This completed two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground floor apartment is situated in La Duquesa, in the municipality of Manilva on the western Costa del Sol, approximately 24 km from Gibraltar Airport. The property measures 93 m² and was completed in 2006 (indicative). It includes two private terraces facing opposite directions, a private garage, a storeroom and a log storage area, with access to a communal swimming pool. The beach at La Duquesa lies roughly 600 metres away, and the Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina is about 300 metres from the property. Daily amenities, including a supermarket and pharmacy, are within walking distance.
Within La Duquesa itself, the nearest comparable development is Alonia, with prices starting at €316,000. Against that benchmark, this resale apartment at €270,000 enters the same neighbourhood roughly €46,000 below new-build levels, in exchange for a 2006 construction date rather than current specifications. Moving east along the coast, Estepona presents two reference points: Aby Upper starts at €320,000 and Acqua Gardens at €524,600, the latter reflecting the upper-middle segment of the current new-build market. This places the subject property at the value end of the western Costa del Sol spectrum. The trade-off is generational: new-build buyers receive modern energy standards, contemporary layouts and developer warranties, while this property offers immediate availability, established surroundings, additional storage infrastructure (garage, storeroom, log store) and a proven residential environment with mature amenities. Locationally, La Duquesa sits quieter than Estepona town, with fewer services but lower density, and it is better positioned than Estepona for Gibraltar Airport, roughly 30 minutes away, which matters for UK-based buyers. Against Sotogrande to the west, La Duquesa offers lower price points while retaining access to Finca Cortesín and the Sotogrande marina within a short drive. Transaction volume in the area, recorded at 1,351 transactions, indicates an active but not overheated resale market, which supports liquidity for future resale. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives should compare total cost of ownership, including community fees for an older complex, against the higher purchase prices of current developments.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in a residential area of La Duquesa, between the coast and the Doña Julia golf course. The beach and marina are a short walk away, while Estepona and Sotogrande are reachable by car in roughly 15 to 20 minutes. The A-7 coastal road connects the area to the wider region. The setting is urban but low-rise, with local commerce within a few hundred metres.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably, with an en-suite bathroom adjoining the main bedroom and a second bathroom for guests. Dual terraces allow sun exposure throughout the day, and the fireplace plus air conditioning and central heating cover both seasons. The private garage and multiple storage spaces address practical needs that many coastal apartments of this size do not.
This is not a new development. The building was completed in 2006 (indicative) and the property is recorded as finished and in good condition. Buyers should expect a construction standard of that period rather than current new-build specifications. No construction risk applies, and the apartment can be inspected in its final state before purchase.
The property offers 93 m² of living space with two bedrooms, which limits capacity for larger households. It is a ground floor unit, so views are partial rather than elevated. The pool is communal, not private. There is no garden, and the EV charging point listed nearby is approximately 10 km away. Energy efficiency data is not recorded in the available dataset.
This apartment matches several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a permanent or semi-permanent base on the coast will find the two-bedroom layout, dual bathrooms and dual terraces sufficient, with the fireplace and central heating covering winter use. Buyers prioritising walkability benefit from supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants and beach all within a short stroll on flat terrain, which also suits older buyers who wish to avoid hills. Owners of a holiday property who want lock-up-and-leave practicality will value the private garage, storeroom and separate log storage, combined with a communal pool that requires no personal maintenance. Golf players living or holidaying in the area can reach three courses within five kilometres. Buyers who require elevated sea views or a private pool should note the ground floor position and communal facilities. Households needing three or more bedrooms will find the 93 m² layout restrictive. Those relying on electric vehicles should account for the nearest listed charging point at approximately 10 km. Finally, buyers comparing new-build specifications against this property should weigh the older construction date against the lower entry price relative to nearby new developments.
The apartment dates from 2006 and is recorded as being in good condition, which places it in the middle generation of Costa del Sol construction. Typical of that period, the build features a solid construction envelope, tiled floors, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and an en-suite bathroom off the principal bedroom. Climate control is notably comprehensive for a property of this age: the unit includes air conditioning for summer, central heating for winter and a fireplace in the living-dining area, giving three independent heating and cooling options across seasons. The dual terraces, one of which is covered, extend the usable living area for most of the year given the 3,845 recorded annual sunshine hours. Practical infrastructure goes beyond the regional norm: a private garage, a dedicated storeroom and a separate log storage area are included, addressing storage needs that many comparable apartments in the area leave unresolved. WiFi is installed. The kitchen and living-dining area form a connected space, consistent with early-2000s layouts. As the building is nearly two decades old, buyers should commission a technical survey to assess the condition of installations, insulation and communal elements. No energy efficiency certificate data is available in the current dataset, and buyers should request this documentation during due diligence.
The asking price for this apartment is €270,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit of 93 m². Within La Duquesa itself, the comparable development Alonia starts at €316,000, placing this resale property below the entry price of nearby new-build stock. In Estepona, comparable projects start between €320,000 (Aby Upper) and €524,600 (Acqua Gardens). The price reflects the 2006 construction date and resale status rather than a new-build specification. Availability is immediate, as the property is completed and in good condition.
