A key-ready two-bedroom ground floor apartment in La Duquesa, on the western Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga. The property measures 73 m² of living space and has two bathrooms, a private southeast-facing terrace and access to a communal pool within a gated community. The asking price is fixed at €235,000. La Duquesa beach lies approximately 0.6 km away as the crow flies, and Duquesa Marina is within a short walk. The building was completed in 2011 and the apartment is delivered in finished condition.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in the La Duquesa urbanisation between Sotogrande and Estepona, roughly 35 km from Marbella and 83 km from Málaga as the crow flies. Duquesa Marina is about 300 metres away, and the beach roughly 0.6 km. The area is flat, at 14 metres above sea level, with golf courses within a few kilometres.
The layout offers two double bedrooms, a family bathroom plus a guest WC, an open-plan living and dining area and a fitted kitchen. The covered private terrace faces southeast, receiving morning sun. Communal facilities include a swimming pool and maintained gardens. Air conditioning and fibre internet are installed.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment is an existing home, completed in 2011, and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. There is no construction phase or delivery schedule to take into account; completion depends solely on the purchase process itself.
The property is a ground floor unit, so it does not offer elevated panoramic views; sea views are partial. Parking is not listed among the features, and there is no private pool, only a communal one. The plot is not private. Buyers seeking a large living space should note the 73 m² footprint, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Ref: VL696853
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a lock-up-and-leave second home near the sea benefits from the manageable 73 m² layout, the communal pool without private maintenance duties, and the key-ready condition that avoids waiting for construction. Small families can use the two double bedrooms, with primary schools and a health centre in the area, though the secondary school offer is limited to one school nearby. Buyers relocating semi-permanently to the Costa del Sol will find a functional year-round base: fibre internet supports remote work, and the 33 restaurants, pharmacies and cafés within 2 km cover daily needs. Those who prefer walking access to the coast will note the roughly 600-metre distance to La Duquesa beach, which is comfortably walkable on a flat route. It is less suited to buyers wanting panoramic elevated sea views, a private pool or garden, or a large plot, the unit is a ground floor apartment with partial sea views and shared outdoor facilities. Investors considering rental use should weigh the resale position, the fixed asking price of €235,000 against new-build alternatives in Estepona and Mijas, and the seasonal demand pattern of the western Costa del Sol.
The apartment was completed in 2011 and is listed in excellent condition, which places it within the modern construction era for this stretch of coast. The flooring throughout is marble, a finish associated with Spanish coastal construction of that period and one that requires little maintenance while keeping interiors cool in summer. Double glazing is fitted, improving thermal and acoustic insulation relative to older single-glazed stock. Climate control is covered on several fronts: air conditioning is installed with hot and cold functions, and there is pre-installation in addition, giving flexibility for future adjustment. Fibre optic internet is connected, which is relevant for remote work and streaming. Storage and layout details include fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and a combined guest WC and utility room, which separates laundry functions from the living area. The covered terrace is an extension of the interior, with sliding doors from the open-plan living space. A lift serves the building, so the ground floor position does not depend on stairs for access. The two bathrooms are finished in tiled modern style, as visible in the listing imagery. Communal areas, gardens and the swimming pool, are described as maintained. As with any resale property, buyers typically verify installation ages, community finances and any planned works during the due diligence phase.
The asking price is fixed at €235,000 for the whole apartment. This is an existing, key-ready property completed in 2011, so there is no price list with unit variations as with a new-build project; the price applies to this specific 73 m² two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit with its ground floor position and private terrace. At this price the property competes with new-build apartments in the region that typically start higher per square metre. Costs beyond the purchase price, such as transfer tax, notary fees and community fees, apply as with any resale purchase in Spain. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the seller's situation and the standard Spanish conveyancing timeline.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around the ground floor layout and the southeast-facing terrace. Morning light reaches the covered terrace from early in the day, which makes it usable for breakfast or outdoor working during the warmer months, while the covered section provides shade in the afternoon. The open-plan living area connects directly to the terrace through sliding doors, extending the effective living space outdoors for much of the year. The gated community structure shapes the living rhythm: the pool and gardens are shared with other residents, which reduces maintenance obligations compared with a private villa but means the outdoor space is communal rather than private. The lift provides step-free access to the unit. The immediate surroundings are those of a consolidated coastal urbanisation rather than a city centre. Within 2 km there are some 33 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist, concentrated largely around the marina and the beachfront. Daily shopping is possible on foot or by a short drive. Three primary schools and one secondary school lie in the wider area, and there is a health centre. The atmosphere is busier in summer and noticeably quieter outside the season, a pattern typical of this stretch of coast. A car is practical for reaching Marbella, Estepona or the airports, though local bus lines serve the area with 29 stops recorded.
