A key-ready two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment of 88 m² in the elevated residential area of Las Brisas, El Hacho, in La Duquesa on the western Costa del Sol. The property is offered fully furnished at a fixed asking price of €310,000 and dates from 1987. The accommodation includes an open-plan living and dining area with access to a private terrace, an en-suite principal bedroom, a solarium, air conditioning and marble flooring. La Duquesa beach lies 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa is 0.3 km from the property.
Within its immediate market, this apartment competes on condition and location rather than newness. Alonia, a new-build project also in La Duquesa, starts from €316,000, effectively the same entry point as this resale's fixed €310,000 asking price, but delivers contemporary construction, likely communal facilities and developer warranties, against a smaller or differently configured unit than this 88 m² home with its solarium. Aby Upper in Estepona starts from €320,000, placing modern product on the same price band roughly 15 minutes' drive east, where buyers trade La Duquesa's marina-side quiet for Estepona's larger town infrastructure. Acqua Gardens in Estepona, from €524,600, sits in a clearly higher bracket, typically offering larger formats and more extensive communal amenities. What distinguishes this property within that field is its finished, furnished condition and its specific setting: elevated sea views, a walkable 600-metre route to the beach, and the marina 300 metres away. Resale stock in La Duquesa generally trades at a discount to equivalent new-build, and the roughly 1,351 annual housing transactions in the area indicate a liquid local market with steady turnover. The western Costa del Sol between Estepona and Sotogrande has seen sustained interest from northern European buyers, and La Duquesa's position, ten minutes from Sotogrande, fifteen from Estepona, twenty-five from Gibraltar Airport, keeps it within the commute and travel radius that supports both second-home and permanent-residence demand. Buyers weighing this apartment against new-build alternatives should weigh the 1987 construction date and the absence of listed parking or pool against the lower effective price point, the larger usable outdoor space and the immediacy of occupation.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in Las Brisas, El Hacho, an elevated residential pocket of La Duquesa in the municipality of Manilva, Málaga. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa is 0.3 km away in a straight line, with the beach at 0.6 km. Sabinillas and the town of Manilva are nearby, while Estepona is around 15 minutes by car and Sotogrande about 10 minutes.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably, with room for guests. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes, an en-suite bathroom and direct terrace access; the second bedroom uses the family bathroom. An open-plan living and dining area, a fitted kitchen, a covered terrace and a private solarium provide both everyday living space and outdoor areas oriented to the south-east for morning and midday sun.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 1987, is described as being in good condition and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. The property is sold fully furnished. Buyers should expect a finished, nearly forty-year-old building rather than a construction-phase purchase with developer warranties and staged payments.
The data provided lists no swimming pool, no private garden, no parking space and no storage room. The plot is 110 m², which covers the apartment and its outdoor spaces. There is no lift information in the data, no mention of communal facilities, and no energy-performance documentation supplied. Buyers needing dedicated parking or a pool should verify these points directly.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a manageable coastal home with sea views and two bathrooms will find the layout directly usable, with the en-suite arrangement suiting long-term occupancy rather than short holiday stays. Buyers wanting a second home that can be locked up easily between visits benefit from the furnished, key-ready condition, no renovation or furnishing project is required before first use. Those who prioritise outdoor living will note the combination of a covered terrace off the living room and principal bedroom plus a separate solarium, which effectively adds seasonal living space beyond the 88 m² interior. The location also suits buyers who want walkable amenities: the marina, beach, restaurants and pharmacies are all within a short radius, so daily errands do not strictly require a car. It is less obviously suited to households needing dedicated parking, a private pool or a garden, since none of these appear in the property data. Buyers focused on newer construction with developer guarantees should also note the 1987 build year. Golf players, however, are well served, with Doña Julia at 2.5 km and several further courses within a short drive.
The interior features marble flooring throughout, fitted wardrobes in the principal bedroom and air conditioning for climate control. The kitchen is fully fitted and positioned adjacent to the living area. Both bathrooms are complete, one en-suite to the principal bedroom and one serving the second bedroom and guests. The property is sold fully furnished, which reduces the practical work involved in moving in. A spiral staircase in the living room connects to the solarium level, an arrangement typical of stacked terraces in buildings of this era. As a 1987 construction in good condition, the apartment reflects the standards of its build period rather than contemporary specifications; buyers comparing it with new-build product in the area should expect differences in insulation, window technology and energy performance. No energy-performance certificate or technical survey data has been supplied, so an independent survey is a reasonable step for any purchaser of a property of this age. What the home does offer is a finished, liveable condition with no immediate works indicated in the data, an established terrace structure, and materials, marble floors, fitted storage, climate control, that support year-round residential use. The south-east orientation and elevated position also reduce reliance on artificial light during the day.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €310,000. This is an existing resale property, not a new-build project with a price list, so there is no range of unit types or from-price. The price reflects a key-ready, fully furnished two-bedroom apartment of 88 m² with two bathrooms, a private terrace and a solarium. For context, nearby new-build projects such as Alonia in La Duquesa start from €316,000 and Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000, while Acqua Gardens in Estepona begins at €524,600. Availability is immediate, subject to the transaction process. Buyers should additionally budget for purchase costs and, where applicable, community fees.
