This penthouse is located in Teatinos, a residential district in the western part of Málaga city, approximately 3 km from the historic centre. The property is a completed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment of 132 m², built in 2001, with a private terrace, solarium, and an included underground parking space and storage room. The setting is urban rather than coastal: the nearest beach, Playa de San Andrés, lies 3.5 km away, while Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 6.2 km from the address. Daily amenities, supermarkets, pharmacies, hospitals and public transport, are within walking distance, making the location practical for year-round city living rather than resort-based use.
Placed against the wider Costa del Sol market, this penthouse occupies a different segment from the typical coastal new-build. Comparable advertised projects, 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 all lower-entry new constructions in resort-oriented towns. At €545,000 for 132 m² (roughly €4,128/m²), this property is priced above those entry points, which reflects three factors: its Málaga city address, the included garage and storage room, and penthouse-level outdoor space in a district with strong rental and resale liquidity (7,240 recorded transactions regionally). The trade-off is structural. New-build coastal projects deliver modern energy certification, developer warranties and typically closer beach proximity, Estepona, Mijas and Torre del Mar all place buyers within a short walk of the sea, whereas this property sits 3.5 km inland. Conversely, they generally cannot match Teatinos' urban infrastructure: a hospital under 600 m away, three rail or metro stations within 1.2 km, an airport at 6.2 km, and the full service density of Spain's sixth-largest city 3 km from the door. For buyers weighing Málaga city against the coastal strip, the decision effectively comes down to year-round urban practicality versus newer construction and beach proximity. Within Málaga itself, Teatinos is generally regarded as a value district relative to the historic centre and Malagueta areas, where equivalent square metre prices run higher; it trades sea views and heritage surroundings for space, services and transport links. Marbella, 45 km west, operates in a different price bracket altogether for comparable floor areas.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Teatinos is an established inland district of Málaga, situated west of the city centre and close to the university campus, the courthouse and major hospitals. The area is urban and fully serviced, with 50 public transport lines and three metro or train stations within 1.2 km. The coast is reachable by car or public transport in roughly 10–15 minutes; the airport is a short drive away.
The property suits buyers seeking a low-maintenance city base with outdoor space. The same-level terrace and solarium extend the living area outdoors, while central heating and lift access support year-round comfort. The inclusion of a garage space and storage room addresses practical needs that street-parking districts often lack. Reduced-mobility access is listed as a feature.
This is not a new-build project. The building dates from 2001 (indicative) and the property is offered in good, completed condition with a fully fitted kitchen and part furnishing. Buyers therefore avoid construction-phase risk and delivery timelines; equally, finishes and building systems reflect the standards of the early 2000s rather than current new-build specifications.
The property is an existing resale apartment, not a new development with developer guarantees or modern energy certification as standard. It offers two bedrooms rather than three or more, and the nearest beach is 3.5 km away, this is a city location, not a front-line coastal one. Communal facilities are limited to gardens and two swimming pools; there is no on-site gym, spa or concierge.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer relocating to Málaga for work, particularly near the university, hospital or judicial complex, gains a walkable base with direct transport links. A couple seeking a year-round city home with outdoor space may value the terrace, solarium, central heating and garage as a combination that seasonal coastal apartments rarely offer together. International buyers wanting a manageable second residence near the airport (6.2 km) will find the logistics straightforward. Families with school-age children benefit from the density of educational provision in the district, though the two-bedroom layout limits household size. It is less suited to buyers whose priority is front-line sea access, a gated resort environment with extensive communal facilities, or a new-build warranty structure. The 2001 construction date and part-furnished, good-condition presentation mean the property is ready for immediate occupation, which suits buyers on a fixed timeline. Investors may note the district's transaction volume, 7,240 recorded property transactions, as an indicator of market liquidity, though rental yield depends on prevailing city-centre-adjacent rates rather than tourist-season premiums.
The property is documented in good condition, built in 2001, with a fully fitted separate kitchen, utility room, and part furnishing included. Interior features listed are central heating, lift access, a private terrace and a solarium, plus a barbecue point, indicating that outdoor cooking and dining are anticipated in the design. The two bathrooms include one en suite, attached to the principal bedroom. Building-level provisions comprise communal gardens and two swimming pools, an underground garage with an allocated space, and a dedicated storage room. Accessibility features are listed, including access for people with reduced mobility, which combined with the lift covers vertical circulation within the building. Image analysis of the listing shows a living-dining area with patio access, a communal pool with grassed surrounds, and a conventional facade with balconies, consistent with early-2000s Spanish residential construction of solid, non-luxury specification. No energy certificate value is provided in the available data, so buyers should request the existing certificado de eficiencia energética directly. Similarly, the technical condition of the central heating system, glazing and community pool installations is best verified through a survey, as 20-plus-year-old buildings typically warrant checks on insulation standards and communal maintenance reserves.
The asking price is €545,000, which includes real estate agency fees but excludes purchase costs such as Property Transfer Tax, notary and registry fees, as stated under Andalusian Royal Decree 218/2005. The price includes the underground parking space and storage room. At 132 m² of living space, the price equates to approximately €4,128 per square metre. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start lower, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, reflecting that this property's pricing is anchored to Málaga city demand and its included extras rather than to resort-market benchmarks.
