This two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment of 85 m² is located in Residencial Duquesa, a central residential complex in Sabinillas, between Puerto de la Duquesa marina and the village centre of San Luis de Sabinillas. Built in 2009 and completed, the property forms part of an urban setting with shops, restaurants and the beach within walking distance. The apartment includes a south-west facing terrace of approximately 20 m², communal swimming pools and an underground parking space. The nearest beach, La Duquesa, lies roughly 600 metres away, and the complex sits in an area served by five public transport lines and 29 stops.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in the urban core of Sabinillas, between the marina of Puerto de la Duquesa (about 300 metres) and the village centre. A supermarket is around 170 metres away and a pharmacy slightly further. The A-7 coast road connects the area to Estepona (15 minutes by car) and Sotogrande (10 minutes). Malaga airport is roughly 74 km by straight line; Gibraltar airport is approximately 25 km away.
The property functions as a full-year or seasonal residence. Two bedrooms with two full bathrooms, one en suite, suit couples or small families. An independent fitted kitchen with utility room, a living-dining room opening onto a covered terrace, and lift access address daily living needs. Communal pools and gardens provide outdoor space, and the underground parking space is included in the asking price.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 2009 (indicative) and is described by the vendor as being in excellent condition, with recent painting, marble flooring and central hot/cold air conditioning. Appliances are reported as new or barely used. Purchase therefore involves a resale transaction with immediate availability rather than an off-plan construction phase.
The property offers 85 m² of built area with no private garden or private pool; outdoor bathing is limited to communal pools. Views are oriented towards garden and street rather than open sea. There is no mention of a storage room beyond a small utility area. EV charging requires a drive of approximately 10 km. The build dates from 2009, so energy performance documentation should be verified with the vendor.
Ref: VL371337
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a lock-up-and-leave second home with no construction waiting period will find the completed status and included parking directly relevant. Households that prioritise walking access over driving, the supermarket at 172 metres and beach at under 600 metres remove daily car dependency, form a second group. Buyers with guests or visiting family benefit from the second full bathroom and en-suite arrangement. Those planning seasonal or long-term rental use may note the location between marina and village, the most established rental micro-zone in Sabinillas. The flat terrain to the beach suits older buyers who avoid hills, a practical consideration on much of the Costa del Sol where many urbanisations sit on sloped terrain. Conversely, buyers wanting sea views, a private pool or a modern energy certificate should note that this property offers garden and street views, communal pools only, and a 2009 build date. Buyers needing proximity to international schools or large hospitals should verify routes: three primary schools and one secondary school lie within the area, and the nearest hospital is 6.6 km away. The apartment also suits buyers comparing new-build pricing in Estepona, where similar entry prices buy off-plan units with waiting periods but newer specifications.
According to the vendor description, the apartment is in excellent condition with limited use by its original owners. Reported finishes include marble flooring throughout, recently repainted walls and joinery described as being in solid condition. The kitchen is independent, fitted and fully equipped, with a small utility room adjoining it, a layout that separates cooking from the living area, in contrast to the open-plan format common in newer coastal developments. Climate control is central hot/cold air conditioning, providing year-round temperature regulation rather than seasonal cooling only. The two bathrooms are full bathrooms, one en suite to the master bedroom with a built-in wardrobe; photographic material shows a bathroom with sink, toilet, bidet and a second with shower, sink and toilet. The living-dining room opens onto a covered terrace of approximately 20 m² facing south-west, providing sheltered outdoor space in warmer months. The building includes a lift, relevant for accessibility. As a 2009 build, construction standards correspond to the regulations of that period; buyers wishing to confirm energy performance should request the existing energy certificate, as the label is not stated in the available data. The property is sold furnished, pending new furniture for the living-dining room, which allows the buyer to complete the interior without a full furnishing programme. An underground parking space in the same complex is included.
The asking price is €325,000 for the completed apartment including the underground parking space and furnishing (excluding new living-dining furniture, which the vendor notes as pending). At 85 m² built, this equates to roughly €3,820 per square metre. Within the immediate area, comparable supply includes Alonia in La Duquesa from €316,000 and Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000, both new-build; Acqua Gardens in Estepona starts from €524,600. As a resale, the property offers immediate availability rather than phased payments or construction risk. Additional purchase costs (transfer tax, notary, registry) apply separately under Andalusian resale rules.
Daily life around this apartment is organised around walking distances. The complex sits in a dense urban stretch of Sabinillas where a supermarket (172 m), pharmacy (182 m), banks and numerous restaurants, 33 within a two-kilometre radius, are reachable on foot. The promenade and the beach at La Duquesa are roughly a ten-minute walk, and the marina with its waterfront restaurants is 300 metres away. The rhythm of the area is coastal-urban: busier in summer months, quieter but not dormant in winter, as the village retains a permanent population and year-round commerce. With a 2.3% slope towards the sea, the walk to the beach is flat, which matters for older residents or those who prefer cycling, many local amenities are accessible by bicycle. The apartment itself is configured for low-maintenance living: an 85 m² layout with two bathrooms reduces morning congestion for two occupants or guests, and the south-west terrace of about 20 m² receives afternoon and evening sun, suited to outdoor dining from spring through autumn. A car is not strictly necessary for daily errands, though it expands access to golf courses, Estepona and Sotogrande. For owners who rent the property out, the location between marina and village centre places it within the most in-demand rental zone of Manilva municipality.
