This key-ready semi-detached house stands in the New Golden Mile area of Málaga, close to the city's western beaches and about 4 km from Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport. The property dates from 1970 and offers one bedroom, one bathroom and 62 m² of living space, arranged around a private south-facing terrace. The asking price is fixed at €495,000. The location combines a suburban, beachside setting with urban convenience: a Cercanías train station lies 0.8 km away, and the nearest beach sits roughly 3 km as the crow flies. The community permits holiday rentals, subject to the applicable regulations and licences.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The house lies in a suburban, beachside district on the western side of Málaga, roughly 3 km in a straight line from Playa de la Misericordia. Los Prados railway station is 0.8 km away, and the airport is approximately 4 km from the property. Everyday amenities are concentrated nearby, with restaurants, pharmacies and banks all recorded within a 2 km radius.
The home is suited to buyers seeking a compact coastal base near the city. A south-facing orientation provides sun on the private and covered terraces through the day, and air conditioning (hot and cold) covers both seasons. At 62 m² with one bedroom and one bathroom, the property functions as a holiday residence, a pied-à-terre or a rental unit rather than a family home.
This is not a new-build development. The house was completed in 1970 and is offered in key-ready condition, described by the seller as being in excellent condition. Optional furniture can be included in the purchase. Two potential modifications are flagged by the seller: the construction of an extra floor and use for holiday letting, both subject to planning permission, technical approval and licensing.
The property offers one bedroom and one bathroom across 62 m² of living space; it does not provide additional bedrooms, a private pool or a private garden plot of significant size. No parking space, storage room or communal pool is recorded in the available data. Any extension or holiday-let use depends on permissions that have not yet been obtained, so these possibilities cannot be guaranteed.
Ref: VL271866
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Several buyer profiles fit this property. A first consideration is the buyer seeking a low-maintenance second home on the Costa del Sol with the Mediterranean within walking or short driving distance. The compact 62 m² layout and the south-facing terrace suit stays of a few weeks or months rather than permanent family residence. A second profile is the investor interested in holiday letting. The sellers state that the community of owners permits holiday rentals, which is a meaningful data point given that many communities on the coast prohibit them. Rental use remains subject to regional licensing requirements, so buyers should verify the current regulations for Andalusia before relying on rental income. A third situation is the buyer who values the option to add value. The seller indicates that an additional floor may be constructible, subject to planning permission and technical approval. Buyers with the budget and patience for such a process could expand the living area and potentially increase the property's worth; buyers unwilling to navigate Spanish planning procedures should discount this possibility entirely. The property is less suitable for buyers needing multiple bedrooms, a private pool or a large garden, none of these are present. It is also not a rural retreat: the district is suburban, with an airport 4 km away and an active neighbourhood around it. Buyers wanting silence and open countryside should look further inland. Conversely, buyers who want to live without a car, or with only occasional car use, benefit from the train station 0.8 km away and the dense amenity provision within 2 km.
The house was built in 1970 and is presented in what the seller describes as excellent condition. For a property of this age, the recorded features point to a home that has been modernised at least in part: double glazing is listed, which improves insulation and reduces noise, relevant given the proximity of the airport and urban roads. Air conditioning with both hot and cold functions is installed, providing year-round climate control beyond what a 1970s build would originally have offered. The interior images show a modern kitchen with a window view, a bedroom with large glazing and white curtains, and a living room that opens toward the patio. The photographic material is consistent with a recently refreshed interior rather than an untouched period property, though buyers should confirm the scope and age of any renovation during a viewing and through technical due diligence. Outdoor finishes include a private terrace and a covered terrace, both south-facing, plus a sunny patio used for dining and lounging. Garden views are noted rather than sea views, which matches the property's position within the urbanisation rather than directly on the sand. Two structural considerations matter. First, the potential extra floor would require a structural assessment; not every 1970s semi-detached house can carry an additional storey without reinforcement. Second, the absence of recorded communal facilities such as a pool means the terrace and patio are the principal outdoor space. Buyers should commission an independent technical inspection to verify the building's condition, electrical and plumbing systems, and the feasibility of any extension before completing a purchase.
