This four-bedroom apartment is located in Pedregalejo, a former fishing quarter on the eastern side of Málaga, roughly 4 km from the city centre as the crow flies. The property offers 108 m² of living space, two bathrooms, a south-east facing balcony of about 10 m² with partial sea views, and a private parking space in the building. Playa de Pedregalejo lies about 400 m away. The building dates from 1978 and has a lift. The asking price is fixed at €795,000. The home is key-ready and available for immediate occupation.
At a fixed price of €795,000 for 108 m², this apartment sits in a different market segment from the comparable new-build projects on the Costa del Sol. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000. Those developments offer new construction, communal pools and modern energy standards at a lower entry price, but in locations that are either secondary (Torre del Mar), inland (Mijas) or resort-oriented (Estepona). The Pedregalejo apartment commands roughly €7,360 per square metre, a premium explained by three factors. First, position: it stands in a consolidated seafront district of Málaga city, 4 km from the historic centre and about 9 km from the airport, a combination almost no other coastal location on the Costa del Sol offers. Second, land scarcity: Pedregalejo is fully built up, with virtually no new construction possible, so supply consists of resales in buildings from the 1960s to 1980s. Third, lifestyle: the neighbourhood combines a working fishing-village fabric with an exceptional density of restaurants and services, over 360 eateries within 2 km, and a year-round resident population that keeps the district alive in winter, unlike the seasonal resorts further west. Buyers comparing this property with the new-build alternatives are effectively choosing between modern specification and more space per euro on one hand, and established urban-coastal location on the other. Marbella's apartment market, 52 km west, operates at similar or higher price levels but in a resort context; Pedregalejo's pricing is closer to central Málaga's seafront districts such as La Malagueta. For a buyer whose priority is walking to the beach, the city and the train station, all within a 15-minute radius, the premium over the comparable projects reflects location rather than finish.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment stands in a dense, established neighbourhood between the Pedregalejo seafront and the city. Málaga centre is 4 km away in a straight line, with three railway stations within 1.2 km. Restaurants, pharmacies, banks and cafés are all concentrated within a 2 km radius, so daily errands are done on foot rather than by car.
The layout serves a household that needs four bedrooms and two bathrooms within a moderate footprint of 108 m². The lounge-diner connects to a balcony of roughly 10 m² with a south-east orientation, giving morning and midday sun. Air conditioning and a lift are installed, and a private garage space in the building removes the main parking constraint of the area.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 1978 and the apartment is offered in good condition on a key-ready basis, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. Buyers should apply the usual diligence for a property of this age, including an independent technical inspection of installations and structure before completion.
The property has no communal pool, garden or gym, and no private outdoor space beyond the balcony of about 10 m². Sea views are partial rather than full. The building is from 1978, so modern energy standards are not guaranteed. The kitchen is only partially fitted. There is no storage room mentioned, and the nearest golf course is nearly 12 km away.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family working in Málaga who want to live near the sea without giving up urban services will find the four-bedroom layout and the school proximity relevant; the area data confirms schools within walking range. Buyers relocating from northern Europe who plan to live in Spain year-round benefit from the district's off-season character, Pedregalejo remains a functioning neighbourhood in winter rather than an empty resort. A couple who regularly host children or grandchildren can use the four bedrooms as guest rooms, with the two bathrooms providing separation. Investors should note the rental logic of the area: a licensed holiday let near the Pedregalejo beach can generate strong summer demand, though the building's residential composition and local licensing rules must be verified. The property suits buyers who prioritise location and walkability over space and modern construction. It is less suitable for those wanting a large garden, a communal pool, panoramic sea views or a contemporary energy-efficient shell, those requirements point towards new-build developments further along the coast. It also works for buyers who do not want a car for daily life: fifty public transport lines and stops serve the area, and the airport is about 9 km away in a straight line.