The immediate environment is a dense urbanisation with 29 public transport stops across five lines within the locality, supporting car-free living. Daily services cluster tightly: supermarket at 172 m, pharmacy at 182 m, and a health centre plus three more pharmacies within two kilometres. Dining options are unusually concentrated, with 33 restaurants and four cafés in a two-kilometre radius, largely oriented towards the seafront and marina. The marina of Puerto de la Duquesa, 300 metres away, functions as the social centre of the area with waterfront dining and mooring facilities. Education provision includes three primary schools and one secondary school, sufficient for resident families but limited in secondary options. The nearest hospital is 6.6 km away, and the sports centre Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3 km from the property. Road access runs via the A-7 and AP-7, with Estepona 15 minutes and Sotogrande 10 minutes by car. The area's character shifts seasonally: summer brings tourist traffic and full occupancy, while the winter months are quieter with a permanent local population sustaining year-round commerce. Provincially, the median income of €16,450 reflects the wider province rather than the coastal property market specifically.
The map shows the apartment's position between Puerto de la Duquesa marina and Sabinillas village centre, roughly equidistant from both. The beach front lies under 600 metres south-west, and the A-7 runs inland, connecting Estepona and Sotogrande. Golf courses appear inland at 2.5 to 5 km.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Sabinillas occupies the coastal section of Manilva municipality, the westernmost coastal municipality of Málaga province, bordering Cádiz province near Sotogrande. The position places it between two established poles: Estepona, 15 minutes east, with its expanded town centre and hospital, and Sotogrande, 10 minutes west, with its marina, golf courses and international schools. This intermediate position provides access to both while retaining a village-scale core. Within the local market, 1,351 property transactions were recorded in the surrounding area, indicating an active resale market with regular liquidity.
Distances from the property are short for daily needs and moderate for regional connections. La Duquesa beach lies 592 m away on flat terrain (2.3% slope), with Playa de Manilva at 835 m and Playa de la Chullera at 2.6 km. Three golf courses sit within five kilometres: Doña Julia (2.5 km), Finca Cortesín Golf Club (4.3 km) and the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort (4.9 km). Airports: Gibraltar (GIB) is approximately 25 km in a straight line to the south, and Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) roughly 74 km to the north-east, both accessible via the A-7/AP-7 corridor. The nearest EV charging point is 10 km away, a relevant distance for electric vehicle owners. Puerto de Sotogrande marina is 8.9 km distant. Within the locality, 29 bus stops across five lines provide public transport coverage along the coast.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at 14 metres above sea level on flat coastal terrain, with a gentle 2.3% slope towards the shore. Historical climate data records approximately 3,845 sunshine hours per year and an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, figures consistent with the western Costa del Sol's reputation for long dry summers and mild winters. The sea swimming season, defined by water temperatures at or above 20°C, extends to roughly five months, typically from June to October. This climate profile supports year-round terrace use for the south-west facing outdoor space, with afternoon and evening sun exposure. The flat terrain distinguishes the area from hillside urbanisations further along the coast towards Estepona and Benahavís, where slopes of 10-20% are common and daily walks to the beach involve elevation changes. Natural surroundings include the coastal strip and nearby beaches, with the Sierra Bermeja massif visible inland; no protected natural park lies within immediate walking distance.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beach, La Duquesa at 592 m, adjoins the marina of the same name, combining sand with marina-front dining. Playa de Manilva follows at 835 m, and the more secluded Playa de la Chullera lies 2.6 km west. Golf options within a short drive include Doña Julia (2.5 km), an 18-hole course in the Manilva municipality, Finca Cortesín Golf Club (4.3 km), host venue of professional tour events, and the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort (4.9 km); Estepona Golf sits 6.3 km away. For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas is 3 km from the property. The marina of Puerto de la Duquesa (0.3 km) provides moorings and waterfront recreation, while Puerto de Sotogrande, one of the largest marinas on the coast, is 8.9 km away. Blue Flag status of individual beaches in Manilva varies by season and should be verified against current municipal listings.
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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Within its direct competitive set, this apartment positions itself as a resale alternative to new-build supply at a similar entry price. Alonia in La Duquesa starts from €316,000 and Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000, both marginally below or equal to this property's €325,000, but as new developments they involve construction timelines, phased payments and, in some cases, specification choices rather than a finished product. Acqua Gardens in Estepona starts at €524,600, reflecting the higher pricing band of that town's newer eastern developments. At roughly €3,820 per built square metre, this property sits within the mid-range for Sabinillas resale stock, where the inclusion of an underground parking space and furnishing affects effective value. Locationally, Sabinillas differs from Estepona in scale: it retains a village centre with a permanent population rather than the expanded resort infrastructure of its larger neighbour, though it trades this for a smaller secondary school offering and a hospital 6.6 km away. To the west, Sotogrande within 10 minutes offers marina, golf and international schooling at a distinctly higher price level, functioning as an amenity rather than a competitor. The western Costa del Sol around Manilva has recorded 1,351 property transactions in the surrounding area, indicating a liquid resale market. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives typically compare the immediate availability, established urban surroundings and proven rental location against newer specifications, warranty coverage under the 2019 Building Control Act (Ley de Ordenación de la Edificación applies to all post-2000 builds, including this one) and contemporary energy performance standards.
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