Aranya Estepona is a completed residential development of apartments in the Selwo area on the western side of Estepona, Málaga. The described unit is a ground-floor apartment of 100 m² with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, completed in 2024 (indicative). The property includes a private garden of 132 m², a parking space and a storage room. The setting is suburban, within an established urbanisation at approximately 53 metres above sea level and 2.6 km straight-line from the nearest beach. Communal facilities include a swimming pool, gym and co-working area.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment is situated in Selwo, west of Estepona town centre, in a residential zone between the coast road and the foothills. Daily amenities are within reach: a supermarket at 2.9 km, a hospital at 1.1 km and a pharmacy at 2.3 km. The nearest beach, Playa de Guadalmansa, lies 2.6 km away in a straight line, with the terrain described as flat (1.9% slope) towards the shore.
The property functions as a two-bedroom home with an open-plan living and dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, an en-suite bathroom and fitted wardrobes. The 132 m² private garden connects via sliding doors to the living space, extending usable outdoor area well beyond the 100 m² interior. Air conditioning (hot and cold), double glazing, WiFi readiness and a lift serve year-round residential use.
Construction status is recorded as complete, with completion in 2024 (indicative). The condition is listed as new construction and excellent. The unit includes a parking space and a storage room as standard elements of the purchase. Buyers therefore face no off-plan waiting period; the transfer process follows standard resale-of-new procedures applicable to a recently completed development.
The property does not include a private pool; pool access is communal. There is no private garage box or sea view recorded; views are limited to garden and pool areas. The plot area of 94 m² does not represent additional private land beyond the garden arrangement described. No beachfront position applies, as the nearest shore lies roughly 2.6 km away. Accessibility without a car is possible but partial.
This unit suits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a completed, move-in-ready home without off-plan risk will find the 2024 completion (indicative) and recorded condition relevant. Households prioritising outdoor space over interior square metres, for example, buyers weighing a smaller apartment with a 132 m² garden against a larger upper-floor unit with a balcony, will find the trade-off defined here. Part-year residents and those splitting time between countries benefit from the manageable interior, the communal pool and gym, and the lock-up-and-leave practicality of a gated development with parking and storage. Buyers with school-age children have 19 primary schools and 10 secondary schools recorded in the wider area, plus The International School of Estepona at 4.5 km, making the location workable for permanent relocation. Golf players value three courses within a 4 km radius, two of them under 2.5 km away. Buyers who want sea views or a beachfront address should note the property does not offer these; the recorded views are garden and pool. Buyers requiring full car independence should verify bus frequencies on the six available lines, as distances to the beach and supermarket (2.6–2.9 km) are walkable but not immediate. The property is equally relevant as a rental investment given tourism infrastructure in the area, subject to local licensing rules.
The recorded specification points to a contemporary new-build standard. The kitchen is fully equipped; the description lists an open-plan layout with sliding doors connecting interior and garden. Climate control is present in the form of air conditioning units providing both hot and cold functions, supplemented by double glazing, a combination that addresses both summer cooling and the cooler months of the Andalusian winter. The energy rating is recorded as A, placing the property in the highest efficiency band of the Spanish certification system, with expected implications for utility costs and indoor temperature stability. Storage is addressed twice over: a fitted wardrobe provision in bedrooms and a separate storage room included with the unit, plus a dedicated parking space. The two bathrooms include one en-suite, which separates principal-bedroom use from guest use. Building-level features include a lift, relevant given this unit is a ground floor, as it guarantees access standard for the block, and WiFi readiness. Communal areas consist of a landscaped garden, a swimming pool, a gym and a co-working area. Overall, the recorded materials and installations match the 2024 new-build segment of the western Estepona market: no deferred maintenance applies, and the specification aligns with current regional building regulations on energy performance. As with any completed unit, buyers can verify delivered specifications directly during viewing, an advantage over off-plan purchases where materials are contractual rather than observable.
