This key-ready apartment is situated in the Sotoserena urbanisation on Estepona's New Golden Mile, an established residential strip between Estepona and Marbella. The home offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms and 80 m² of living space, complemented by a south-facing private terrace with panoramic sea views. Built in 2008, the property forms part of a gated complex with communal gardens, two swimming pools, a gym and a sauna. The asking price is fixed at €420,000 and includes a private underground parking space and a separate storage room. Air conditioning (hot and cold) and central heating are installed.
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The apartment stands in a gated urbanisation on the New Golden Mile, roughly 800 metres from Guadalmansa Beach and about 9 km from Estepona town centre. The A-7 and AP-7 motorways are both easily reached, connecting the location to Marbella, Puerto Banús and Málaga Airport. The setting is residential rather than touristy, with the nearest beach, shops and restaurants within a short drive.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably, with a master bedroom including an en-suite bathroom and direct terrace access. The open-plan kitchen is fully fitted with appliances, and the living area opens onto the covered terrace. Practical needs are covered by fitted wardrobes, hot and cold air conditioning, central heating, a lift in the building, WiFi readiness and an underground parking space with a storage room.
This is an existing home, completed in 2008, and available immediately as a key-ready purchase. There is no construction phase, no off-plan risk and no waiting period for delivery. The building and communal facilities are established and in use; their current condition can be assessed during a viewing. Any renovation or updating would be at the buyer's own initiative.
The property offers 80 m² of living space with two bedrooms, which limits capacity for larger households. It has a communal rather than private pool, and outdoor space is limited to the terrace. There is no private garden. The storage room shown in the imagery is an unfinished basement space with concrete walls. Rental use is subject to applicable regulations and licensing requirements.
This apartment suits a buyer seeking a move-in-ready home on the New Golden Mile without the waiting period or uncertainty of an off-plan purchase. A retired couple or a couple working partly remotely would use the two bedrooms and two bathrooms comfortably: the en-suite arrangement allows privacy for guests or a study arrangement in the second bedroom. The south-facing terrace and sea views matter most to buyers who prioritise outdoor living over interior floor area; the 80 m² layout is modest, so households needing three bedrooms or a private garden should look elsewhere. The property also fits the profile of a second home. The gated complex with on-site pools and gym reduces maintenance concerns during absences, and the included parking space and storage room cover the practical side of seasonal residence. For investors, the combination of a fixed asking price, an established 2008 building and a coastal location near Estepona and Marbella offers rental potential, though this is subject to the applicable regulations and licensing requirements for holiday lets in the area. Buyers who want to be walking distance from a full town centre should note that the nearest beach is about 800 metres away while most daily services require a short drive. In short, the property matches buyers who value orientation, views, security and readiness over sheer size.
The apartment was completed in 2008 and is presented in good condition, with a modern open-plan kitchen fitted with stainless-steel appliances and a bright living and dining area that connects directly to the terrace. Interior finishes include fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and contemporary bathrooms, one en-suite to the master bedroom. Climate control is a strong point: the property has both hot and cold air conditioning and central heating, which covers the cooler winter months when coastal temperatures average around 12 °C. The master bedroom has direct access to the terrace and its own sea view, a layout detail that adds daily value. The building has a lift, which matters for long-term liveability and for moving furniture and shopping. The private outdoor space consists of a covered terrace adjoining the living area, suitable for dining and relaxation through most of the year given the regional climate. The sale includes a private underground parking space and a separate storage room; buyers should note that the storage room is an unfinished basement space with concrete walls, functional for storage but not a finished room. Communal facilities, two swimming pools, a gym and a sauna, are shared with the complex and maintained through the community. Overall, the finishing level is that of a well-kept 2008 build rather than a new construction; a viewing should be used to assess the current state of kitchen appliances, bathroom fittings and window frames firsthand.