Daily life here revolves around a compact coastal routine. The apartment's south-east orientation means the terrace and principal bedroom receive morning sun, while the solarium at the top of the property extends outdoor use through the afternoon. The living area opens onto the terrace through large glass doors, so the sea view functions as part of the interior rather than something glimpsed occasionally. The kitchen sits to the left of the entrance, and a short hallway connects the two bedrooms, keeping the sleeping zone separate from the living space. Practically, the setting combines residential quiet with walkable access to the coast. La Duquesa beach is roughly 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and the marina, with its waterfront restaurants and cafés, is closer still. Within 2 km there are 33 restaurants, 3 pharmacies, 4 cafés and a dentist, plus 3 primary schools and 1 secondary school, which supports year-round living rather than purely seasonal use. A car remains useful for larger shops, golf and onward travel, but the immediate amenities reduce dependence on it. The area sits at 14 m elevation with a gradient to the beach of about 2.3%, so the walk to the sea is essentially flat. Outside the summer months the neighbourhood quietens considerably, as is typical for this stretch of coast between Estepona and Sotogrande.
The immediate surroundings combine a residential hillside setting with an unusually dense amenity base. Within 2 km the data lists 33 restaurants, 4 cafés, 3 pharmacies and a dentist, alongside a health centre, 3 primary schools and 1 secondary school. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 0.3 km away as the crow flies, functions as the social centre of the area with waterfront dining and leisure facilities. The beach at La Duquesa is 0.6 km away, and Playa de la Chullera lies 2.6 km further along the coast. Public transport is available with 5 lines and 29 stops in the area, which is notable for a settlement of this size and provides a car-free fallback for local trips. By car, Estepona is about 15 minutes, Sotogrande around 10 minutes and Puerto Banús roughly 30 minutes. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 25 minutes away and Málaga-Costa del Sol around 60 minutes. Larger reference cities are Algeciras at 32 km and Marbella at 35 km straight-line distance.
The map shows the property in its elevated setting at Las Brisas, El Hacho, above the La Duquesa coastline. The marina sits 300 metres to the west and the beach 600 metres below, both reachable on foot along a flat route. The markers for Sotogrande, Estepona and the surrounding golf courses indicate how the western Costa del Sol is arranged around this stretch of coast.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa sits on the western Costa del Sol in the municipality of Manilva, roughly midway between Estepona (15 minutes by car) and Sotogrande (10 minutes). Marbella is 35 km and Málaga city 83 km straight-line to the east, while Algeciras lies 32 km to the west. This positions the property at the quieter, more residential end of the Costa del Sol, close to the Cádiz border, with dual-airport access via Gibraltar (about 25 minutes by car) and Málaga-Costa del Sol (about 60 minutes). The area records around 1,351 housing transactions per year, indicating an active but not overheated local market.
Key distances, measured in a straight line: the beach at La Duquesa 0.6 km, Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa 0.3 km, Puerto de Sotogrande 8.9 km, Doña Julia golf course 2.5 km, the Albayt Resort golf academy 4.9 km and Estepona Golf 6.3 km. The sports centre Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3.0 km away. Airports: Gibraltar (GIB) roughly 25 km and Málaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) roughly 74 km straight-line, translating to about 25 and 60 minutes by car respectively according to the route information supplied. Actual road distances are longer than straight-line figures. The A-7 coastal road connects the area to Estepona, Marbella and Sotogrande; 5 bus lines with 29 stops serve the locality. A car is convenient but not strictly necessary for daily life given the walkable amenity density.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The area records an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of about five months during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or above, running roughly from late spring into early autumn. Elevation is 14 m above sea level with a gradient to the beach of only 2.3%, meaning the terrain is effectively flat between the property and the coast, relevant for anyone planning to walk to the sea regularly. The elevated position of Las Brisas within this low-lying landscape provides the sea views without the steep access roads found in some hillside urbanisations further east. The western Costa del Sol around Manilva is among the warmest and driest corners of the Málaga province, sheltered by the Sierra from northerly weather. Outdoor use of the terrace and solarium is realistic for a large part of the year, with the covered terrace extending usable hours in midsummer and the shoulder months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, La Duquesa, lies 0.6 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de la Chullera 2.6 km further west, a quieter stretch popular with locals. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa provides the recreational focus of the area: waterfront restaurants, cafés and moored boats 300 metres from the property. Golf is a defining feature of this coastline: Doña Julia is 2.5 km away, the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort 4.9 km, and Estepona Golf 6.3 km, with La Duquesa Golf, Finca Cortesín and Valderrama all within a short drive according to the source description. For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3.0 km away. Sotogrande's marina and its associated polo and sailing scene lie under 9 km to the west, adding a second recreational hub within easy reach.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 75 mm |
| February | 13.0°C | 44 mm |
| March | 14.2°C | 146 mm |
| April | 16.2°C | 61 mm |
| May | 19.4°C | 30 mm |
| June | 23.0°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.9°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.2°C | 4 mm |
| September | 23.3°C | 23 mm |
| October | 20.0°C | 69 mm |
| November | 15.5°C | 94 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 76 mm |
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Ref: VL203358
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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