This 111 m² apartment is located in Altos de los Monteros, a residential area on the hills east of Marbella, roughly 5 km from the town centre as the crow flies. The property forms part of a gated resort community completed in 2007 and offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a 25 m² terrace. The asking price is fixed at €435,000 and includes a parking space and a storage room. The nearest beach, El Alicate, lies approximately 4.1 km away in a straight line. The community provides extensive shared facilities, including pools, a gym, sauna and 24-hour security. The apartment holds an active tourist licence, which is relevant for buyers considering rental use.
Within the wider Costa del Sol and adjacent markets, this apartment occupies a distinct position. The comparable new-build projects in the dataset, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are all developer schemes with "from" pricing, meaning the entry figure typically covers the smallest or least positioned unit. The €435,000 asking price here applies to one specific, completed 111 m² home with parking and storage included, which limits direct price-per-square-metre comparison but clarifies what the figure represents. Location-wise, the three comparables sit in eastern Málaga province, central Mijas and Estepona respectively, all along the coast but each with a different relationship to Marbella. Altos de los Monteros is closer to Marbella centre (about 5 km straight-line) than any of those locations, and it sits in one of the town's established elevated residential zones. That proximity carries weight in the regional market: Marbella records around 4,399 housing transactions per year and supports a large service economy, including 48 hotels and over 12,600 tourist beds, which underpins both rental demand and liquidity on resale. The trade-off relative to the new-build alternatives is age. A 2007 property will not match current construction standards in areas such as energy performance, and buyers should budget for periodic maintenance. In return, the buyer acquires a finished home with mature landscaping, an operational resort facility set and a licence for tourist letting, features that new developments often deliver only after completion phases conclude. Buyers weighing Marbella East against Estepona or Mijas are effectively weighing established proximity to Marbella's amenities against newer stock further from it.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Altos de los Monteros sits on elevated ground about 163 metres above sea level, east of Marbella centre. The area is residential in character, with the A-7 motorway reachable within about six minutes by car. Distances to beaches and amenities are measured as the crow flies, so actual road routes are longer. The setting is quiet, with limited services within immediate walking distance.
The apartment offers 111 m² of built space, a 25 m² south-facing terrace, two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and two full bathrooms. Shared facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, a jacuzzi, sauna, gym and landscaped gardens. A separate laundry area, private interior patio and air conditioning are present. A car is practical for daily life here, as only one restaurant lies within 2 km.
This is an existing home, completed in 2007, not a new-build project. Construction is finished and the property is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred and occupied without waiting for a building phase. The tourist licence is already active. As with any resale purchase, the completion date of the transaction depends on the sales process rather than a developer's schedule.
The property offers two bedrooms and 111 m² of living space, which limits its suitability for larger households. The location is car-dependent: only one restaurant lies within 2 km and public transport, while available through 11 lines and 50 stops, does not replace a vehicle for daily errands. The hillside position involves a moderate gradient of about 4% towards the beach. No data is available on community fees or annual taxes.
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a lock-and-leave second home will find the gated community, 24-hour security and on-site facilities convenient for occasional use, while the tourist licence opens the possibility of legal short-term rental during absent periods. Buyers relocating to the Costa del Sol who prioritise a secure, low-maintenance setting with resort amenities may also find the layout workable, though a family needing three or more bedrooms will find the two-bedroom configuration limiting. The property also suits buyers who value outdoor space within a managed complex: the 25 m² south-facing terrace, the gardens and the multiple pools form the core of the living experience. The hillside location appeals to those who prefer elevation and views over immediate coastal proximity; the trade-off is a drive of several kilometres to the beach and to daily services. Investors should note both sides of the ledger. The tourist licence and Marbella's rental demand are objective advantages, while the 2007 construction year means the property is nearly two decades old, so maintenance history and community financials warrant review during due diligence. Buyers without a car, or those wanting walkable shops and restaurants, are less well served by this location.
The apartment was completed in 2007, which places it in the era of Marbella's modern resort developments. Documented features include two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, a master bathroom with both bathtub and shower, and a second full bathroom, giving each main space its own sanitary facilities. The kitchen is described as fully equipped with a separate laundry and ironing area, and there is a private interior patio, a feature more common in southern Spanish construction than in northern Europe. Technical provisions listed include air conditioning, a security door and a video intercom, alongside an interior storage room within the apartment itself. A parking space and a separate storage room in the communal area are included in the price. The living and dining room faces south, which in this latitude means direct sunlight through the middle of the day and into the afternoon on the terrace. For a property of this age, the finishing level as described is consistent with an upper-mid-range resort standard rather than a contemporary premium new build. Buyers comparing it with current new construction should expect differences in areas such as insulation standards, energy systems and interior styling. The community facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzi, sauna, massage rooms, gym and 24-hour security, are substantial and form part of the overall quality proposition. No energy performance data is provided in the source material, so this should be verified during the purchase process.
The asking price is fixed at €435,000 for this existing apartment. This is not a "from" price from a developer's price list; it applies to one specific, completed property. The price includes a parking space and a storage room, and the apartment carries an active tourist licence, which is a documented feature rather than a promise. Compared with new-build projects in the wider region, which in comparable schemes start between roughly €205,000 and €321,000, this price reflects an established resort community near Marbella. Annual costs such as community fees and IBI tax are not stated in the available data.