The asking price is €420,000, fixed, for the apartment as described, including the private underground parking space and separate storage room. As an existing home completed in 2008, the property transfers in its current state; there are no construction-phase payment milestones. At this price point, the purchase sits above new-build entry prices in the wider province, comparable new developments range from €205,000 in Mijas to €321,000 in Estepona, which reflects the established location, sea views and the inclusion of parking and storage. Running costs consist of community fees for the shared pools, gym, sauna and gardens, plus annual property tax (IBI). Exact figures for these recurring costs should be requested and verified during the purchase process.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around the south-facing orientation and the terrace. Because the living area and the master bedroom both open directly onto this outdoor space, the boundary between inside and outside effectively disappears for most of the year. With average monthly temperatures ranging from 12 to 27 °C, terrace dining is realistic from spring through late autumn, and the sea views give the main living spaces a visual openness that exceeds the 80 m² floor area. The layout is compact but functionally divided: a bright living and dining zone, an open-plan fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite. This means two people can live independently of each other's routines, and guests can stay without routing through the master bedroom. The gated complex adds a layer of daily practicality. Controlled access, two large swimming pools, a gym and a sauna are all within the grounds, so exercise and swimming require no car journey. Communal gardens are maintained as part of the community. Errands involve short drives: Guadalmansa Beach is about 800 metres away, and Estepona town centre, roughly 9 km distant, provides supermarkets, schools, healthcare and the wider range of services. Evenings and weekends follow a coastal rhythm, a walk on the beach, dinner on the terrace, or a trip to Puerto Banús or Marbella along the coast road.
The New Golden Mile is the coastal strip between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, known for residential urbanisations, beach clubs and golf courses rather than high-rise tourism. The immediate surroundings of Sotoserena are quiet and residential, with Guadalmansa Beach roughly 800 metres away as the nearest point of the coast. Daily errands, supermarkets, restaurants, pharmacies, are a short drive, and Estepona town centre at about 9 km offers the full range of services, including schools and healthcare. The area intelligence for the wider zone shows a well-served environment: within 2 km there are 23 restaurants, 27 pharmacies, 7 banks and 4 cafés, together with education options including 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, and 2 health centres. Public transport is present with 4 lines and 22 stops in the area, and train stations at Los Prados (0.8 km straight-line), Guadalhorce (1.6 km) and Clínico (1.6 km) serve the wider Málaga connection. Road access runs via the A-7 coastal road and the AP-7 toll motorway, placing Marbella, Puerto Banús and Estepona all within easy driving range. Málaga Airport lies approximately 4 km straight-line from the area reference point, a distance that translates into a short transfer by car for arriving and departing flights.
The map shows the apartment's position in the Sotoserena urbanisation on the New Golden Mile, with Guadalmansa Beach roughly 800 metres to the south and Estepona about 9 km west along the coast. Distances shown are straight-line; road distances can be longer. Use the map to gauge proximity to the A-7 and AP-7, the beach and the surrounding towns of the western Costa del Sol.
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The New Golden Mile occupies the coastline between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara, one of the most established residential zones of the western Costa del Sol. Its position gives residents dual access: Estepona town centre about 9 km to the west, with its shops, schools and services, and Marbella with Puerto Banús to the east along the A-7 or AP-7. Compared with the busier central strips of Marbella and Benalmádena, the area is characterised by low-rise urbanisations, beach clubs and golf courses. Málaga, the regional capital, and its international airport are within practical reach for a coastal property at this longitude of the coast.
The nearest beach, Guadalmansa Beach, is approximately 800 metres from the complex, walkable for most residents. Estepona town centre is about 9 km away by road. Along the coast, Marbella and Puerto Banús are reachable via the A-7 and AP-7, both of which are accessed easily from the urbanisation. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is the closest airport; the area reference point sits roughly 4 km from it in a straight line, so actual travel by car will be longer. Gibraltar Airport (GIB) lies around 100 km straight-line to the south. For golfers, Club de Golf de Guadalhorce (5.2 km), Club de Golf Málaga Parador (5.4 km) and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez (7.8 km) are the nearest courses, all measured in straight-line kilometres. Marinas at IGY Málaga (5.2 km) and the Marina Real Club Mediterráneo (5.3 km) offer berths and nautical services. Public transport covers the area with 4 lines and 22 stops, though a car remains the most practical mode of transport for daily life on the New Golden Mile. Electric-vehicle charging is available nearby at Ibis Budget Málaga Aeropuerto (1.6 km), Hilton Garden Inn Málaga (1.8 km) and Iberdrola (3.9 km).
