This 1,227 m² south-facing residential plot is situated in El Paraiso Barronal, an established villa district in Estepona East on the Costa del Sol. The asking price is fixed at €1,400,000. Urban planning rules permit a buildability coefficient of 0.20 and a maximum plot occupancy of 25%, which allows the design of a detached villa with a private pool and landscaped gardens. The nearest beach, Playa Isdabe, lies approximately 1.3 km away as the crow flies, and several golf courses are within walking or short driving distance. The surrounding area consists mainly of detached villas in a quiet residential setting between Estepona and Marbella.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The plot lies in El Paraiso Barronal, a low-rise villa neighbourhood in Estepona East, roughly 14 km from Marbella as the crow flies. The beach at Playa Isdabe is about 1.3 km away, and El Campanario Golf Course is only 0.3 km from the plot. The area is flat, at approximately 25 m above sea level, which makes walking and cycling practical.
The plot suits buyers intending to commission a bespoke detached villa rather than purchase a completed home. With 1,227 m² of land and a 25% occupancy ceiling, there is room for a garden, private pool and outdoor living areas around a single residence. South-facing orientation supports natural light throughout the day. No finished accommodation exists on the plot.
The plot is registered as key-ready land with an existing description dating to 1970 for the wider area. Any construction would be a new project, subject to current Estepona planning rules, licensing and a separate build budget. Delivery dates for a future villa depend on design, permits and contractor scheduling, and all timelines remain indicative until plans are approved.
The plot contains no bedrooms, bathrooms or built structure, this is undeveloped land, not a habitable home. Buildability is capped at a coefficient of 0.20 and 25% plot occupancy, which limits total floor area. Construction costs, architect fees and permits are not included in the €1,400,000 asking price. Distances cited are straight-line figures; road distances are longer.
This plot is aimed at a specific buyer profile: someone who wants to design and build a villa to their own specification in an established coastal neighbourhood, rather than choose from existing stock. It suits buyers who already work with, or intend to appoint, an architect and who are comfortable managing a construction project in Spain. The location is relevant for families planning permanent residence, given the international school roughly 0.8 km away and the healthcare and daily amenities within a 2 km radius. It also fits buyers prioritising golf and beach proximity: two golf clubs within about 1 km and the nearest sand roughly 1.3 km away as the crow flies. Buyers seeking a turnkey home with immediate rental or move-in potential should look elsewhere, as no habitable building exists on the land. Likewise, those wanting an apartment lifestyle with communal pools and on-site management will not find that here; the plot only supports a single detached residence. The fixed asking price of €1,400,000 for land alone places this in the upper segment of the local market, so it is realistically for buyers with a total budget covering both purchase and construction. Investors should note that returns depend entirely on the villa eventually built and the resale or letting market at that time.
As undeveloped land, the plot has no finishes, installations or structures to assess. The quality of any future residence is determined entirely by the design team, specifications and contractor the buyer appoints. What can be stated factually are the planning parameters: a plot size of 1,227 m², a buildability coefficient of 0.20, and a maximum plot occupancy of 25%. These figures give an architect clear boundaries, roughly speaking, a generous villa with substantial open garden, room for a private pool, terraces and parking within a single dwelling. The south-facing orientation supports passive solar gain in winter and shaded outdoor living in summer, which a competent designer can exploit. The flat terrain (about 25 m elevation with a 1.4% gradient to the sea) simplifies foundations compared with hillside plots elsewhere on the coast, and typically reduces construction cost and complexity. Infrastructure in the surrounding streets, roads, utilities and established villa construction dating back decades, indicates that connections for water, electricity and drainage are available in the area, although buyers must verify capacity and connection points for their specific design through the local authority and utility companies. No warranties about soil condition, existing services or build cost are included in the asking price; a geotechnical survey and utility assessment form part of normal due diligence before committing to a build.
The plot is offered at a fixed asking price of €1,400,000 for the land alone. No completed property is included, and there is no price list of unit types as with a new-build development. The urban planning parameters, a buildability coefficient of 0.20 and a maximum plot occupancy of 25%, define what may be constructed: on 1,227 m² of land this translates into a substantial detached villa footprint with extensive garden space. Buyers should budget separately for design, permits and construction. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process and notary completion.
El Paraiso Barronal is a mature residential area of detached villas between Estepona and Marbella's western edge. Daily life here is quiet and oriented around private gardens, golf and the coast. Within 2 km of the plot there are 31 restaurants, 6 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 3 banks, a dentist and a school, meaning most routine errands can be handled without a long drive. The International School of Estepona sits roughly 0.8 km away, which is relevant for families considering year-round residence. The neighbourhood's rhythm is residential rather than touristic: streets are used by locals and villa owners, and the area stays comparatively calm outside the summer months. For recreation, the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club is about 0.9 km away, and two golf clubs, El Campanario at 0.3 km and El Paraiso Golf Club at 1.0 km, frame the district. Beaches such as Playa Isdabe, Salduna and Playa Atalaya lie between 1.3 and 1.7 km from the plot, reachable on foot or by bicycle given the flat terrain. A car remains the practical choice for larger shopping trips, Estepona town or Marbella's amenities, but the immediate surroundings reduce dependence on it for day-to-day needs. For a buyer planning a custom villa, the location offers the combination of an established neighbourhood, near-coast position and access to schools, sport and healthcare within a short radius.