The listed price is €435,000 for a 100 m² two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground-floor apartment with a 132 m² private garden, parking space and storage room. This equates to roughly €4,350 per m² of interior space, with the garden included without an explicit separate valuation. Comparable new-build projects in the region list from lower starting prices, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, though direct comparison depends on unit size, floor level and garden inclusion, which materially affect pricing for ground-floor apartments.
Aranya Estepona sits in the Selwo district, a suburban band on Estepona's western flank characterised by low-rise residential urbanisations, golf courses and scattered commercial facilities. The daily rhythm here is quieter than in the town centre or the beachfront strips. The apartment's ground-floor position and 132 m² garden make outdoor living a central element of the home: the covered terrace and garden receive a south-west orientation, which in practice means afternoon and evening sun, suitable for meals outside for much of the year. Interior life is arranged around an open-plan kitchen, dining and living zone with direct sliding-door access to the garden, so the boundary between inside and outside is flexible for most of the calendar. The surrounding area supports a car-light but not car-free routine. A supermarket at 2.9 km and a hospital at 1.1 km cover core needs, while 21 public transport stops across six lines provide connections towards Estepona and along the coast. Recreational infrastructure is dense for a suburban setting: three golf courses within 4 km (Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena at 1.4 km, Flamingos Golf at 2.4 km, Tramores Golf at 3.4 km), tennis and padel facilities within 3.3 km, and the beaches of Guadalmansa, Villacana and Saladillo between 2.6 and 3.4 km. The hospital at 1.1 km and two health centres in the wider area anchor the residential character of the district. With 24 hotels and nearly 7,000 tourist beds nearby, the area sees seasonal visitor flows, but the immediate urbanisation remains primarily residential rather than resort-based. Communal facilities, pool, gym and co-working area, allow work and leisure within the development itself, a practical point for part-year residents.
Daily life in Selwo revolves around a small set of local anchors. The hospital at 1.1 km is the closest major facility; a pharmacy at 2.3 km and a supermarket at 2.9 km cover routine provisioning, typically a short drive or a longer walk. Within a 2 km radius, four restaurants, two pharmacies and one café are recorded, enough for regular use, but not the density of a town-centre location. Estepona's marina and town centre lie roughly 9 km east, reachable by car in about 12–15 minutes under normal conditions. Public transport consists of six lines serving 21 stops in the area, connecting the district along the coastal corridor towards Estepona, Marbella and beyond; a car remains practical for most routines even though it is not strictly necessary for everything. The road network funnels regional traffic through the A-7 coast road and the AP-7 toll motorway, both accessible from this side of Estepona. The area's character is residential-touristic: the presence of 24 hotels and almost 6,900 beds indicates strong summer visitor flows, with corresponding seasonal variation in traffic and commerce. Outside the high season, the district quietens noticeably. For recreation within a short radius, residents have the Racket Club Villa Paderna at 3.0 km, Club de Tenis at 3.3 km, a public swimming pool at Parque Antena at 1.8 km, and EV charging at 1.8 km (Supercharger Estepona) and 2.2 km, a point of practical relevance for electric vehicle owners.
The map shows the property's position in Selwo, west of Estepona, with the coast 2.6 km to the south and the golf courses of El Coto de la Serena, Flamingos and Tramores clustered nearby. The hospital sits immediately north-east; supermarkets, beaches and schools radiate within a 5 km radius. Estepona's centre and marina appear to the east along the coast road, with the Sierra Bermeja foothills rising inland.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Selwo occupies the western approach to Estepona, roughly midway between Estepona town centre (9 km) and the Guadiaro/Sotogrande corridor to the west. Marbella and Puerto Banús lie approximately 25–30 minutes east by car. This positions the property in the quieter, lower-density segment of the Costa del Sol western strip, closer to Gibraltar (42 km) than to Málaga airport (57 km) in straight-line terms. The surrounding municipalities, Casares, Manilva, Benahavís, share the golf-and-urbanisation character, but Selwo's combination of hospital proximity (1.1 km) and transport coverage distinguishes it from more isolated hillside developments.