| Beach Distance | 3 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 4 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 100 km |
| Los Prados | 0.8 km |
| Guadalhorce | 1.6 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 18.7 °C, with monthly averages ranging from 12 °C in the coolest months to 27 °C in summer. For residents this means terrace use from early spring to late autumn and a heating season limited to the winter months, for which the apartment's central heating and warm air conditioning provide cover. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, lasts about four months, so the complex's two pools and the nearby beach are used intensively in summer and pleasantly in the shoulder months. The terrain is essentially flat: the elevation is 37 metres above sea level and the gradient toward the beach is a gentle 1.1 per cent, so walking and cycling to the coast involve no significant climb. Several viewpoints lie within a few kilometres, including Mirador Torre del Atabal (3.2 km), the Observatorio de Aves Marinas (4.5 km) and Mirador de Churriana (4.8 km), all straight-line distances, offering walking and birdwatching options in the green belt around the area.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest coastal point is Guadalmansa Beach, approximately 800 metres from the complex. Within a few kilometres, further beaches include Playa de la Misericordia (3.0 km), Playa Sacaba Beach (3.4 km) and Playa de San Andrés (3.5 km), all measured as straight-line distances. With four months of swimming season at water temperatures of 20 °C or above, beach life concentrates between June and September, with pleasant conditions on either side. Sports facilities close to the area include Campo de Fútbol Los Prados and Petanca Los Prados (both 0.6 km) and Campo de Fútbol Los Conejitos (1.1 km), giving local options for team sports and pétanque. Golfers can choose between three courses within roughly 8 km: Club de Golf de Guadalhorce at 5.2 km, Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 5.4 km and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez at 7.8 km. Two marinas, IGY Málaga Marina (5.2 km) and Marina Real Club Mediterráneo (5.3 km), provide sailing and mooring infrastructure. Within the complex itself, the two communal pools, gym and sauna cover everyday recreation without any travel at all.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5°C | 62 mm |
| February | 13.2°C | 56 mm |
| March | 14.9°C | 66 mm |
| April | 16.9°C | 41 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 23 mm |
| June | 23.6°C | 4 mm |
| July | 26.1°C | 0 mm |
| August | 26.7°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 25 mm |
| October | 19.9°C | 61 mm |
| November | 15.8°C | 77 mm |
| December | 13.4°C | 88 mm |
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Ref: VL155674
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this apartment occupies a specific position: an existing, key-ready home on the New Golden Mile at a fixed price of €420,000. Comparing it with current new-build developments clarifies what that price represents. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, both lower entry points, but both on the eastern side of the province and both involving off-plan purchase with construction timelines and delivery risk. Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,000, geographically closer, yet still a new-build project rather than a completed home. Against these, the Sotoserena property asks a premium of roughly €100,000 to €215,000. What the buyer receives in return is immediacy, no waiting, no phase payments, plus a mature complex with operational pools, gym and sauna, and a location on one of the coast's most established residential strips between Estepona and Marbella. The region's market context supports steady demand: the area registers around 3,163 housing transactions per year, and the tourism infrastructure (24 hotels with 6,897 beds) underpins the seasonal rental market, though any letting of this property is subject to the applicable regulations and licensing requirements. The median provincial income of €16,450 indicates that international buyers operate in a different price segment from the local market, which is typical for the New Golden Mile. Buyers weighing this apartment against a new-build alternative should weigh the certainty of a finished 2008 building and its included parking and storage against the longer warranties and modern specifications of off-plan construction.
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