A recently renovated one-bedroom apartment in San Luis de Sabinillas, on the western Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga. The property measures 67 m² and offers a bright living room, a terrace and a separate balcony, air conditioning and underfloor heating in the bathroom. It is located in a town setting within walking distance of shops, restaurants and the beach at Sabinillas, with La Duquesa beach and marina roughly 1.5 km away as the crow flies. A private parking space in the basement of the same complex is included. The asking price is fixed at €235,000.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in the centre of Sabinillas, a coastal district of Manilva, at approximately 11 metres above sea level on flat terrain. Shops, pharmacies, cafés and restaurants are within walking distance, and the promenade with Sabinillas beach is around 800 metres away. Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina lies 1.2 km away in a straight line.
The layout is compact: one bedroom, one bathroom and an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area of 67 m² in total. The south-facing orientation provides direct sunlight on the terrace. Air conditioning (hot and cold) and underfloor heating in the bathroom cover year-round climate control. A communal pool and a private parking space in the basement are included.
This is an existing home, not a new-build project. The building was completed in 2007 and the apartment has been recently renovated, with a key-ready status. The internal finish, kitchen and bathroom are therefore contemporary, while the construction itself dates from the mid-2000s. No further construction phases or delivery dates apply.
The property has one bedroom and one bathroom across 67 m², which limits its suitability for larger households. There is no private garden or private pool; outdoor space consists of the terrace and balcony. This is an existing apartment from 2007, so no new-build guarantees apply. No information is available about storage rooms beyond the parking space.
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. For a single person or couple seeking a low-maintenance base on the Costa del Sol, the compact layout, elevator and included parking reduce day-to-day friction. As a holiday home, the walking distance to the beach and amenities means a car is optional, which simplifies short stays and lock-up periods. As a rental investment, the location in an established town with year-round services and a five-month swimming season supports both summer and shoulder-season letting, although one-bedroom units generally attract smaller households. The property suits buyers who prioritise condition and location over space: it is recently renovated and key-ready, so no works or waiting periods are involved. It is less suitable for families needing multiple bedrooms, for buyers seeking a private garden or pool, or for those wanting new-build construction guarantees. The buyer profile also matters for practical reasons: the flat terrain and the concentration of services within two kilometres make the location workable without a vehicle, which is relatively rare on this coast and relevant for older buyers or those who prefer not to drive in Spain. Buyers intending to work from home should note the single-bedroom layout leaves limited options for a separate office, though the open-plan living area could accommodate a workspace.
The apartment was completed in 2007 and has since been renovated, which is reflected in the current interior. The kitchen is fitted with wooden cabinets and integrated appliances, shown in an open-plan arrangement with the dining and living area. The bathroom includes a shower, toilet and sink and is fitted with underfloor heating, a feature normally associated with higher specification levels. Climate control consists of air conditioning units capable of both heating and cooling, supplemented by the underfloor heating in the bathroom, which together cover temperature regulation throughout the year. The condition is described as excellent following the renovation, meaning the home can be occupied without further works. The building itself offers an elevator and a communal outdoor seating area, and the property includes a private parking space in the basement of the same complex. In terms of build era, a 2007 construction predates the current stringent energy-efficiency standards applied to new builds on the Costa del Sol, so thermal performance will depend on the renovation works and the installed climate systems rather than a modern building envelope. No details are available about the specific insulation values or window glazing. Views from the property are described as panoramic, with garden and urban outlooks.
The asking price is fixed at €235,000 for this key-ready, renovated one-bedroom apartment of 67 m² with terrace, balcony and a private parking space. This is an existing property, so the price applies to the specific home rather than a range of units. For context, comparable new-build projects in the wider region start higher: Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, though those are new-build
Daily life here revolves around the practical rhythm of a small Spanish coastal town. Sabinillas functions as the everyday centre of Manilva's coastline: within two kilometres there are 34 restaurants, several cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist, so groceries, errands and eating out rarely require a car. The apartment itself is arranged for low-maintenance living: an open-plan living, dining and kitchen space forms the heart of the home, with the bedroom and bathroom arranged around it. The terrace and the separate balcony extend the living area outdoors, and the south-facing orientation means the outdoor space receives sun through the middle of the day. The morning routine can plausibly include a walk to a café on the promenade, around 800 metres from the door, and the flat terrain (an average gradient of 0.7 per cent towards the sea) makes walking and cycling realistic alternatives to driving. The communal pool and children's pool cover the warmer months; with a five-month swimming season during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or more, the pool is a seasonal rather than year-round facility. The private parking space in the building's basement is a practical asset in a town centre where street parking fills up in summer. The building has an elevator and an outdoor seating area. The area is busier during the tourist season and quieter in winter, which is typical for this stretch of coast; the residential core nonetheless remains active year-round.
