This detached villa is located in the Cerrado de Calderón area of Málaga Este, an established residential district on the eastern side of the city. The property offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms and approximately 250 m² of built space across two levels, and was completed in 1986. The asking price is fixed at €1,260,000. The setting is urban with the coast within walking distance: Playa de El Palo lies roughly 485 metres away as the crow flies, and a supermarket, pharmacy and EV charging point are all under 200 metres from the house. The villa includes a private garden, private terrace, storage room, fitted kitchen and double glazing.
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this villa occupies a different segment from the new-build developments typically advertised along the coast. Comparable new-build projects in the data, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), are apartment-based developments with price lists, whereas this property is a single existing detached house with a fixed price of €1,260,000. That price point reflects both the built volume (250 m², four bedrooms, three bathrooms, private garden) and the land value of a detached plot in Cerrado de Calderón, one of the more consolidated eastern districts of Málaga. The location trade-off is clear. Eastern Málaga offers city infrastructure, 26 health centres citywide, 147 primary schools, a hospital within one kilometre, dense public transport and the airport at 13 km, which most new-build coastal developments cannot match at walking distance. In return, buyers forego the communal pools, spas and modern energy specifications of post-2020 developments, and the nearest golf course is 12 km away compared with golf-adjacent locations in Mijas or Estepona. The resale market context also differs: Málaga city records about 7,240 housing transactions per year, providing liquidity that smaller resort towns do not always offer. For buyers weighing a detached 1986 house in the city against a new apartment further along the coast, the decision essentially comes down to urban completeness and land ownership versus contemporary building standards and on-site amenities. Median provincial income of €16,450 per year underlines that this price sits in the upper segment of the local market, driven substantially by international demand.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa stands in an urban neighbourhood of eastern Málaga with daily amenities on foot. A supermarket sits 150 metres away, a pharmacy 115 metres, and a hospital under one kilometre. The nearest beach, Playa de El Palo, is roughly 485 metres in a direct line. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies 13 km away as the crow flies. Distances are straight-line figures; actual road distances may be longer.
The house provides four bedrooms and three bathrooms across about 250 m², suited to a household needing multiple bedrooms and workable living space. Features include fitted wardrobes, a fully fitted kitchen, a storage room, double glazing, a private terrace and a private garden. Photos show a living room with fireplace, a separate dining area with wood stove and an outdoor dining patio.
This is not a new-build project. The villa was completed in 1986 and is described as being in excellent condition. It is key-ready, meaning no construction phase or delivery waiting period applies. The property type is a resale detached villa with a fixed asking price rather than a price list of multiple units.
The property does not offer a communal pool or communal facilities; outdoor space consists of the private garden and terrace only. There is no mention of underfloor heating, air conditioning, a lift or a garage in the available data. The building dates from 1986, so construction standards differ from current new-build regulations. The nearest golf course is 12 km away, which is not within walking or cycling range.
This property suits a buyer seeking an existing, detached house within a functioning city rather than a development plot or a gated resort. It is relevant for households that need four bedrooms and multiple bathrooms, whether as a permanent residence, a large second home or a rental investment. The location works particularly well for buyers who want to live without depending on a car: shops, pharmacy, healthcare and the beach are all within walking distance, and public transport is dense. It also fits buyers who value proximity to Málaga's urban cultural offering, the eastern districts connect easily to the historic centre while retaining their own neighbourhood infrastructure, including 147 primary schools and 101 secondary schools citywide, which matters for families relocating long term. Buyers who prioritise a private pool, sea views from every room or a modern energy performance should note that the available data does not confirm these attributes; the property is a 1986 build with a private garden, terrace and fireplace, and its condition is described as excellent without further technical detail. For investors, the reduced-price categorisation and the urban rental demand implied by the city's 7,240 annual housing transactions provide context, though rental yields would need separate verification. The house is less suitable for buyers seeking rural quiet or golf-course adjacency, since the nearest course is 12 km away and the setting is urban.
The available data provides a moderate level of detail on construction and finishing. The villa was completed in 1986 and is recorded as being in excellent condition, though the source does not state when renovation works, if any, were carried out. Confirmed features include double glazing, fitted wardrobes and a fully fitted kitchen, indicating a level of upgrading beyond a fully original 1980s specification. The photographic record shows a living room with a fireplace, a dining room with a wood stove, an outdoor dining patio on the terrace, a bedroom with a view towards the hills, and an internal staircase with an adjacent bathroom, consistent with a two-storey layout. The house also has a storage room, which is a practical asset in a city property of this type. Technical systems such as heating, air conditioning, electrical installation and plumbing are not described in the data and would need to be verified during a viewing or technical survey. Similarly, no information is available on insulation values beyond the double glazing, on hot water provision, or on the age of the roof and façade. Buyers comparing this property with new-build alternatives in the region should account for the difference in construction standards between 1986 and current regulations, particularly regarding thermal performance and accessibility. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified surveyor is the standard route to establish the actual condition of structure and installations.
The asking price is fixed at €1,260,000. This is a single existing home, so no unit variation or price list applies. At 250 m² of built area, the price corresponds to roughly €5,040 per square metre. The property is listed under the categories of investment and reduced price, which indicates a price adjustment relative to an earlier asking level, though the size of that reduction is not specified in the available data. Buyers should budget separately for purchase costs such as transfer tax, notary and registry fees, and for annual running costs including municipal property tax. The villa is available immediately given its completed and key-ready status.
