A 1,000 m² south-facing residential plot is offered for sale at a fixed asking price of €1,200,000 in El Paraiso Barronal, an established villa district east of Estepona on the Costa del Sol. The plot lies in the second line from the sea, approximately 1.3 km as the crow flies from Playa Isdabe, and is surrounded by mature Mediterranean planting and existing detached homes. A design project for a bespoke villa is included with the sale. Building regulations allow a buildability coefficient of 0.20 and a maximum plot occupancy of 25%. The area combines golf courses, international schooling and beach access within short distances.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The plot sits in El Paraiso Barronal, a low-density residential area of Estepona East, at roughly 25 metres above sea level with a flat gradient of 1.4% towards the coast. Playa Isdabe lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies, and El Campanario Golf Course is 300 metres from the boundary. Marbella is 14 km distant in a straight line, and Estepona's amenities are within easy driving range.
The plot suits buyers seeking to commission a detached villa in an established neighbourhood rather than purchase a completed home. The 1,000 m² surface with 25% maximum occupancy allows a substantial single residence with landscaped gardens and a private pool, subject to the 0.20 buildability coefficient. South-facing orientation supports outdoor living areas and garden use across the longer seasons of the Costa del Sol.
This concerns a building plot rather than a completed property; the stated completion date of 1970 refers to the original registration of the land. A villa design project accompanies the sale, meaning construction has not begun. Delivery of any future dwelling depends on obtaining licences and the chosen build programme; all timelines remain indicative. Key-ready status applies to the plot itself, which is available for immediate transfer.
The plot contains no bedrooms, bathrooms or built living area; all residential accommodation must still be constructed. Building volume is capped by the 0.20 buildability coefficient and 25% plot occupancy, which constrains the maximum footprint and floor area. Construction costs, licence fees and timelines for a future villa are not included in the asking price. No information is available regarding existing utility connections on the site.
Ref: VL100947
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This plot fits a buyer who wants control over the design and construction of a detached villa in an established coastal neighbourhood. Typical situations include a family relocating to the Costa del Sol who value proximity to The International School of Estepona at 800 metres, or a couple planning a long-term residence near golf facilities and the beach without the obligations of a large community development. It also suits international buyers seeking a second home they can build to their own specification, using the included villa project as a starting point or replacing it with a new design within the planning limits. Buyers who prefer a completed, turnkey home with immediate rental potential will not find that here; the return depends on a separate construction phase. The location works best for households comfortable using a car, as daily errands beyond the local two-kilometre amenity ring are easier by road. The flat terrain and short distance to Playa Isdabe make the plot practical for older buyers as well, since the walk to the sea involves no significant incline. Finally, the 0.20 buildability coefficient and 25% occupancy cap set clear boundaries that suit buyers wanting a generous garden setting rather than a maximum-volume property.
Because this is undeveloped land, quality and finishing concern the plot conditions and the included design project rather than built materials. The plot is registered as key-ready land, dated in the records to 1970, and is sold with an architectural project for a bespoke detached villa. That project envisages spacious interiors, landscaped gardens, a private swimming pool and generous outdoor living areas, oriented south to make use of the coastal sun. The planning framework defines the technical boundaries: a buildability coefficient of 0.20 means the total buildable floor area equals 20% of the plot surface, and a maximum plot occupancy of 25% limits the footprint to a quarter of the land. On 1,000 m², this translates into a building envelope that a purchaser's architect can refine within municipal rules. No information is available on existing utility connections, soil conditions or demolition needs, so buyers should verify these through due diligence. Construction standards, materials and technical installations for the future villa are determined at the design and contracting stage, giving the buyer direct influence over insulation, glazing, climate systems and finishes. The established neighbourhood context, with mature villas around the site, indicates a settled residential standard in the area.
The plot is offered at a fixed asking price of €1,200,000. This is a single existing property listing, not a new-build price list, so no unit variation applies. The price covers the 1,000 m² of land and the included villa design project; it does not include construction, permits or ancillary costs. Compared with new-build apartments in the region, which start between roughly €205,000 and €321,900 in comparable projects at Mijas, Torre del Mar and Estepona, this listing positions itself in the upper segment as a land purchase for a bespoke villa. Availability is immediate, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life around this plot takes shape within a quiet, mature villa neighbourhood where the rhythm is set by gardens, golf and the nearby coast. Mornings could involve a walk to Playa Isdabe, 1.3 km away as the crow flies, or a round at El Campanario Golf Course, which lies only 300 metres from the plot. El Paraiso Golf Club and its clubhouse are within about a kilometre, so the area functions as a golf-oriented residential enclave rather than a tourist strip. Practical needs are covered locally: within two kilometres there are 31 restaurants, six cafés, four pharmacies, three banks and a school, while The International School of Estepona lies 800 metres away, making the location workable for families as well as retirees. Sports facilities such as the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 900 metres add to the daytime options. The surroundings stay quiet for most of the year, with activity peaking in summer when the beaches and hotels fill. With roughly 3,163 housing transactions per year in the wider area, the local market is active but not dominated by high-rise development; the building rules here keep density low. A future resident would rely on a car for larger shopping trips and travel to Marbella, 14 km straight-line away, or Estepona town, though six public transport lines with 50 stops provide a basic bus network. The flat terrain and low elevation of 25 metres make walking and cycling to the beach realistic for most residents.