Daily life in Teatinos follows an urban rhythm. The nearest supermarket is 278 m from the property and a pharmacy 160 m, so routine shopping is a walking matter. Within a two-kilometre radius the dataset records 35 restaurants, 51 pharmacies, 12 banks and 10 cafés, giving the district a full neighbourhood service structure rather than a tourist-oriented one. Healthcare access is notably strong: a hospital lies 591 m away and the wider area counts 26 health centres, consistent with Teatinos' proximity to Málaga's clinical cluster. Education supply is equally dense, with 147 primary schools and 101 secondary schools recorded regionally, relevant for permanent relocation rather than holiday use. Transport works without a car for most purposes: three stations (Ciudad de la Justicia at 0.7 km, Portada Alta at 0.9 km, Carranque at 1.2 km) plus 50 bus lines cover the city, and the airport is 6.2 km away. The terrace and solarium provide the outdoor living element that city apartments often lack; with roughly 3,867 sunshine hours per year, these spaces are usable across most seasons. Leisure within the district includes the Ciudad Deportiva Carranque sports complex at 1.3 km and two skateparks nearby. Beaches require a short trip: Playa de San Andrés at 3.5 km and Playa de la Misericordia at 4.1 km are the closest options, on a flat 1.9% gradient route suitable for cycling.
Teatinos functions as a working residential district rather than a visitor zone. The immediate radius contains the full set of daily services: supermarket at 278 m, pharmacy at 160 m, and a hospital at 591 m, distances that place essential errands within a five-to-ten-minute walk. Public transport density is high, with 50 lines and 50 stops serving the area, plus metro and suburban rail stations at 0.7–1.2 km, connecting to the centre and beyond. An electric vehicle charging point sits 824 m away, and further charging infrastructure exists near the airport corridor. The district's tourism footprint is comparatively low relative to the city overall, 89 hotels and 12,584 beds are recorded regionally, concentrated towards the centre and coast, so the immediate surroundings retain a year-round residential character. Recreation within reach includes the Ciudad Deportiva Carranque (1.3 km) and viewpoints such as Mirador Torre del Atabal (1.7 km) for walks with elevated perspectives over the city. For seaside routines, the beaches at 3.5–4.5 km require a deliberate trip by car, bike or bus, typically 10–15 minutes.
The map shows the property's position in Teatinos, west-central Málaga. Note the short distances to the supermarket, pharmacy and hospital, the metro and train stations under 1.2 km, and the measured straight-line distances to beaches, golf courses and the airport, a compact urban footprint with the coast a short drive east.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
The property positions itself in Málaga city (population approximately 579,000), 3 km from the centre, within the Teatinos district. Marbella lies 45 km west and Granada 92 km east-northeast, both reachable in under an hour by car via the A-7/AP-7 corridor. Unlike coastal resort zones between Málaga and Marbella, Teatinos offers inland urban convenience with city infrastructure, hospitals, universities, courts and rail, at the cost of sea views and beach proximity. This distinguishes it from comparable-priced coastal developments further along the Costa del Sol.
Distances from the property: beaches at Playa de San Andrés 3.5 km, Playa de la Misericordia 4.1 km, and Playa de la Malagueta 4.5 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 6.2 km, roughly a 10–15 minute drive depending on traffic. Málaga city centre lies 3 km away. Golf options cluster at 6.7–10.3 km: Club de Golf de Guadalhorce, Club de Golf Málaga Parador, and Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez. Marinas at IGY Málaga (4.2 km) and Marina Real Club Mediterráneo (4.6 km) cover mooring and waterfront dining. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 102 km straight-line; Alicante-Elche approximately 385 km. A car is useful for beach and golf trips but not essential for daily needs given the transport network.
| Beach Distance | 3.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 102 km |
| Ciudad de la Justicia | 0.7 km |
| Portada Alta | 0.9 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The site sits at 68 m above sea level with a gentle 1.9% gradient toward the coast, meaning no significant hills separate the property from the sea, a relevant point for cycling to the beach. The climate is Mediterranean with a recorded annual average temperature of 18.8°C and a range of roughly 12–27°C across the year; winters are mild enough that central heating serves as a comfort supplement rather than a necessity for extreme cold. Historical sunshine totals reach approximately 3,867 hours per year, among the higher figures for mainland Spain, which supports extended use of the terrace and solarium from early spring to late autumn. The sea-swimming season, defined by water temperatures at or above 20°C, runs about six months, typically May to October, meaning beach routines are seasonal rather than year-round, in contrast to the property's year-round urban usability.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches serve this address. Playa de San Andrés (3.5 km) and Playa de la Misericordia (4.1 km) are the closest, both on Málaga's western urban front, while Playa de la Malagueta (4.5 km) anchors the classic city beach strip east of the port near the marina. Golfers have three courses within reach: Club de Golf de Guadalhorce at 6.7 km, Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 7.8 km, and the Miguel Ángel Jiménez course at 10.3 km. Sports facilities in the district itself include Ciudad Deportiva Carranque (1.3 km) and two skateparks within 1.2 km. Two marinas at 4.2 and 4.6 km provide waterfront dining and nautical services. Blue Flag status of individual beaches varies by season and should be checked against current municipal listings.
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 |
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Ref: VL926513
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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