Daily life around this apartment centres on a compact coastal strip where most errands can be done on foot. A supermarket sits 172 metres away and a pharmacy 182 metres, with 33 restaurants and several cafés within a two-kilometre radius. The morning routine here can plausibly involve walking to the marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, about 300 metres from the property, for coffee or fresh produce. The beach at La Duquesa, roughly 600 metres away on flat terrain with a slope of only 2.3 per cent, makes an evening swim or walk a spontaneous activity rather than a planned trip. The two opposing terraces structure the day: one receives morning sun, the other afternoon and evening light, allowing outdoor use across many hours. Outside the summer season the area remains functional, since it is a year-round residential municipality rather than a purely seasonal resort. The fireplace in the living area is used during cooler winter months, when average temperatures drop but the climate remains mild at 18.5 °C annually. Golf players can reach Doña Julia within 2.5 km and Finca Cortesín within 4.3 km. A car is useful for hospital visits, with the nearest facility 6.6 km away, and for travel further along the coast, though daily needs do not require one. Three primary schools and one secondary school in the area mean the location can also accommodate families with children of school age, at least partially.
The immediate environment is urban and service-dense for a settlement of this size. Within two kilometres there are 33 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist, which indicates a mature local economy that operates beyond the summer season. The supermarket at 172 metres and pharmacy at 182 metres mean daily shopping requires no vehicle. Healthcare infrastructure is more dispersed: one health centre serves the area, while the nearest hospital is 6.6 km away, a ten-minute drive. Public transport exists but is limited, with five lines and 29 stops serving the wider municipality, so residents without a car depend on buses for connections to Estepona, Marbella and inland Manilva. The terrain is flat at 14 metres above sea level with a 2.3 per cent gradient to the beach, making walking and cycling realistic for most trips. Schools include three primary and one secondary institution within the locality. Sports facilities include Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas at 3 km and three golf courses within 6.3 km. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa functions as the social centre of the neighbourhood, with Sotogrande's marina 8.9 km east.
The map shows the apartment's position between the La Duquesa marina and beach to the south and the Doña Julia golf course inland. Note the short walking distances to supermarket, pharmacy and restaurants, and the road connections toward Sotogrande to the west and Estepona to the east along the A-7.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Duquesa occupies the coastal edge of Manilva municipality, the westernmost coastal municipality of Málaga province, bordering Cádiz. It sits between Estepona, roughly 15 minutes east, and Sotogrande, roughly 15 minutes west, combining access to both. This position places it at the quieter, lower-density end of the Costa del Sol, away from the high-rise concentration of Marbella and Fuengirola further east. Gibraltar, and its airport, lie about 30 minutes to the southwest. The area functions as a residential base rather than a tourist hotspot, with the marina as its focal point.
The nearest beach, La Duquesa, is 592 metres away on foot; Playa de Manilva follows at 835 metres and Playa de la Chullera at 2.6 km. Gibraltar Airport is approximately 25 km away by straight-line distance, reachable in roughly 30 minutes by road, and is the closest option for UK flights. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies about 74 km straight-line, roughly an hour's drive via the A-7 and AP-7. Golf facilities cluster nearby: Doña Julia at 2.5 km, Finca Cortesín Golf Club at 4.3 km, Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.9 km and Estepona Golf at 6.3 km. Estepona town centre is roughly 15 minutes by car, Marbella about 40 minutes, and Sotogrande 15 minutes in the other direction. The nearest EV charging point is listed at 10 km.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 25 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records 3,845 sunshine hours per year historically, one of the higher figures for the Iberian peninsula, and an average annual temperature of 18.5 °C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20 °C, lasts approximately five months, typically June through October. The property sits at 14 metres above sea level on flat terrain, with a slope of only 2.3 per cent toward the beach, so no stair climbs or steep paths separate the apartment from the shore. The western Costa del Sol near Manilva benefits from Atlantic-influenced summers that are marginally cooler than areas east of Marbella. The fireplace and central heating recorded in the property indicate that winter evenings, while mild by northern European standards, can justify active heating between December and February. Mountain and golf views are present from the property, consistent with its position between the coast and the inland hills of Manilva.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beach of La Duquesa, 592 metres from the property, anchors the coastal recreation offer. It is a dark-sand Mediterranean beach backed by the marina promenade, where most of the area's 33 restaurants concentrate. Playa de Manilva at 835 metres and the quieter Playa de la Chullera at 2.6 km, near the Punta de la Chullera headland, provide alternatives. The Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina, 300 metres away, offers berths, waterside dining and seasonal water sports. Golf is the second recreational pillar: Doña Julia (2.5 km) is an 18-hole course open to the public, Finca Cortesín (4.3 km) is one of Spain's higher-profile championship courses and hosted the Volvo World Match Play Championship, and the Albayt Golf Academy (4.9 km) offers practice facilities. For conventional sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas lies 3 km away. Hiking options extend inland toward the Manilva hills and the Sierra Bermeja further northeast.
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: VL816006
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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