Life around El Paraiso Barronal is organised around a compact amenity base within two kilometres: 31 restaurants, six cafés, four pharmacies, three banks, a dentist and a school cover most daily needs, while larger shopping requires a drive to Estepona or San Pedro de Alcántara. Education options in the wider area include 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, with The International School of Estepona only 800 metres from the plot. Healthcare is served by two health centres in the vicinity. Tourism infrastructure exists but is discreet at this scale: 24 hotels with nearly 6,900 beds indicate seasonal visitor flow concentrated along the coast rather than in the villa streets themselves. The neighbourhood's character is residential and low-rise, bordered by golf courses on nearly every side. For leisure, the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club sits 900 metres away, and two viewpoints within five kilometres, including Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.4 km, offer walking destinations. Six public transport lines with 50 stops provide connectivity, though a car remains the practical mode for most journeys.
The map shows the plot in El Paraiso Barronal between Estepona and Marbella, with El Campanario Golf Course directly adjacent and the beaches of Isdabe, Salduna and Atalaya within 1.7 km. Distances shown are straight-line measurements; road routes may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
El Paraiso sits on the western side of Estepona municipality, at the eastern edge of the Marbella-Benahavís-Estepona golf corridor. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, lies 14 km to the east, while Málaga city is 61 km away and Algeciras 53 km to the southwest. This positions the plot in the established heartland of the Costa del Sol's residential market, closer to the New Golden Mile's golf and beach infrastructure than to either major urban centre. The location balances coastal proximity with a low-density villa environment.
The nearest beach, Playa Isdabe, lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies, with Salduna at 1.4 km and Playa Atalaya at 1.7 km, all reachable on foot or by bicycle over flat terrain. Golf access is unusually close: El Campanario Golf Course is 300 metres from the plot and El Paraiso Golf Club one kilometre. Marbella lies 14 km in a straight line, with Puerto Deportivo José Banus marina at 6.6 km. Two airports serve the area: Gibraltar at approximately 46 km and Malaga-Costa del Sol at approximately 52 km straight-line distance, both involving longer road journeys. Electric-vehicle charging is available at Supercharger Estepona, 3.8 km away, and at Marbella, 9.5 km away. Public transport consists of six lines and 50 stops in the locality, sufficient for occasional trips but not for daily commuting without a car.
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 46 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 52 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows average monthly temperatures ranging from 12°C in the coolest month to 26°C in the warmest, with an annual average of 19.2°C. The swimming season extends to five months with sea temperatures of at least 20°C, roughly May through October, which shapes how outdoor spaces and a future pool would be used. The plot lies at 25 metres above sea level with a gradient to the beach of 1.4%, meaning the terrain is essentially flat and involves no climbs between the house site and the coast. Mediterranean vegetation surrounds the area, and two viewpoints within five kilometres indicate accessible natural landscapes inland. The mild winter temperatures mean gardens and terraces stay usable year-round, while the five-month warm season defines the peak period for beach and pool life.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within walking and cycling distance: Playa Isdabe at 1.3 km, Salduna at 1.4 km and Playa Atalaya at 1.7 km, all measured in a straight line. Golf is the second pillar of recreation here, with El Campanario Golf Course 300 metres away and El Paraiso Golf Club at 1.0 km, plus the clubhouse at 1.1 km. Racquet sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club at 0.9 km. For maritime recreation, Puerto Deportivo José Banus marina lies 6.6 km away, offering berths, dining and waterfront activity. Walking destinations include Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.4 km and Mirador del Tajo del Novio at 4.9 km. The combination of beach, golf and padel within roughly one kilometre makes the immediate surroundings unusually dense in leisure options for a residential plot.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 47 mm |
| March | 14.7°C | 154 mm |
| April | 16.7°C | 70 mm |
| May | 19.9°C | 27 mm |
| June | 23.7°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.9°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 72 mm |
| November | 16.2°C | 89 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 80 mm |
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Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this listing differs fundamentally from the new-build projects used as regional reference points. Aquamar in Torre del Mal (Torre del Mar) starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,900; these are completed or off-plan apartments with fixed specifications. At €1,200,000 for 1,000 m² of land, this plot works out to €1,200 per square metre of terrain, a figure that must be weighed against the additional cost of constructing a villa before any comparison of price per built square metre is meaningful. The distinction matters: apartment buyers purchase finished floor area and shared facilities, while this buyer purchases location and development rights in an established villa district. Locationally, El Paraiso Barronal competes with the New Golden Mile corridor between Estepona and Marbella, where golf proximity and second-line beach positions command land premiums. Marbella itself, 14 km away, offers more services and higher land values further east, while inland Benahavís provides mountain views at greater distance from the sea. Local market activity of roughly 3,163 housing transactions per year indicates sustained demand in the area. Buyers comparing options should note that the buildability limits here produce a lower-density outcome than most resort developments, which some will value and others will see as a constraint on return per square metre of land.
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