Straight-line distances from the property: Playa de Guadalmansa 2.6 km, Playa del Sol Villacana 3.1 km, Playa del Saladillo 3.4 km, all reachable by a short drive or a 30–40 minute walk. Golf: Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena at 1.4 km, Flamingos Golf at 2.4 km, Tramores Golf at 3.4 km. Healthcare: hospital at 1.1 km, pharmacy at 2.3 km, two health centres in the wider area. Education: 19 primary and 10 secondary schools recorded, with The International School of Estepona at 4.5 km. Airports: Gibraltar (GIB) approximately 42 km and Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) approximately 57 km straight-line, translating to driving times of roughly 40 minutes and 60–70 minutes respectively. Marinas at Puerto Estepona (8.8 km) and Puerto Deportivo (8.9 km). EV charging available at 1.8 km and 2.2 km.
| Beach Distance | 2.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 42 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 57 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records 3,848 sunshine hours per year (historical) and a mean annual temperature of 18.9°C, with average monthly temperatures ranging between 15°C and 25°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts approximately five months. The site sits at 53 metres above sea level with a 1.9% slope towards the beach, effectively flat terrain, which makes walking and cycling towards the coast realistic rather than theoretical. The modest elevation means no significant climb between the property and the shore, unlike the hillside urbanisations further inland around Estepona and Benahavís. The immediate surroundings combine suburban landscaping with the green belts associated with the area's golf courses, and the Sierra Bermeja foothills begin a short distance inland, visible from parts of the district. The climate data supports year-round residential use: winters are mild enough that the recorded hot/cold air conditioning covers heating needs without a separate system, while the long sunshine hours make the 132 m² garden usable for most of the calendar rather than only in summer.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 3.4 km straight-line: Playa de Guadalmansa (2.6 km), Playa del Sol Villacana (3.1 km) and Playa del Saladillo (3.4 km). This stretch of coastline west of Estepona consists of medium-length sandy beaches backed by residential urbanisations and chiringuitos, generally less crowded than central Estepona beaches in summer. Golf is the area's strongest recreational feature: three courses within a 4 km radius, with Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena closest at 1.4 km. Racquet sports are served by Racket Club Villa Paderna (3.0 km) and Club de Tenis (3.3 km); paintball facilities sit at 3.8 km. A public swimming pool operates at Parque Antena (1.8 km). For on-the-water activities, the marinas of Estepona lie under 9 km away. Within the development itself, the communal pool and gym provide daily options that do not require travel, which matters for morning routines and off-season use.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 86 mm |
| February | 13.5°C | 55 mm |
| March | 14.6°C | 172 mm |
| April | 16.5°C | 73 mm |
| May | 19.6°C | 33 mm |
| June | 23.5°C | 11 mm |
| July | 26.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.7°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.7°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.4°C | 76 mm |
| November | 16.0°C | 96 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 84 mm |
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Ref: VL307244
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the western Costa del Sol new-build segment, Aranya Estepona's €435,000 asking price positions it above the regional entry level for comparable projects. Etherna Homes 2, also in Estepona, lists from €269,000; Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950; and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000. The differentiating factor at this unit is the combination of a completed 2024 build, ground-floor position with a 132 m² private garden, and the inclusion of parking and storage, elements typically carrying price premiums or being absent at entry-level listings, which often refer to smaller upper-floor units without exterior space of this scale. Location-wise, Selwo offers a middle position between the density and services of central Estepona and the exclusivity-and-price levels of the Benahavís, Marbella axis. Compared with hillside developments in Benahavís or the New Golden Mile, the flat terrain and the 1.1 km hospital distance make this address more practical for daily and long-term residential use, at the cost of panoramic or sea views. Compared with Torre del Mar and eastern Málaga options, the western Estepona strip records a stronger concentration of golf infrastructure, three courses within 4 km, and a longer-established international resident base, reflected in the 19 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and an international school at 4.5 km. Market activity in the area is substantial, with 3,163 recorded property transactions in the surrounding dataset, indicating a liquid resale and rental market relative to smaller coastal micro-markets. Buyers comparing this unit against off-plan alternatives should weigh the absence of construction risk and the ability to verify the delivered specification directly, against the price premium that completed stock in this segment typically commands.
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