A key-ready, two-bedroom, two-bathroom middle-floor apartment of 90 m² in the beachside urbanisation of Terrazas de Costalita, between Estepona and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. Built in 2003 and in good condition, the property includes a 12 m² covered terrace with south-east orientation, beach and garden views, hot and cold air conditioning, an underground garage space and a storage room. The nearest beach lies roughly 400 metres away as the crow flies, and the gated complex offers 24-hour security, a lift and communal gardens. The asking price is fixed at €475,000.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Costalita is a low-rise coastal urbanisation on the Estepona side of the New Golden Mile, roughly 15 km from Marbella and about 63 km from Málaga in a straight line. The apartment sits in a gated complex a short walk from Playa del Sol Villacana, some 400 metres away as the crow flies, with the Senda Litoral coastal path running along the shore. Shops, restaurants and transport stops are within the immediate area.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a separate utility room. Daily needs are covered by a fully fitted kitchen, fitted wardrobes, marble flooring, double glazing and hot and cold air conditioning. A lift, underground garage and storage room make the home practical for year-round residence as well as for extended seasonal stays.
This is an existing home, completed in 2003, offered in good condition and key-ready. There is no construction phase or delivery schedule to consider; the buyer can take possession directly after completion of the purchase process. Any modernisation would be at the new owner's initiative, as no renovation programme is part of the offer.
The property measures 90 m² with a 12 m² terrace, which limits space for larger households. It is sold unfurnished. There is no private pool or private garden; outdoor space consists of the covered terrace and communal gardens. The urbanisation is not a new-build development, so contemporary specifications such as the latest energy technology are not part of the offer.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a low-maintenance second home by the sea will find the combination of a compact two-bedroom layout, lift access, secure parking and 400 metres to the beach directly relevant. Buyers planning longer winter stays benefit from hot and cold air conditioning, double glazing and the year-round infrastructure of an established urbanisation. Families with one child attending school locally can use the primary school within two kilometres and the international schools a short drive away. Owners who play golf or racket sports several times a week will note the Racquet Club at 300 metres and three golf courses within 2.4 kilometres. The property is less obvious for buyers needing three or more bedrooms, a private pool or a private garden, or for those seeking a new-build warranty and modern energy specification. It also suits buyers who value walkability: with restaurants, a pharmacy, a bank and bus stops close by, daily errands are possible on foot, which distinguishes it from more isolated hillside developments in the region.
The apartment dates from 2003 and is presented in good condition. Interior finishes include marble flooring throughout and fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, durable materials typical of quality Spanish construction of that period. Double glazing contributes to insulation against both summer heat and winter winds from the sea. Climate control is provided by an air conditioning system with both hot and cold functions, allowing year-round temperature management. The kitchen is fully fitted, and a separate utility room houses laundry equipment outside the main living space. The 12 m² terrace is covered, which extends its usability through the midday sun and occasional rain. Building services include a lift, reducing dependence on stairs in a middle-floor position. The complex itself is gated with 24-hour security, communal gardens and an on-site gym area with fitness equipment. Utilities, electricity and drinkable water, are connected. Buyers should treat the 2003 construction date as a factor to verify during due diligence: the condition of the boiler, air conditioning unit and any community maintenance history are standard points for a technical survey, as no renovation programme is included in the sale. The garage space is underground, keeping vehicles out of the sun and freeing the surroundings from parked cars.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €475,000. This concerns an existing, completed home rather than a new-build development, so there is no price list with unit variations; the price applies to this specific 90 m² apartment with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, 12 m² covered terrace, garage space and storage room. Comparable new-build projects in the wider region start at lower entry points, for example Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, but those figures apply to off-plan units of differing sizes and specifications. Availability is immediate upon completion of the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life in Terrazas de Costalita is organised around the short distance to the sea. With Playa del Sol Villacana about 400 metres away as the crow flies and Playa de Guadalmansa and Playa del Saladillo within a kilometometre, the beach functions almost as an extension of the home. Morning walks along the Senda Litoral, afternoons on the sand and evening strolls to the chiringuitos along the shore form the basic rhythm of the area. The south-east orientation means the covered terrace catches morning and midday sun, while the afternoon heat can be avoided behind the glazed balcony. Inside, the 90 m² floor plan with two bedrooms and two bathrooms works for a couple, for a small family using one bedroom as a study, or for owners who regularly host guests. The utility room and separate storage room in the complex keep living areas uncluttered. The neighbourhood is residential rather than a resort strip: within two kilometres there are eighteen restaurants, several cafes, three pharmacies, a bank and a park, which covers routine needs without leaving the area. For sports, the Villa Padierna Racquet Club sits only 300 metres away, and three golf clubs lie within 2.4 kilometres. Life here is quietest outside the summer months, when the beaches and beach clubs are noticeably busier. A car is convenient for larger shopping trips and for reaching Estepona or Marbella, though fifty public transport stops on eight lines give the area a usable bus network.
