This key-ready apartment is located in the gated Duquesa Village community in Manilva, on the western Costa del Sol. Built in 2007, the property offers 130 m² of built space, including 97 m² of interior living area, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an 18 m² south-facing covered terrace with panoramic views of the Mediterranean. The asking price is fixed at €349,000 and includes furniture, a private underground parking space and a storage room. La Duquesa beach and marina lie within one kilometre of the complex.
Within its immediate market, this apartment competes with both new-build projects and existing stock around La Duquesa and Estepona. Alonia in La Duquesa starts from €316,000 for new construction, and Aby Upper in Estepona from €320,000. At first sight those entry prices sit below the €349,000 asked here, but the comparison is not direct: this is a completed, furnished resale property with 130 m² of built space, two bathrooms, a parking space and a storage room included, whereas new-build starting prices typically apply to smaller units and exclude parking, storage, furniture and transfer costs on unbuilt stock. Acqua Gardens in Estepona, starting from €524,600, sits in a higher price bracket and reflects the general price gradient that rises towards central Estepona and Marbella. Location-wise, La Duquesa trades on proximity rather than prestige: the marina, beach and golf are all within a short radius, but the area is quieter and less built-up than Marbella, 35 km east, which carries 147,958 inhabitants and a correspondingly wider service offer. Compared with Sotogrande to the west, La Duquesa is more compact and more moderately priced, with a year-round resident base supported by 1,351 annual housing transactions in the wider area. Median provincial income of €16,450 per year gives a sense of the regional economic baseline, well below northern European levels, which affects local service prices and rental dynamics. For buyers weighing resale versus new build, the decision largely comes down to timing and completeness: immediate usability, established community and included extras here, against modern construction standards and developer warranties on the new-build side. The western Costa del Sol position, with Gibraltar Airport roughly 25 km away, also differentiates the area for buyers who value that route over Málaga Airport at about 74 km straight-line.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in La Duquesa, part of the municipality of Manilva, at 14 metres above sea level. Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa is 0.3 km away as the crow flies and La Duquesa beach 0.6 km. The nearest golf course, Doña Julia, is 2.5 km away, and Sotogrande marina 8.9 km.
The layout serves two-bedroom living with an en-suite master bathroom, a combined living and dining area connected to a partially fitted kitchen, and a covered south-facing terrace of 18 m². Communal gardens and pools are part of the gated complex, along with a lift, private parking and a separate storage room. Air conditioning and fitted wardrobes are installed.
This is an existing home, completed in 2007 and currently key-ready. No construction phase or delivery schedule applies. The property is sold furnished, which reduces the time between purchase and occupancy. The completion date mentioned is indicative and reflects the original year of construction.
The kitchen is partially fitted rather than fully equipped. The pool and gardens are communal, not private. No private garden belongs to the apartment. Outdoor space is limited to the covered terrace. The data contains no information about community fees, annual taxes or energy performance, so these costs should be verified separately.
This property fits a buyer who wants an immediately usable home rather than a construction project. Because it is key-ready and furnished, the gap between purchase and first use is short, which suits people planning a permanent move or a first rental season. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout with an en-suite master works for couples, small families and owners who regularly host guests; the second bathroom avoids queueing during peak periods. The south-facing covered terrace and sea view align with buyers whose priority is outdoor living across multiple seasons, since the covered construction extends use beyond the summer months. The flat, short walk to the beach and marina makes the location practical for older buyers who want the coast without hills. Owners of a holiday home benefit from the gated complex: communal maintenance and on-site management reduce the burden of long absences. Investors should note the rental logic of the area: 1,351 housing transactions per year indicate an active local market, and proximity to the marina, beach and golf courses supports demand for short stays. At the same time, buyers seeking a private pool, a private garden or a fully fitted designer kitchen will not find those elements here. The same applies to anyone wanting new-build warranties: this building dates from 2007, so the purchase relies on the existing condition of the construction. A car remains useful for reaching Marbella, 35 km away, or Estepona's wider commercial offer, although daily needs are covered on foot.
The apartment was completed in 2007 and is presented in good condition according to the listing data. The interior photographs show a modern kitchen with granite worktops, a living and dining area with contemporary lighting and direct access to the terrace, and bedrooms with fitted wardrobes. The kitchen is described as partially fitted, meaning some appliances or installations may still need to be added or replaced by the new owner; this is a point to verify during a viewing. Technical comfort is provided by air conditioning, which covers the main living period in a region where average temperatures reach 18.5°C annually and summers run considerably warmer. The 18 m² terrace is covered and south-facing, which has two practical consequences: the space is usable in light rain and strong midday sun, and the orientation maximises daylight hours during winter months. Storage is addressed twice: a separate storage room inside the property plus the usual wardrobe capacity. A lift serves the building, which matters for accessibility and for moving furniture. Parking is arranged as a private underground space, protecting the vehicle from sun and salt air and keeping the car cool in summer. The property is sold fully furnished, so the purchase price covers interior contents; buyers should nonetheless inventory exactly what is included before completion. As an eighteen-year-old building, the technical systems, plumbing, electrics, air conditioning units, are of that generation, and an independent survey is the standard way to assess their remaining lifespan. The condition of communal facilities, including pools and gardens, is managed by the community, whose fees fall outside the available data.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €349,000. This is an existing, key-ready home rather than a new-build development, so there is no price list with unit variations. The price reflects a completed, furnished property with 130 m² of built space, two bathrooms, sea views, a parking space and a storage room included. For orientation: nearby new-build projects start from €316,000 at Alonia in La Duquesa and from €320,000 at Aby Upper in Estepona, though those figures are starting prices for unfinished stock and do not include the furniture and parking included here. Availability is immediate, subject to the seller's confirmation. Any dates mentioned are indicative.