The apartment is presented in good condition, with a layout that has clearly been maintained rather than renovated from scratch. The interior photographs show a bright lounge with large windows, plants and a coherent living arrangement, alongside a modern open-plan kitchen that integrates with the living area. The kitchen is described as fully equipped for daily use, though the structured features list records it as partially fitted, buyers should verify during a viewing exactly which appliances and fittings are included in the sale. The four bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, which saves on immediate furnishing costs. Air conditioning is installed, which covers the summer months when average temperatures reach 28°C. The construction date of 1978 is the key technical fact. Buildings of this era in Málaga typically have solid brick or block construction but pre-date modern insulation standards, double glazing as standard, and contemporary electrical capacity. Any buyer should commission an independent survey (inspección técnica) covering the wiring, plumbing, windows and the building's communal structure, a standard step for Spanish resales of this age, and often required by lenders. The positives are concrete: a lift in the building, a private garage space included in the price, and a balcony that has been upgraded with planting, visible in the photographs. The south-east orientation supports natural light in the main living spaces for most of the day. In summary, the finishing level is comfortable and move-in ready, but the technical standard is that of a well-kept 1978 building rather than a new development.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €795,000. This is an existing resale property, not a new-build development with a price list, so there is no range of unit types or prices; the figure applies to this specific home with its 108 m² of living space, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, balcony and garage space. On a price-per-square-metre basis the asking price works out at roughly €7,360 per m² of built area, which positions the property in the established premium segment of Málaga's eastern seafront districts. The home is key-ready, so there is no construction phase or waiting period between purchase and occupation. Availability is immediate, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process and notary timeline.
Daily life here is organised around the seafront. Pedregalejo retains the structure of an old fishing village: low buildings, a palm-lined promenade and a beach of dark sand roughly 400 m from the front door. The morning routine can realistically include a walk along the water before work, and the chiringuitos along the seafront function as an extension of the neighbourhood's social life. The apartment itself is oriented for practical family use. Four bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and two full bathrooms allow a household of five or six to live without scheduling conflicts over the bathroom. The open-plan kitchen sits in the living zone, so cooking and family life happen in one space. The balcony faces south-east, which means sun in the morning and early afternoon, shade later in the day, a pattern that suits breakfast outside and midday laundry drying. A lift serves the building, and the included garage space matters: parking in Pedregalejo is limited on the street, and a private space in the building is a scarce asset in this district. The neighbourhood is busy rather than quiet. With over 360 restaurants and 155 cafés within 2 km, the area is lively in the evening, especially in summer. The trade-off is direct: everything is walkable, but those seeking silence should weigh the ambient noise of a popular seafront district. Málaga centre, with its museums, shopping and the María Zambrano high-speed rail connection, is about 4 km away, close enough for regular visits without living in the tourist core.
Life in Pedregalejo is measured in short distances. The beach at Playa de Pedregalejo is about 400 m from the apartment, with Playa de las Acacias 600 m away and the Baños del Carmen beach 1 km further along, an evening walk along the entire stretch is a realistic routine. The immediate area holds 363 restaurants, 155 cafés, 81 pharmacies, 64 banks and 22 dentists within 2 km, which places nearly every daily service within a fifteen-minute walk. Sports facilities are equally close: the Aviva! centre and the Polideportivo Municipal La Mosca are both around 500 m away, and SportMiraflores lies 1.1 km from the door. For rail travel, Atarazanas station is 600 m away in a straight line, Málaga Centro Alameda 900 m, and Guadalmedina 1.2 km. Fifty bus lines serve the district. The flat terrain, the area sits at sea level with no gradient to the beach, makes the whole neighbourhood accessible on foot or by bicycle, including for older residents. The district is lively in the evenings, particularly between June and September, when the seafront restaurants fill with visitors. Outside the peak season the rhythm returns to that of a residential Málaga neighbourhood, with local schools, markets and year-round commerce. Buyers comparing this with quieter coastal villages should expect urban density and activity as the baseline condition here.
The map shows the apartment's position between the Pedregalejo seafront and central Málaga. Note that all distances shown are straight-line; actual road routes are somewhat longer. The beach, the promenade, the city centre and the rail stations at Atarazanas and Centro Alameda are all visible within the immediate radius.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, Pedregalejo occupies a specific position: it is a seafront district of Málaga city rather than a resort town. Málaga itself, with around 579,000 inhabitants, is the region's capital and transport hub. Marbella lies 52 km to the west and Granada 85 km to the north-east, both reachable for day trips via the A-7 and A-45. This places the apartment in an urban-coastal setting: city infrastructure with a beach lifestyle, distinct from the resort-dominated western Costa del Sol around Fuengirola, Marbella and Estepona.
