists 24 restaurants, four pharmacies, two banks and a park within 2 km. The three apartments function independently, each with its own entrance level, kitchen and terrace, which means the property can operate as a family compound, a home with rental income, or a small multi-let holding. The second-floor apartment of 128 m² is the largest unit, with two bathrooms and a 28 m² terrace facing east, so morning light arrives on the terrace while the afternoons cool earlier. The two 78 m² apartments on the first floor each have three bedrooms, one bathroom and a 13 m² terrace. The 229 m² basement is currently storage. Life here is quiet and rural in character, yet the beach at Saladillo is only 0.8 km away as the crow flies, and the coastal road connects quickly to Estepona and Marbella. Buyers should expect a project: the interiors need renovation, and the agricultural status of the plot defines what is and is not permitted.
Cancelada functions as a small, established village in the Estepona municipality, and the property's position in its centre makes daily life largely walkable. The dataset counts 24 restaurants, two cafés, four pharmacies, two banks, a dentist and a park within 2 km, which covers most daily needs without a car. For families, there are 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area, with The International School of Estepona 1.6 km away as the crow flies and Creators International School at 6.9 km. Healthcare is provided through two health centres nearby. The tourism profile of the area, 25 hotels and roughly 6,900 beds, indicates a seasonal rhythm: busy in summer, notably quieter outside the holiday months. Public transport exists in modest form, with four lines and 21 stops, useful for local connections but not a substitute for a car. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 44 km away in a straight line and Malaga-Costa del Sol about 54 km, meaning both are realistic flight options, with Málaga offering the wider route network. The A-7 coastal road provides the main arterial connection to Estepona, Marbella and beyond.
The map shows the property in the centre of Cancelada, with the beaches of Saladito and Villacana under a kilometre to the south and a cluster of golf and tennis clubs surrounding the village on all sides. Marbella lies to the east, Estepona to the west. All distances shown are straight-line measurements; actual road distances may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cancelada occupies a strategic middle position on the western Costa del Sol: inside the Estepona municipality, 16 km from Marbella as the crow flies, and roughly 63 km from Málaga city. The area sits in the belt between Estepona and Benahavís where golf courses, international schools and residential urbanisations cluster, while retaining a genuine village core. Compared with the coast immediately east, Marbella and Puerto Banús, land prices here are lower while distances to beaches and amenities remain short, which explains the density of golf and sports facilities in the immediate kilometre range.
The nearest beach, Playa del Saladillo, lies 0.8 km from the property as the crow flies, with Playa del Sol Villacana at 1.0 km and Playa de Guadalmansa at 1.5 km; the plot slopes gently at about 3.2% towards the coast, so the walk or short drive is easy. Golf is a defining feature of the immediate area: Flamingos Golf sits 1.4 km away in a straight line, Tramores Golf at 1.6 km and El Paraiso Golf Clubhouse at 1.7 km. Tennis and padel options include the Racket Club Villa Paderna at 0.7 km, Club de Tenis at 0.8 km and RozaRossa at 1.5 km. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 8.8 km away, and a Tesla Supercharger station is 1.5 km from the door. By car, Marbella is 16 km straight-line, Estepona is the municipal town, and both airports, Gibraltar and Málaga, are within an hour to an hour and a half's drive depending on traffic.
| Beach Distance | 0.8 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 44 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 54 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at roughly 30 m above sea level, low enough that the sea moderates temperatures year-round. The average annual temperature is 19.3°C, with monthly averages ranging from 12°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, a mild Mediterranean profile without extreme heat or cold. The swimming season lasts about six months, during which sea temperatures hold at 20°C or above, roughly May through October. The 3.2% gradient towards the beach means the plot is essentially flat, which suits gardening on the orange orchard and vegetable patch and makes the whole 3,827 m² usable. The rural surroundings with country views, combined with the village setting, give the property a green backdrop unusual for properties this close to the coast.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 1.5 km as the crow flies: Playa del Saladillo (0.8 km), Playa del Sol Villacana (1.0 km) and Playa de Guadalmansa (1.5 km). These are the calm, family-oriented sandy beaches of the Estepona stretch of coast, less developed than the Marbella beach clubs to the east. Recreation within walking and short driving distance is dominated by sport: three golf courses within 1.7 km, three tennis and padel clubs within 1.5 km, and a public swimming pool at Parque Antena 1.8 km away. For sailing and marina life, Puerto Deportivo José Banús is 8.8 km distant. The 32 local public holidays per year in Andalucía translate into a steady rhythm of ferias and village celebrations, of which Cancelada's own festivities form part, giving the area cultural life well beyond the summer season.
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 |
Moderate
Ref: VL477735
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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