The immediate surroundings are those of an established beachside urbanisation. Within two kilometres, the data lists eighteen restaurants, two cafes, three pharmacies, one bank and one park, a level of provision that supports daily life without a car for most routine needs. Education is covered by one primary school within the same radius; The International School of Estepona lies 2.3 kilometres away as the crow flies and Creators International School 7.7 kilometres. For leisure, the Villa Padierna Racquet Club is 300 metres from the complex, with Club de Tenis at 1.6 kilometres and RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 2.1 kilometres. Golfers can reach Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena at 1.5 kilometres, Flamingos Golf at 1.9 kilometres and Tramores Golf at 2.4 kilometres. A public swimming pool at Parque Antena lies 1.1 kilometres away, and an electric vehicle Supercharger is located 0.9 kilometres from the property. Public transport consists of eight lines with fifty stops in the area, providing connections along the coast.
The map shows the apartment's position in the beachside urbanisation of Costalita, immediately behind the coastal strip between Estepona and Marbella. The three nearby beaches, the Senda Litoral path, the cluster of golf and racket clubs and the road connections along the coast are all visible within a short radius of the property.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Costalita occupies a position on the New Golden Mile, the coastal stretch between Estepona and Marbella known for its beach hotels, golf courses and low-rise residential developments. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, lies 15 kilometres to the east in a straight line; Estepona town is the nearest full-service urban centre to the west; and Málaga, the provincial capital with some 579,000 inhabitants, lies 63 kilometres away. The area sits closer to both Gibraltar and Marbella than to Málaga, which shapes travel planning for international owners.
The nearest beach, Playa del Sol Villacana, lies 0.4 kilometres away as the crow flies, with Playa de Guadalmansa at 0.6 kilometres and Playa del Saladillo at 0.8 kilometres, all within a short flat walk, as the gradient to the coast is only 2.5%. Marbella is 15 kilometres away in a straight line and Estepona town lies in the opposite direction; Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 9.4 kilometres distant. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 43 kilometres away in a straight line and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 55 kilometres; both figures are direct distances, so actual driving times are longer. A car remains the most practical mode for airport transfers and trips inland, although the coastal bus network with fifty stops in the area offers an alternative for local journeys. The underground garage space included with the apartment simplifies car ownership on site.
| Beach Distance | 0.4 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 43 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 55 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Costalita lies at approximately 16 metres above sea level on virtually flat terrain, the gradient to the beach is just 2.5%, which makes the whole coastal strip easily walkable. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 19.4°C and monthly averages ranging from 12°C in winter to 26°C in summer. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of at least 20°C, lasts around six months, roughly May through October. The long sunshine record of the Costa del Sol supports the outdoor orientation of the area: terraces, beach walks and golf are usable for most of the year. Winters are mild enough for permanent residence, with the air conditioning providing heating on cooler evenings. The flat, low-lying position means no hillside climbs to reach the sea, a contrast with developments set back in the foothills behind the coast road.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beach offer is dense: three beaches lie within one kilometre as the crow flies, including Playa del Sol Villacana at 0.4 kilometres, Playa de Guadalmansa at 0.6 kilometres and Playa del Saladillo at 0.8 kilometres. The Senda Litoral, Estepona's coastal footpath, connects these beaches and allows walks along the entire shoreline. Traditional chiringuitos and beachfront restaurants line the coast here, and the Villa Padierna Beach Club provides a more formal beachfront venue. Sports facilities cluster nearby: the Racket Club Villa Padierna at 0.3 kilometres, Club de Tenis at 1.6 kilometres and the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 2.1 kilometres. Golf is well represented with three courses within 2.4 kilometres, and a public swimming pool at Parque Antena lies 1.1 kilometres away. This concentration of recreation within walking or short driving distance is one of the defining characteristics of the location.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 88 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 55 mm |
| March | 14.8°C | 181 mm |
| April | 16.8°C | 79 mm |
| May | 20.2°C | 35 mm |
| June | 24.4°C | 8 mm |
| July | 27.6°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.7°C | 7 mm |
| September | 24.2°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.7°C | 73 mm |
| November | 16.2°C | 97 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 88 mm |
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Ref: VL195331
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this apartment occupies a specific segment: an existing, key-ready home in a beachside urbanisation, priced at a fixed €475,000. Comparing it with current new-build projects clarifies the trade-offs. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, both significantly cheaper entry points, but located further east along the coast and offering off-plan or new construction of varying sizes. Closer to home, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,000, which undercuts this apartment's price while providing new-build specifications. The premium paid here buys three things that new-build listings in the immediate area do not always combine: a location roughly 400 metres from the beach on flat terrain, a completed home available immediately, and established communal infrastructure including 24-hour security, a gym, gardens and an underground garage. The Costalita, New Golden Mile stretch itself carries higher price levels than inland Estepona or the eastern Costa del Sol, driven by the concentration of golf courses, beach clubs and the proximity of Marbella 15 kilometres away. Buyers weighing value should also consider the age difference: a 2003 building will not match the energy performance and warranty terms of a 2020s development, which is reflected in part in the asking price. With 711 housing transactions per year recorded in the area, resale liquidity in this zone is measurable rather than theoretical, a relevant factor for buyers who may want to sell within a typical five-to-ten-year horizon.
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