The surroundings combine marina, beach and golf within a compact radius. Duquesa Marina sits about 300 metres away as the crow flies and functions as the local social centre, with its restaurants and cafés. La Duquesa beach is roughly 600 metres from the door, and Playa de la Chullera about 2.6 km, giving a second, quieter coastal option. Golf is a defining feature of the area: Doña Julia lies 2.5 km away, the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort 4.9 km, and Estepona Golf 6.3 km. Sotogrande Marina, one of the most established marinas on the coast, is 8.9 km away. A municipal sports centre, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas, is 3 km from the property. Everyday infrastructure is solid for an urbanisation of this size: three pharmacies, four cafés and 33 restaurants within 2 km, plus three primary schools, one secondary school and a health centre. Public transport consists of five bus lines with 29 stops, which covers local movement along the coast, though a car remains the practical choice for regional trips. The terrain is flat, a 2.3% gradient to the beach at 14 m elevation, so walking and cycling are realistic for daily errands.
The map shows the apartment's position between Duquesa Marina (0.3 km) and La Duquesa beach (0.6 km), with Sotogrande to the west and Estepona to the east along the A-7 corridor. Distances shown are straight-line; actual road routes are somewhat longer. The markers indicate beaches, golf courses and marinas mentioned in this analysis.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the western end of the Costa del Sol, in the Manilva municipality of Málaga province, close to the Cádiz border. Sotogrande, with its marina and polo tradition, lies 9 km west; Estepona begins roughly 10 km east. Marbella is 35 km away and Málaga city 83 km. This position makes the location more oriented toward Gibraltar (25 km) and the Strait than toward Málaga itself, which shapes both the buyer profile and the flight options. Within the regional hierarchy, La Duquesa is a mid-scale marina urbanisation: quieter than Marbella, more affordable than Sotogrande prime, and increasingly framed as part of the New Golden Mile's western extension.
Distances below are straight-line, as the crow flies; road distances and travel times are longer. The nearest beach, La Duquesa, is 0.6 km away on a flat route. Duquesa Marina is 0.3 km, effectively around the corner. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 25 km away, which for UK-based buyers is a relevant factor; Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 74 km, typically around an hour to an hour and a quarter by car along the A-7 or AP-7. Regionally, Estepona lies to the east and Sotogrande immediately to the west, with Algeciras 32 km away (122,000 inhabitants) and Marbella 35 km (148,000 inhabitants). Málaga city, at 83 km, is the provincial capital with 579,000 inhabitants. Within 2 km of the apartment there are 33 restaurants, three pharmacies, four cafés and a dentist. Local bus lines, five routes, 29 stops, connect the urbanisation with neighbouring towns, reducing full car dependence for some journeys, though peak-season traffic on the coastal road can extend travel times.
| 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 about five months during which sea temperature reaches at least 20°C. This places comfortable beach use roughly from late spring to early autumn, with sea swimming possible outside that window for those tolerant of cooler water. The elevation is 14 metres above sea level with a 2.3% gradient to the beach, effectively flat. This has two practical consequences: easy walking access to the coast without stairs or steep streets, and limited natural shade from terrain, so the covered terrace and air conditioning carry real weight in summer comfort. The position between the sea and the inland hills gives the apartment its mountain views to the northwest, a common feature of this stretch where the Sierra Bermeja rises behind the coastal strip. Rainfall concentrates in the winter months; the remainder of the year is predominantly dry and sunny, in line with the roughly 300-plus sunshine days the Costa del Sol is known for.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The two nearest beaches define the recreational options. La Duquesa, 0.6 km away, is the everyday beach, a dark-sand Mediterranean beach backed by the marina and chiringuitos. Playa de la Chullera, 2.6 km west, sits near the Manilva coastline toward Punta de la Chullera and tends to be quieter, with rocky coves adjacent. Golf is the second recreation pillar. Doña Julia Golf Club (2.5 km) is an 18-hole course in the Manilva municipality; the Albayt Resort golf academy (4.9 km) offers practice facilities; and Estepona Golf (6.3 km) is an established inland-side course. Three options within about six kilometres is a concentration few Costa del Sol locations better. On the water, Duquesa Marina (0.3 km) and Sotogrande Marina (8.9 km) provide berths, sailing schools and waterfront dining. For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas (3.0 km) covers municipal facilities. Together these give a resident a choice between beach days, golf rounds and marina-based leisure, mostly within a ten-minute drive or a walk.
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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Set against current new-build offerings on the Costa del Sol, this resale apartment at a fixed €235,000 occupies a distinct position. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts from €205,000, cheaper as an entry point, but as a new-build from-price it typically reflects the smallest unit type, with completion dates still ahead and possible construction risk. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000, both placing new-build two-bedroom stock considerably above this asking price on the eastern and central coast respectively. The trade-off is structural: new-build buyers receive modern specifications, warranties and often parking and storage, but pay a premium and wait for delivery. This La Duquesa unit offers immediate availability, a 2011 build with marble floors, double glazing and installed air conditioning, and a location metric that many new-build projects cannot match, the marina at 300 metres and the beach at 600 metres, on flat ground. Locationally, La Duquesa sits between two established markets. Sotogrande, 9 km west, commands the region's highest price levels around its marina and polo estates. Estepona, to the east, has seen strong new-build price growth along its 'New Golden Mile'. La Duquesa itself has historically priced below both, which explains why a key-ready two-bedroom unit near the marina can trade below €250,000, a level largely absent from the new-build market between Marbella and Estepona. Regional transaction activity (1,351 housing transactions per year in the area) indicates a functioning resale market, relevant for future liquidity.
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