The apartment's accessibility profile is strong on urban proximity and moderate on regional reach. Málaga city centre is 4 km away as the crow flies, and the airport of Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) approximately 9 km, one of the shortest airport distances on the entire Costa del Sol, typically a drive of around 20 minutes outside peak traffic. Gibraltar airport lies 104 km in a straight line and Alicante-Elche 382 km, both irrelevant for daily life but useful reference points for international travel planning. The three nearest beaches sit within 1 km: Pedregalejo at 0.4 km, Las Acacias at 0.6 km and Baños del Carmen at 1.0 km. Golf requires a car: Club de Golf Málaga Parador is 11.8 km away, Guadalhorce 14.2 km and the Miguel Ángel Jiménez course 14.7 km. For boat owners or visitors arriving by water, Puerto Deportivo del Candado is 2.6 km away and IGY Málaga Marina 3.9 km. Electric-vehicle charging points operated by Iberdrola are available at 0.8, 1.0 and 2.2 km. Public transport covers the district with 50 lines and stops, so a car-free household is feasible, although the included garage space removes the main drawback of car ownership here.
| Beach Distance | 2.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 9 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 104 km |
| Atarazanas | 0.6 km |
| Málaga Centro Alameda | 0.9 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data confirms the classic Málaga profile: average monthly temperatures range from 15°C in the coolest months to 28°C in summer, with an annual average of 19.4°C. This supports outdoor living for most of the year, and the swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around six months, roughly May through October. The apartment's south-east orientation aligns well with this climate: the balcony receives morning and midday sun, while the interior avoids the strongest late-afternoon heat in July and August. Air conditioning is installed for the summer peaks. The terrain is entirely flat; the district sits at sea level with a 0% gradient to the beach, which distinguishes it from hillside developments in Benalmádena or Mijas where steep walks and stairs are part of daily life. In practical terms, this means no climbs home with shopping, and full accessibility for residents of all ages. The immediate natural environment is coastal rather than green: the sea, the promenade and the beach define the setting, with the Montes de Málaga natural park a short drive inland for hiking and countryside. Sunshine hours are abundant year-round, consistent with the Costa del Sol's reputation as one of Europe's sunniest coastlines.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beaches within walking distance form the recreational core of the location. Playa de Pedregalejo, 400 m away, is a dark-sand city beach backed by the promenade and its grilled-sardine restaurants; Playa de las Acacias lies 600 m away; and the historic Baños del Carmen beach, 1.0 km along the coast, marks the eastern edge of the district. The nearest Blue Flag beach, San Andrés, is 2.1 km away in a straight line. Water sports, beach volleyball and open-air swimming are practical daily options during the roughly six-month warm-water season. Recreational facilities beyond the beach include the Aviva! sports centre and Polideportivo Municipal La Mosca, both about 500 m from the apartment, offering indoor training and municipal sports programmes. Tennis and padel clubs are scattered through Málaga's eastern districts. Golfers must drive: the nearest course, Club de Golf Málaga Parador, is 11.8 km away near the airport, with two more courses within 15 km. For sailing and mooring, Puerto Deportivo del Candado is 2.6 km east. Cultural recreation is equally close, Málaga's Picasso Museum, Centre Pompidou and historic centre sit roughly 4 km away, meaning theatre, exhibitions and gastronomy are part of the everyday radius rather than an occasional excursion.
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 46 mm |
| February | 13.8°C | 32 mm |
| March | 15.1°C | 99 mm |
| April | 17.0°C | 44 mm |
| May | 20.5°C | 24 mm |
| June | 24.6°C | 8 mm |
| July | 27.1°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.4°C | 8 mm |
| September | 24.2°C | 27 mm |
| October | 20.7°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.3°C | 72 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 51 mm |
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Ref: VL591046
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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