The property is an existing home offered at a fixed asking price of €495,000. This is not a price-list project with tiered options: the amount applies to this specific house with its current layout of one bedroom, one bathroom and 62 m² of living space. Furniture is optional and would be arranged separately. Buyers comparing this with new-build developments nearby should note the difference in pricing structure: projects such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000) advertise starting prices for new units, not fixed prices for completed resale homes. Delivery is immediate in the sense that the house is key-ready; the construction date of 1970 is factual and any refurbishment history should be verified during due diligence.
Daily life at this property revolves around its position between the coast and the city. The house sits on the western edge of Málaga, in a district where residential streets, local commerce and transport links intermingle. Within 2 km there are 23 restaurants, 27 pharmacies, 7 banks and 4 cafés, which means that groceries, prescriptions and errands can be handled on foot or by a short drive. The nearest football pitch and pétanque court lie only 0.6 km away, indicating a neighbourhood with local sports facilities rather than resort-style grounds. The rhythm of the day is shaped by the south-facing terrace. Mornings begin in direct sunlight, and the covered terrace allows outdoor use even in the hotter or wetter hours. The interior is compact: a living room opening to the patio, a modern kitchen with a window view, and one bedroom. For a single occupant or a couple this is workable year-round; for larger households it is not. The beach at Playa de la Misericordia lies about 3 km away in a straight line, and the walkable, flat gradient of roughly 1.1% means the route to the sea involves no climbing. The Cercanías station at Los Prados, 0.8 km away, connects the district with Málaga city centre in a short train ride, which reduces dependence on a car for urban trips. For air travel, the airport is roughly 4 km away as the crow flies, close enough for quick departures, though aircraft noise may be perceptible in parts of the area. The setting is suburban and lived-in rather than quiet countryside; the trade-off is proximity to almost everything the city offers.
The immediate surroundings are urban and practical. Within a 2 km radius, the area intelligence records 23 restaurants, 27 pharmacies, 7 banks, 4 cafés and a dentist, alongside 2 health centres. Education is well covered, with 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the dataset, a sign that this is a year-round residential district, not a seasonal resort strip. Transport infrastructure is a defining feature. Los Prados Cercanías station lies 0.8 km from the house, with Guadalhorce and Clínico stations 1.6 km away. Four public transport lines serve the district through 22 stops, making car-free living feasible for daily needs. By car, the airport at approximately 4 km straight-line distance is the most significant nearby landmark; Gibraltar is roughly 100 km away and Alicante about 387 km. For leisure, the sports facilities closest to the property are local and unpretentious: a football pitch and pétanque courts 0.6 km away, and another football ground 1.1 km away. Golfers have three courses within reach, 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, all measured in a straight line. The district's tourism footprint (24 hotels and nearly 7,000 beds) confirms that visitors are part of the local economy, which supports the feasibility of holiday letting but also means seasonal fluctuation in street activity.
The map shows the property's position on Málaga's western side, between the city centre and the airport. Visible reference points include Los Prados station (0.8 km), Playa de la Misericordia (3.0 km), the airport (approx. 4 km) and the Guadalhorce golf courses beyond 5 km. All distances are straight-line.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, this property represents the urban Málaga end of the market rather than the resort towns further west. Marbella, Estepona and the traditional New Golden Mile around San Pedro and Cancelada lie considerably further along the coast; here the label refers to a western Málaga district. The position is defined by the city: 19 primary schools, 2 health centres and a commuter rail line within a small radius are attributes of a metropolitan neighbourhood, not a villa urbanisation. Buyers choosing this location trade resort tranquillity for city services, an airport 4 km away and year-round vitality.