Life around El Paraiso Barronal is structured around a compact network of local amenities and the coastal road linking Estepona and Marbella. Within 2 km, residents can reach 31 restaurants, 6 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 3 banks and a dentist, covering most daily needs. Two health centres serve the wider area, and education options include 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools across the municipality, plus The International School of Estepona just 0.8 km from the plot. Public transport is present, 6 lines with 50 stops in the area, which is unusual for a villa district of this character and gives a genuine alternative to the car for some journeys. The A-7 coastal motorway runs nearby, putting Estepona town and Marbella (14 km away as the crow flies) within easy driving range. For electric vehicle owners, Tesla Superchargers are located at Estepona (3.8 km) and Marbella (9.5 km). The tourism footprint, 24 hotels with nearly 6,900 beds, sits mostly along the coastal strip rather than inside the villa neighbourhood itself, so the immediate streets remain residential in character. Marina access is available at Puerto Deportivo José Banús, roughly 6.6 km away. The housing market in the area records around 3,163 transactions per year, indicating an active and liquid local market.
The map shows the plot within El Paraiso Barronal, between Estepona and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. Note that the beach, golf courses and amenities marked are straight-line distances; road routes are slightly longer. The flat terrain means the coast is easily reachable on foot or by bike.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
El Paraiso Barronal occupies a position on the Estepona East side of the New Golden Mile, the coastal stretch between Estepona and Marbella. Marbella lies roughly 14 km to the east as the crow flies, Estepona town a similar distance to the west, and Málaga city and its airport about 52–61 km to the north-east. This places the plot within reach of both towns while remaining inside a low-density villa zone. On the Costa del Sol as a whole, the location combines second-line beach proximity (1.3 km to the sand) with immediate golf access, a combination more commonly found at greater distances from the shore.
Distances below are straight-line; road distances are somewhat longer. The nearest beach, Playa Isdabe, lies 1.3 km from the plot, with Salduna at 1.4 km and Playa Atalaya at 1.7 km, all walkable given the flat terrain. Golf is exceptionally close: El Campanario Golf Course at 0.3 km and El Paraiso Golf Club at 1.0 km. For air travel, Gibraltar Airport is roughly 46 km away and Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) approximately 52 km, meaning both are realistic options. By car, the coastal motorway connects the area to Estepona, Marbella and beyond; a personal vehicle remains the most practical mode for commuting and larger shopping trips. Public transport, 6 lines and 50 stops, provides a backup for local journeys. Sport and leisure facilities include the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club (0.9 km) and two viewpoints, Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos (4.4 km) and Mirador del Tajo del Novio (4.9 km), for walking and coastal scenery.
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 46 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 52 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is a central feature of this location. The average annual temperature is 19.2°C, with monthly averages ranging from 12°C in winter to 26°C in summer, and the swimming season, when sea water holds at 20°C or above, lasts about five months. Combined with the south-facing plot orientation, this supports year-round outdoor use of terraces, gardens and a pool. The terrain sits at roughly 25 m above sea level with a gradient of only 1.4% toward the beach, meaning no steep climbs between the plot and the coast. Green surroundings include the fairways of El Campanario and El Paraiso golf courses directly bordering the neighbourhood, while the coastline offers sandy beaches within 1.5 km. For those who enjoy walking, the two nearby miradores (4.4 and 4.9 km) provide marked destinations along the coast. Rainfall in the region is modest and concentrated outside summer, keeping the outdoor season long.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 1.7 km of the plot: Playa Isdabe (1.3 km), Salduna (1.4 km) and Playa Atalaya (1.7 km), all reachable on foot or by bicycle over flat ground. The five-month swimming season with water temperatures of 20°C or above extends practical beach use from late spring into autumn. Golf is the district's defining recreation: El Campanario Golf Course sits 0.3 km away and El Paraiso Golf Club 1.0 km, with its clubhouse at 1.1 km, a concentration of courses that shapes the character of the neighbourhood. Racquet sports are covered by the RozaRossa Tennis and Padel Club (0.9 km). For boating and waterfront dining, Puerto Deportivo José Banús lies about 6.6 km away. The area's hotel infrastructure (24 hotels, around 6,900 beds) brings a wide choice of restaurants and seasonal services along the coast without placing them on the villa streets themselves.
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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Ref: VL358201
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the Costa del Sol market, this plot occupies a different segment from the comparable new-build apartment developments in the region. 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) offer completed or off-plan apartments at a fraction of this plot's €1,400,000 land price. Those developments suit buyers seeking turnkey homes, communal facilities and lower entry costs; this plot addresses buyers who want a single detached villa designed to their own brief in an established neighbourhood. The location itself is a differentiator. El Paraiso Barronal sits on the Estepona East stretch of the coast, roughly 14 km from Marbella, with second-line beach proximity (1.3 km to Playa Isdabe) and two golf courses within 1 km, El Campanario at just 0.3 km. Plots of this size within walking distance of the sand are scarce between Estepona and Marbella, where most available land lies further inland or on hillsides with steeper gradients. Here the terrain is flat (25 m elevation, 1.4% slope), which simplifies construction and daily mobility alike. The immediate area records around 3,163 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale market, relevant for the eventual liquidity of a villa built here. Median provincial income of €16,450 underlines that this segment is driven by international and second-home buyers rather than the local wage base, which supports demand for quality detached housing but also means market sensitivity to international conditions. Buyers comparing this plot with completed villas should weigh the total cost of land plus construction against ready-built stock, and the two-to-three-year typical timeline of design, permits and building against the immediacy of an existing home.
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