The immediate surroundings are those of a working coastal town rather than a purpose-built resort. Within a two-kilometre radius, the data lists 34 restaurants, four cafés, three pharmacies and a dentist, alongside three primary schools and one secondary school, indicating a year-round residential community. Healthcare is covered by one health centre in the area. For recreation, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas sports centre lies 2.8 km away in a straight line, and the beaches of Sabinillas (around 800 m on foot per the property description) and La Duquesa (1.5 km straight-line) anchor the coastal side of daily life. Public transport consists of seven lines serving 34 stops in the area, which is a substantial network for a town of this size and connects Sabinillas with Estepona, Marbella and inland villages. For a resident, this means the practical radius of daily life, shopping, school runs, medical appointments, eating out, is largely walkable, with the bus network as backup for trips along the coast. The A-7 coastal motorway provides car access west towards Cádiz province and east towards Marbella and Málaga.
The map shows the apartment's position within Sabinillas' town centre, minutes from the beach promenade and Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa. The terrain is flat throughout, and the marked points indicate beaches, golf courses and marinas within a few kilometres, a snapshot of a genuinely walkable Costa del Sol location.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Sabinillas forms the coastal core of the municipality of Manilva, positioned between Estepona (roughly 10 km along the coast) and Sotogrande towards Cádiz province. Within the region, it sits closer to Gibraltar (26 km) than to Málaga (82 km), which shapes both flight options and the local economy. Marbella lies 34 km to the east. The area is part of the western Costa del Sol, a stretch known for its mixture of established towns, golf courses and marina developments, generally at lower price levels than Marbella or Benahavís.
Distances in this section are straight-line; road distances can be longer. The nearest beach, La Duquesa, lies 1.5 km away, with Playa de la Chullera at 3.5 km. Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa marina is 1.2 km away, with Puerto Estepona at 8.4 km. Golf options include Doña Julia at 1.6 km, Golf Academy Albayt Resort at 4.0 km and Estepona Golf at 5.4 km. Gibraltar Airport is the closest at roughly 26 km, which is practical for flights to the UK; Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies about 74 km away, a drive that typically takes well over an hour by motorway. Larger towns in the region are Algeciras (32 km, 121,957 inhabitants), Marbella (34 km, 147,958 inhabitants) and Málaga (82 km, 579,076 inhabitants). An electric-vehicle charging point operated by Zunder/GALP is located in Estepona, 9.7 km away.
| Beach Distance | 1.5 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 26 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 74 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at 11 metres above sea level with an average gradient of 0.7 per cent towards the beach, effectively flat terrain, which distinguishes it from the hillside urbanisations common further along the coast. The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, characteristic of the western Costa del Sol, where the Atlantic influence moderates summer heat slightly compared with the eastern stretch of the coast. The swimming season lasts five months, during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or above, roughly from late May to early October. For residents, this translates into outdoor living for most of the year: the south-facing terrace receives direct sun, and the separate balcony offers an alternative outdoor spot. The flat topography and low elevation mean no stair-climbing routes or steep walks to the sea, which affects everyday comfort more than might be expected on a coastline where many properties sit on slopes.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life centres on two options: Sabinillas beach, roughly 800 metres on foot, and La Duquesa at 1.5 km straight-line, both backed by the seaside promenade. Playa de la Chullera, 3.5 km away, offers a quieter alternative towards the border with Cádiz province. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa, 1.2 km away, functions as the social and gastronomic hub of the area, with waterfront restaurants and bars around the quays. Golfers have three courses within a short radius: Doña Julia (1.6 km), the Golf Academy at Albayt Resort (4.0 km) and Estepona Golf (5.4 km). For organised sport, Complejo Deportivo Las Viñas lies 2.8 km away. The communal pool and children's pool within the complex cover swimming closer to home during the five-month warm season.
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: VL142484
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Positioned against comparable offerings in the region, this apartment presents a different proposition from new-build projects. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000, all
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