Daily life at this apartment revolves around the resort community itself. Mornings can start on the 25 m² south-facing terrace, which receives sun for most of the day, or at one of the community pools, including a heated indoor option that extends swimming beyond the summer months. The infinity pool looks out towards the sea, and the landscaped grounds provide space for walks without leaving the complex. Beyond the gates, the rhythm changes. Altos de los Monteros is a quiet hillside zone, and shopping, dining and everyday services are concentrated towards Marbella and along the coastal road. A car is the standard means of transport; the A-7 motorway is about six minutes away by car, and from there Marbella centre is roughly 11 minutes. The Hospital Costa del Sol and several beach clubs are also within a short drive according to the seller's description. The area's 18.3°C average annual temperature means outdoor use of the terrace and pools is realistic for much of the year. The sea itself reaches 20°C or warmer for about four months, so the swimming season at the beach is concentrated in summer, while the community's heated indoor pool compensates outside that window. Evenings tend to be quiet, with the gated setting and 24-hour security shaping a low-traffic environment. Residents who want restaurants or nightlife within walking distance will not find that here; the trade-off is tranquillity and space.
The immediate surroundings of Altos de los Monteros are residential and quiet. Within 2 km of the property, the data lists only one restaurant, which underlines the car-dependent character of the area. Daily shopping, healthcare and a wider choice of dining are found towards Marbella, roughly 5 km away as the crow flies, or along the coastal corridor. The area intelligence shows a well-developed service network within short driving range: 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the wider region, five health centres, and a substantial tourism infrastructure of 48 hotels with over 12,600 beds. For families considering longer-term residence, international schools such as the English International College (4.6 km straight-line) and the British International School (6.9 km) are within practical reach by car. Public transport exists, 11 lines and 50 stops are recorded, but given the hillside position and the dispersed nature of amenities, most residents will rely on a car. The A-7 motorway connection about six minutes away by car links the area to Marbella to the west and to Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Málaga further along the coast. Housing transactions in the area number around 4,399 per year, indicating an active and liquid local market rather than a dormant one.
The map shows the apartment's position in the hills east of Marbella, roughly 5 km from the town and 4.1 km straight-line from El Alicate beach. Marinas, international schools and golf courses cluster to the southwest, while the motorway link to the left of the map connects towards Málaga and its airport. The Mediterranean, long associated with the Costa del Sol's appeal, lies a short drive downhill.
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Altos de los Monteros occupies the hills immediately east of Marbella, one of the Costa del Sol's established premium residential zones. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, is the anchor town at about 5 km straight-line, while Málaga, the regional capital with about 579,000 inhabitants and the international airport, lies some 43 km away. This positioning places the property close to Marbella's services and lifestyle while retaining a quieter, elevated setting away from the coastal strip's density. Within the region's hierarchy, the area sits between Marbella centre's urban convenience and the more rural municipalities further inland.
Key distances are straight-line measurements, so actual travel by road is longer. The nearest beach, El Alicate, lies 4.1 km away, with Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.2 km. Marbella centre is about 5 km as the crow flies, or roughly 11 minutes by car according to the seller's information. Marinas such as Marina Marbella (3.8 km) and Marina la Bajadilla (3.9 km) cluster near the town. For air travel, Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 34 km away in a straight line, with Gibraltar Airport at about 62 km as a secondary option. Golf is well represented: Greenlife Golf (5.4–5.7 km) and Santa María Golf & Country Club (6.3 km) are the closest courses. Sports facilities include Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima at 3.9 km and Supera Miraflores at 4.8 km. An EV charging point, the Marbella Supercharger, is 8.2 km away. Access by car is the practical norm; the motorway link makes regional movement straightforward.
| Beach Distance | 4.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 62 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Altos de los Monteros lies at about 163 metres above sea level, giving the area elevation, sea views and a moderate gradient of around 4% down towards the coast. The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 18.3°C, typical of the western Costa del Sol, with mild winters and warm summers moderated by the sea breeze. The swimming season in open water lasts about four months, during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or higher. Outside that window, the community's heated indoor pool extends swimming options through the cooler months. The south-facing orientation of the living room and terrace maximises sunlight hours, particularly between late morning and late afternoon. The hillside position between the coast and the hills behind, with the Mirador de Ojén viewpoint 4.3 km away, places both beach and natural scenery within a short drive.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beaches are El Alicate at 4.1 km straight-line and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.2 km, both reachable within a short drive via the coastal road. The seller's description also mentions Marbella's beach clubs within roughly six minutes by car. Beach visits require a vehicle or a bus connection; the apartment is not a walk-to-the-shore property. Golf forms a second recreational pillar. Greenlife Golf Marbella and its driving range sit between 5.4 and 5.7 km away, while Santa María Golf & Country Club lies at 6.3 km, a concentration typical of the Marbella-East corridor. For other sports, public facilities including a rhythmic gymnastics pavilion (4.4 km) and the Supera Miraflores centre (4.8 km) are within reach. Within the resort itself, recreation is anchored by the indoor and outdoor pools, jacuzzi, sauna, massage rooms and gym, meaning much of the leisure offer is available without leaving the community grounds.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 61 mm |
| February | 12.9°C | 38 mm |
| March | 14.0°C | 130 mm |
| April | 15.8°C | 58 mm |
| May | 19.0°C | 23 mm |
| June | 22.7°C | 6 mm |
| July | 25.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.0°C | 24 mm |
| October | 19.7°C | 71 mm |
| November | 15.4°C | 77 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 64 mm |
Moderate
Ref: VL521264
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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