Distances below are straight-line; road routes are longer. The nearest beach, Playa de la Misericordia, is 3.0 km away, with Playa Sacaba at 3.4 km and Playa de San Andrés at 3.5 km. The gradient to the coast is roughly 1.1%, effectively flat, so cycling or walking to the sea is realistic. Málaga's marinas lie 5.2 and 5.3 km away for boat owners or nautical leisure. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 4 km from the property, one of the shortest airport distances on the coast; flight paths mean some noise exposure should be expected. Electric-vehicle charging points are available at 1.6 km and 1.8 km. Public transport consists of four lines and 22 stops in the area, and the Cercanías commuter rail at Los Prados (0.8 km) links the district to the city centre and further along the coast. A car remains useful for beach trips with equipment, golf rounds and shopping in bulk, but it is not a strict necessity for daily life.
| 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 a Mediterranean pattern: average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in the coldest month to 27°C in the warmest, with an annual average of 18.7°C. Winters are mild enough to use the property year-round, and the hot and cold air conditioning covers both extremes of the year. The swimming season is recorded at four months with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, roughly June through September. This is a coastal-norm figure; sea bathing outside that window is possible but cooler. The elevation is 37 m above sea level with a gradient to the beach of about 1.1%, so the terrain is flat and there are no stairs or hills between the house and the coast. Nature nearby is modest rather than dramatic: the listed viewpoints, Mirador Torre del Atabal (3.2 km), the Observatorio de Aves Marinas (4.5 km) and Mirador de Churriana (4.8 km), offer birdwatching and panoramas of the coast and Guadalhorce estuary, which sits between the property and the sea and is known for its birdlife. The setting is listed as close to forest as well as urban, giving residents access to green space without leaving the metropolitan area.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit within 3.5 km: Playa de la Misericordia (3.0 km), Playa Sacaba (3.4 km) and Playa de San Andrés (3.5 km), all measured in a straight line. These are long urban beaches on Málaga's western seafront, backed by the chiringuitos and promenides typical of the city coast. The flat 1.1% gradient makes the route easy on foot or by bicycle. Golf is available at three clubs within 8 km: Guadalhorce (5.2 km), Málaga Parador (5.4 km) and the Miguel Ángel Jiménez course (7.8 km). The first two are among the closest courses to Málaga city, so tee times are a short drive rather than a day trip. Other recreation includes the marinas at 5.2 and 5.3 km for sailing and water sports, the seawater bird observatory at 4.5 km, and the local football and pétanque facilities 0.6 km from the door. The tourism infrastructure in the wider area, 24 hotels with around 6,900 beds, means excursion options, boat tours and seasonal events are abundant in high season.
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 |
Flat
Against comparable new-build projects on the eastern Costa del Sol, this property occupies a distinct position. Aquamar in Torre del Mar advertises units from €269,950; Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000; and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. All three are new-build developments with starting prices, whereas this house is a completed resale home with a fixed price of €495,000 for a single, defined unit. The price per square metre illustrates the difference: at €495,000 for 62 m², this property is priced at roughly €8,000 per m², well above typical new-build averages on the eastern Costa del Sol. What the buyer pays for is not size but location and permitted use: a Málaga city address, an airport about 4 km away, a train station within walking distance, and documented community permission for holiday letting, a combination rarely found in inland new-build developments. The buyer profile also differs. Aquamar, Lantana and Etherna appeal primarily to buyers of modern apartments with communal facilities and developer warranties. This house appeals to buyers who value urban infrastructure: 19 primary schools and 2 health centres nearby indicate a functioning year-round neighbourhood, and the 3,163 annual housing transactions in the area point to an active, liquid resale market. The extension potential adds a value-creation route that off-plan purchases do not offer, though it carries planning risk that new builds avoid. In short, the comparison is not like-for-like. New-build projects further along the coast deliver more square metres per euro and modern specifications; this property delivers metropolitan connectivity, rental permission and expansion potential in Málaga itself. Buyers should weigh size and modernity against location and flexibility, and verify the 1970 structure, the extension feasibility and the rental licence position before committing.
With years of experience, Emma Whitfield expertly guides English-speaking clients through the intricacies of the Spanish property market. Her dedication ensures a smooth journey.
AI-assisted multilingual representative. Your inquiry is handled by the team behind this site.
Interested?
Leave your details and we will contact you shortly with more information about this project.
NL
EN
FR
DA
SV
NO
FI