This penthouse duplex is located in Fuengirola, a coastal city of roughly 85,000 residents on the Costa del Sol, approximately 18 km from Málaga Airport. The property was completed in 2009 (indicative) and offers 81 m² of space with one bedroom and one bathroom, arranged across a sixth-floor apartment with lift access plus a private terrace of approximately 15 m² and a solarium of approximately 30 m² reached by a spiral staircase. A numbered underground parking space is included. The beach is under 700 m away on flat terrain, and everyday amenities, supermarket, pharmacy, public transport, are within a short walk. The listed price is €249,000.
Set against current Fuengirola offerings, this property occupies the entry price point. Urban City Horizon lists from €250,000, Luminal Homes from €282,450, and Edificio Lúxor from €285,000, all above this unit's €249,000 asking price. The structural difference is typology and age: the comparables are new-build developments with the associated construction standards, warranties, and typically higher energy ratings, while this unit is a 2009 resale. What the older stock offers in exchange here is location maturity and land value already embedded in the price: a central position with the train station at 500 m and the beach under 700 m, in a district where undeveloped plots no longer exist. New-build projects on the Costa del Sol increasingly sit on peripheral or hillside land, in Mijas, Benalmádena Pueblo, or Estepona's western edge, where buyers accept a drive to amenities in exchange for communal pools, gyms, and contemporary layouts. This property inverts that trade: no listed communal leisure facilities, but everything from pharmacies to restaurants within a walkable, flat radius. Regionally, Fuengirola itself competes with Marbella (24 km) and Málaga city (27 km). Marbella's pricing sits materially higher per square metre; Málaga city offers a larger urban economy but with a beach commute from most districts. Fuengirola's compactness, 10.4 km², 85,000 residents, year-round services, and its rail connection to the airport give it a specific niche: one of the few Costa del Sol towns where a car-free coastal lifestyle is genuinely practical. Buyers comparing this unit against the new-build alternatives should weigh three factors: the resale unit's community fees and building maintenance history versus the comparables' higher purchase prices and typically higher new-build community charges; the single-bedroom format versus the two- and three-bedroom standard of new developments; and the immediate, walkable location versus the amenity-rich but more remote sites typical of current construction.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property sits in the consolidated urban fabric of Fuengirola, roughly 5, 10 minutes from the town centre and the seafront. Playa de San Francisco lies about 400, 660 m away depending on access point, and the terrain is flat (slope under 3%). Fuengirola train station is 0.5 km away, connecting the town to Málaga and the airport. Marbella is 24 km west; Málaga city 27 km east.
Functionally, the property serves a one-bedroom layout with open-plan living and kitchen, air conditioning in the main rooms, fitted wardrobes, and reduced-mobility access. Outdoor space is substantial relative to the built area: a covered terrace plus a rooftop solarium with a pantry housing the washing machine. A parking space in the underground garage removes the common coastal parking constraint. Everyday shopping is within 112 m of the entrance.
This is not a new-build project. The building dates from 2009 (indicative) and the unit is described as completed and in good condition, furnished. Buyers should therefore evaluate it as a resale property: construction standards correspond to mid-2000s Spanish regulations rather than current building codes, and no developer warranty phases apply. Delivery is immediate upon completion of the standard purchase process.
The property offers one bedroom and one bathroom only, which limits suitability for larger households. There is no communal pool, garden, or gym listed in the building data. Access to the solarium is via a spiral staircase, which may not suit all users. As a 2009 resale unit, it does not carry a new-build energy certificate or A-rated construction standard in the available data.
This property fits a recognisable set of buyer situations. The first is the single person or couple seeking a low-maintenance base in a fully serviced town, where a car is optional rather than necessary, the train station, supermarket, and beach are all within walking distance on flat terrain. The second is the buyer of a part-time coastal residence: the included parking space, lift access, security cameras, and small number of neighbours in the building simplify periods of absence, and the 30 m² solarium extends usable living space during the shoulder seasons when interior space alone would feel limited. The third is a buyer prioritising outdoor area over interior rooms: the combined 45 m² of terrace and solarium exceeds the enclosed living area of many comparable one-bedroom units, which will appeal to some buyers and not to those needing a second bedroom. The property is less suited to families with children, given the single bedroom, or to buyers seeking resort-style communal facilities such as a pool or garden, which this building does not list. Remote workers should confirm current internet provision with local suppliers, as the available data does not specify connection speeds. Buyers intending to rent the property out should note that Fuengirola's licence requirements and regional rental regulations apply and should be verified with the town hall. In short, the property matches a walkable-town, compact-footprint brief rather than a space or resort-facilities brief.