Daily life at this address is organised around walkability. The supermarket at 150 metres and the pharmacy at 115 metres mean groceries and prescriptions do not require a car. A hospital is under one kilometre away. The coast functions as an extension of the neighbourhood: Playa de El Palo is about 485 metres in a direct line, with Playa de las Acacias slightly further at 530 metres and Pedregalejo at about one kilometre. The surrounding district is dense with services, within two kilometres there are more than fifty restaurants, sixteen pharmacies, eleven banks and fourteen cafés. Three sports centres sit within 800 metres of the house, including Aviva! at 400 metres and SportMiraflores at 600 metres. The terrain between the villa and the sea is essentially flat, with an average gradient of about two per cent, which makes walking and cycling realistic options for most errands. Public transport coverage is extensive, with 27 lines and 50 stops in the area, so the neighbourhood works without a car for routine trips. For residents who do drive, Málaga city centre and the airport are both reachable via the eastern coastal corridor. The area is urban rather than resort-like: tourism data shows 89 hotels and nearly 12,600 beds citywide, but the eastern districts retain a residential, year-round character with local schools, health centres and neighbourhood commerce. The marina at El Candado, about 1.8 km away, adds sailing and waterfront dining options within easy reach.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with high service density. Within two kilometres, the area counts 53 restaurants, 16 pharmacies, 11 banks, 14 cafés and 3 dentists, so daily needs are met without travelling far. Healthcare infrastructure includes 26 health centres in the broader city area, with the nearest hospital at 985 metres. Education is well covered citywide, with 147 primary schools and 101 secondary schools, which supports both family relocation and long-term letting. For leisure, three sports centres lie within 800 metres and the coastal path towards Pedregalejo and El Palo is a natural route for walking and running. The marina Puerto Deportivo del Candado, at about 1.8 km, offers berths and waterfront facilities. Several viewpoints sit within 2.4 km, including Mirador Este and Mirador Sur, giving elevated outlooks over the coastline. An EV charging point at 194 metres reflects the area's adaptation to electric mobility. The neighbourhood functions year-round, not only in the holiday season, supported by a local housing market of roughly 7,240 transactions per year in the city.
The map shows the villa's position in Cerrado de Calderón, eastern Málaga, roughly half a kilometre in a direct line from the beaches of El Palo and Las Acacias. Markers indicate nearby services, supermarket, pharmacy, hospital, sports centres and marinas, plus the road connections towards Málaga centre and the airport, 13 km to the west.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Málaga Este occupies the coastal strip east of the city centre, between the historic core and the foothills of the Montes de Málaga. Cerrado de Calderón is one of its established residential quarters, characterised by detached and semi-detached houses rather than the apartment towers found closer to the centre. Within the Costa del Sol as a whole, this location trades resort exclusivity for urban completeness: the airport is 13 km away, the city's cultural and educational infrastructure is local, and the beaches are neighbourhood beaches. Western Costa del Sol towns such as Marbella and Estepona lie considerably further west along the coast, making this position distinctly city-oriented.
Distances in this section are straight-line (as the crow flies); road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Playa de El Palo, lies about 485 metres from the villa, with Playa de las Acacias at 530 metres and Playa de Pedregalejo at one kilometre, all walkable given the flat terrain. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 13 km away, a short drive along the coastal corridor; Gibraltar Airport is roughly 109 km and Alicante-Elche about 378 km. Golf requires a car: Club de Golf Málaga Parador is 12 km away, Club de Golf de Guadalhorce 14–15 km, and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez 15 km. Public transport is a strong point, with 27 lines and 50 stops serving the area, and the property is explicitly listed as near transport. The marinas at El Candado (1.8 km), IGY Málaga (4.6 km) and the Real Club Mediterráneo (4.7 km) cover sailing and mooring needs.
| Beach Distance | 0.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 13 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 109 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is Mediterranean with moderate range: average monthly temperatures run from about 9°C in the coldest months to 25°C in summer, with an annual average of 17.0°C. Winters are therefore mild enough for year-round occupation, while summers are warm without the extreme heat of inland Andalusia. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around four months, which is typical for this section of the Costa del Sol and shorter than the heat-driven perception of an all-year beach season. The property sits at approximately 11 metres above sea level with a gradient of about two per cent towards the beach, meaning virtually no hill climbing between the house and the coast. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler months, keeping the summer dry. The bedroom photographed with a hill view suggests the rear of the house faces towards the Montes de Málaga foothills that rise behind the eastern districts, combining coastal access with a green backdrop.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within one kilometre as the crow flies: Playa de El Palo (about 485 m), Playa de las Acacias (about 530 m) and Playa de Pedregalejo (1.0 km). El Palo and Pedregalejo are traditional fishing-neighbourhood beaches with chiringuitos and a local atmosphere rather than resort-scale development, and the promenade connecting them is one of the most-used recreational spaces in eastern Málaga. For organised sport, three facilities sit within 800 metres: Aviva! at 400 m, SportMiraflores at 600 m and the Polideportivo Municipal José Paterna at 800 m. Sailing and mooring are available at Puerto Deportivo del Candado, 1.8 km away, with the larger IGY Málaga Marina and the Real Club Mediterráneo marina about 4.6–4.7 km away. Golfers need to drive: the nearest course is Club de Golf Málaga Parador at roughly 12 km. Scenic viewpoints such as Mirador Este (2.0 km) and Mirador Sur (2.1 km) offer walking destinations with coastal panoramas.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9.3°C | 65 mm |
| February | 9.6°C | 64 mm |
| March | 12.0°C | 61 mm |
| April | 13.9°C | 43 mm |
| May | 16.1°C | 34 mm |
| June | 20.5°C | 11 mm |
| July | 24.5°C | 0 mm |
| August | 24.9°C | 1 mm |
| September | 21.1°C | 14 mm |
| October | 16.9°C | 48 mm |
| November | 12.7°C | 80 mm |
| December | 9.9°C | 66 mm |
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Ref: VL423976
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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