Daily life in Duquesa Village is shaped by its position between the marina and the beach. The Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 0.3 km away as the crow flies, functions as the social centre of the neighbourhood, with its restaurants and promenade. La Duquesa beach at 0.6 km provides the nearest swimming option, and the terrain between the complex and the sea is flat, with an average gradient of 2.3 per cent, so the walk is manageable without significant inclines. Within a 2 km radius the area counts 33 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist, which covers most day-to-day needs without driving. The apartment itself is organised around its south-facing side: the 18 m² covered terrace catches the sun for most of the day and can be used for outdoor dining from early spring well into autumn, given the regional average temperature of 18.5°C. Inside, the 97 m² of interior space divides into a living and dining area connected to the kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom has its own bathroom, which reduces pressure on the main bathroom during busy mornings or when guests stay. A separate storage room and a private underground parking space add practical capacity that many apartments of this size lack. The gated setting with communal gardens and pools means outdoor maintenance is handled collectively; residents use the facilities without private upkeep obligations. Three primary schools and one secondary school within reach make the location workable for families, and a health centre serves the area. With 29 public transport stops across five lines, the neighbourhood functions year-round rather than only in the tourist season.
The surrounding area combines residential calm with a compact service offer. Within 2 km there are 33 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies, one dentist and a health centre, concentrated largely around the marina and the beachfront. Three primary schools and one secondary school serve families in the area. Public transport consists of five lines with 29 stops, which covers local movement along the coast, though most residents use a car for longer distances. Marbella lies 35 km away as the crow flies and Algeciras 32 km, positioning La Duquesa between two larger urban anchors. Gibraltar Airport is roughly 25 km away in a straight line, making it the closest flight option for northern European destinations; Málaga Airport is about 74 km away, with actual road distance longer. For leisure, Doña Julia golf course is 2.5 km away, with Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Playa de la Chullera offers a second beach at 2.6 km, and Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas, a sports centre, sits 3.0 km from the property. The elevation of 14 metres and the flat gradient towards the sea make the neighbourhood walkable for daily errands and beach visits.
The map shows the apartment's position between the marina (0.3 km) and La Duquesa beach (0.6 km), all distances straight-line. Golf courses, schools and the health centre sit within the wider 2-3 km ring. Note how the coastline here runs west towards Sotogrande and east towards Estepona.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol, in the municipality of Manilva between Estepona and Sotogrande. Marbella lies 35 km to the east as the crow flies and Algeciras 32 km to the west, with Málaga city 83 km east. This position places the property closer to Gibraltar and Cádiz province than most Costa del Sol locations, while keeping Marbella and Estepona within practical reach by car. The area combines marina, golf and beach amenities in a compact radius, characteristic of the quieter western Costa del Sol rather than the high-density resorts further east.
Distances below are straight-line; road distances are longer. La Duquesa beach is 0.6 km away and reached over flat terrain, with an average gradient of 2.3 per cent. The marina, Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, is 0.3 km from the complex and concentrates much of the local hospitality. Sotogrande and its marina lie 8.9 km and 9.0 km away respectively. Golf options include Doña Julia at 2.5 km, Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 25 km away as the crow flies and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport roughly 74 km; driving time to Málaga is considerably longer than the straight-line figure suggests. Locally, five bus lines with 29 stops provide public transport, sufficient for coastal hops but not for replacing a car entirely. A private underground parking space belongs to the apartment, so arrival and parking are unproblematic.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical western Costa del Sol profile: an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of five months during which sea water stays at or above 20°C. That places comfortable beach use roughly from late spring to early autumn, while the covered south-facing terrace extends usable outdoor time beyond those months. The location lies at 14 metres above sea level, so no altitude effects on temperature or breathing apply, and the terrain towards the beach is flat at a 2.3 per cent gradient. Coastal walking is the most direct form of outdoor recreation, with the beachfront promenade around the marina accessible within a few hundred metres. Playa de la Chullera, 2.6 km west, offers a less developed stretch of coast for longer walks. The Mediterranean climate supports year-round use of the communal pools and gardens, though pool heating is not mentioned in the data and winter swimming in unheated outdoor pools is limited by the five-month warm-water season.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
La Duquesa beach, 0.6 km away as the crow flies, is the nearest swimming option, reachable on foot over flat ground. Playa de la Chullera at 2.6 km provides an alternative, more natural coastal section. The marina at 0.3 km functions as the recreational heart of the neighbourhood, combining restaurants, cafés and moored boats within a short stroll of the apartment. Golf is well represented: Doña Julia at 2.5 km is the closest course, Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km offers practice facilities, and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km adds a third option within ten minutes' reach by car. For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas lies 3.0 km away. Sotogrande marina, 8.9 km west, expands the range of nautical and dining options. The data does not specify Blue Flag status for local beaches, so this should be verified with current municipal information rather than assumed.
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: VL650682
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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