The documented finish level corresponds to mid-2000s Spanish construction with some owner upgrades. Interior surfaces are marble floors, with high ceilings noted in the living areas, a feature of the period's construction that affects both light and the sense of space. Windows are double-glazed Climalit units, and air conditioning units are installed in both the living room and the bedroom, providing cooling in summer; the data does not specify whether heating is integrated into these units or provided separately, which buyers should confirm at viewing. The kitchen is open-plan to the living-dining area, and fitted wardrobes are present in the bedroom. The bathroom is a full unit with a shower. Exterior elements include an awning on the terrace (visible in the photographic material), planting, and a rooftop solarium equipped with a pantry that houses the washing machine. Access to the solarium is via a spiral staircase, a functional but space-efficient solution typical of this property type. The building has a lift to the sixth floor and security cameras, with a small number of units, which affects both community dynamics and shared costs. The property is sold furnished and described as in good condition. As a 2009 build, the unit predates current energy-efficiency requirements; no energy label is recorded in the available data, so buyers should request the existing energy performance certificate, which is mandatory for resale transactions in Spain. Building condition, community finances, and any planned works (roof, façade, lift maintenance) should be reviewed through the community minutes during legal due diligence.
The asking price is €249,000. Within Fuengirola's current resale and new-build mix, comparable listings include Urban City Horizon from €250,000, Luminal Homes from €282,450, and Edificio Lúxor from €285,000, placing this property at the lower end of the local range. The price reflects the property's single-bedroom format and 2009 construction date, offset by the included parking space, the two levels of private outdoor space, and the central location. Buyers should verify community fees, IBI (annual property tax), and any pending building maintenance assessments through their legal due diligence, as these costs are not included in the listed data.
Daily life around this property is organised around walkability. A supermarket 112 m away, a pharmacy 226 m away, and a dense surrounding amenity base, 217 restaurants and 64 cafés within a 2 km radius, mean that most routine errands require no car. The Cercanías commuter train from Fuengirola station (0.5 km) runs to Málaga and the airport, and 14 public transport lines with 33 stops serve the municipality. The property's orientation (east, south, south-west, west) provides natural light through most of the day, with morning sun on the eastern side and evening sun on the terrace and solarium, the latter usable for most of the year given the area's 3,897 recorded annual sunshine hours. The living pattern suits a single occupant or a couple: an interior of roughly 50 m² of enclosed space plus 45 m² of private outdoor area. The solarium, with a pantry and washing-machine connection, functions as an additional outdoor room rather than a leftover roof space. Seasonality is a factor to note: Fuengirola hosts 25 hotels and around 8,000 tourist beds, so the town centre and beaches are busier in July and August and quieter from November to March, when many local businesses reduce hours. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures above 20°C, runs approximately four months; the average annual temperature is 18.7°C. Sports facilities are dense, 269 recorded in the municipality, with the Elola municipal sports complex 0.5 km away and the María Peláez swimming pool at the same distance.
The immediate environment is dense urban Fuengirola, not a residential suburb. Within a 2 km radius, the recorded amenity base includes 217 restaurants, 64 cafés, 37 pharmacies, 27 banks, and 9 dental clinics, a level of provision consistent with a town centre rather than an outlying district. Fuengirola's year-round population of approximately 85,000 (INE, 2025) means services do not shut down outside the tourist season to the extent seen in smaller coastal resorts, though some businesses adjust hours between November and March. Health infrastructure includes three health centres in the municipality, with the nearest hospital 8.5 km away. Educational provision covers 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, relevant mainly to full-time resident families, a limited fit given the property's single bedroom. Transport is a defining feature: the Cercanías rail terminus is 500 m away, with services towards Málaga and the airport, and 14 bus lines serve the town. The flat terrain (14 m elevation, 2.8% slope to the beach) makes walking and cycling practical for most daily trips. Noise and activity levels in central Fuengirola are higher than in peripheral developments; buyers sensitive to street noise should assess the apartment's specific orientation on the sixth floor at viewing. The building is described as quiet, with few neighbours, though the surrounding streets follow normal urban rhythms, busier in summer and during the town's 34 annual local festivities.
The map shows the property's position in central Fuengirola, roughly equidistant from the seafront and the train station, with the supermarket, pharmacy, and bus stops of this fully urbanised section of the Costa del Sol immediately around it. Golf courses and the airport sit at the outer edge of the view, a reminder of how compact the daily radius of this location is on foot and by rail.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the western Costa del Sol, Fuengirola functions as a compact, service-dense town between Marbella (24 km west) and Málaga (27 km east). Its municipality covers only 10.4 km² with a stable year-round population, distinguishing it from more seasonal resort towns. The recorded 2,391 property transactions indicate an active, liquid resale market. Algeciras (87 km) and Gibraltar Airport (79 km) define the western edge of the wider region. The property's position within the town, central, walkable, flat, contrasts with hillside developments in Mijas and Benalmádena that trade walkability for views and quieter surroundings.
Distances from the property: the nearest beach, Playa de San Francisco, is approximately 400 m (straight-line 661 m to the recorded beach point), with Playa de Santa Amalia and the Fuengirola seafront within 700 m. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 18 km, reachable by train from Fuengirola station in approximately 30 minutes or by car depending on traffic. Málaga city is 27 km and Marbella 24 km. Three golf courses fall within a 4.5 km radius: Campo Los Lagos (3.8 km), Cerrado del Águila (3.9 km), and Mijas Golf (4.4 km). Fuengirola's marina (Puerto Deportivo) is 600 m away. An electric vehicle charging point is 92 m from the property. The nearest hospital is 8.5 km away; health centres within the town are closer.
| Beach Distance | 0.4 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 18 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 79 km |
| Fuengirola | 0.5 km |
| Carvajal | 3.7 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at 14 m above sea level on flat coastal terrain, with a recorded slope of 2.8% toward the beach, no stairs or hills to negotiate on foot. Climate data for the area records 3,897 sunshine hours per year and an average annual temperature of 18.7°C, with monthly averages ranging between 14°C and 26°C. The swimming season, based on sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts approximately four months, typically June to early October. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half of the year; summers are dry. For the property specifically, the multiple orientations (east, south, south-west, west) mean the solarium receives extended daylight, while the awning on the terrace provides shade control in the warmer months. Air conditioning in the two main rooms covers the summer peak; winter heating provision should be verified.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
Fuengirola holds four Blue Flag beaches: Boliches-Gaviotas, Carvajal, Castillo-Ejido, and Fuengirola, an indication of water quality and services across the municipality's coastline. Playa de los Boliches is 1.2 km from the property, with the nearest access points at San Francisco and Santa Amalia under 700 m away. Beyond the beach, recreational infrastructure is extensive: 269 sports facilities are recorded in the municipality, including Complejo Deportivo Elola (0.5 km), Pabellón Juan Gómez Juanito (0.7 km), and the municipal pool Piscina María Peláez (0.5 km). Golfers have three courses within a short drive. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola (0.6 km) offers moorings and waterfront dining. A Tesla Supercharger is located 4.5 km away, complementing the standard EV charger 92 m from the building.
269 Facilities Available
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap, CSD
Within the western Costa del Sol, Fuengirola functions as a compact, service-dense town between Marbella (24 km west) and Málaga (27 km east). Its municipality covers only 10.4 km² with a stable year-round population, distinguishing it from more seasonal resort towns. The recorded 2,391 property transactions indicate an active, liquid resale market. Algeciras (87 km) and Gibraltar Airport (79 km) define the western edge of the wider region. The property's position within the town, central, walkable, flat, contrasts with hillside developments in Mijas and Benalmádena that trade walkability for views and quieter surroundings.
Fuengirola is a city on the Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga in the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It is located on the central coast of the province and integrated into the region of the Costa del Sol and the Commonwealth of Municipalities of the Costa del Sol Occidental.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3°C | 48 mm |
| February | 14.4°C | 49 mm |
| March | 15.7°C | 86 mm |
| April | 17.5°C | 49 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 14 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 0 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 0 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.5°C | 21 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.9°C | 106 mm |
| December | 14.8°C | 77 mm |
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Ref: VL406148
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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