This three-bedroom apartment of 211 m² is located in Altos de los Monteros, a residential hillside area east of Marbella at approximately 190 metres above sea level. The property forms part of a gated community with communal pools, a gym, a spa and a co-working space. Situated roughly four kilometres from the nearest beach, the location combines elevated sea views with access to Marbella's amenities. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies about 34 kilometres away. The apartment has a southwest orientation, underfloor heating, air conditioning, private parking and a storage room.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Altos de los Monteros sits on the slopes of the Sierra de las Apretadas above the coastal strip between Marbella and Elviria. The nearest beach, El Alicate, is about four kilometres away by road. A supermarket is 2.1 km distant and a hospital 2.2 km. The elevated position provides sea and mountain views, with a moderate slope of roughly 4.8% towards the coast.
The apartment offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large southwest-facing terrace, suited to households seeking space for seasonal or year-round residence. Communal facilities include two swimming pools, a gym, a sauna and a co-working space. A lift, fitted wardrobes, double glazing, private parking and a storage room cover daily practical requirements. Underfloor heating and air conditioning provide year-round climate control.
The property is described as new construction in excellent condition and is completed and ready for occupation. The listed delivery date of 1970 relates to the land registry record and is indicative only; the building itself is recent. As a completed development, buyers can inspect the finished apartment and communal facilities before purchase, eliminating off-plan construction risk.
The property does not include a private pool; swimming facilities are communal. There is no private garden, only communal grounds. The development is not beachfront: reaching the sea requires a drive of roughly four kilometres, partly uphill on the return. The location is not walkable to daily amenities; a car is practical for most errands. No on-site EV charging point is listed within the community.
Ref: VL286557
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. A household relocating to the Marbella area year-round benefits from the proximity to a hospital (2.2 km), international schools such as the English International College (4.5 km) and the British International School (7.1 km), and the climate control suited to both winter and summer use. Buyers seeking a second home with extended summer stays will find the southwest terrace, communal pools and four-month swim season align with seasonal use, while the gated setting addresses security during absences. Remote workers can use the on-site co-working space, avoiding a daily commute. The property suits households that value space and views over walkability: someone wanting to step directly onto a beach promenade would find the four-kilometre distance a compromise, whereas someone content with a quiet hillside base near golf courses (Greenlife Golf 5.3–5.6 km, Santa María Golf 6.2 km) would find the location practical. It is less suited to buyers without a car or those seeking a private pool and private garden. The 211 m² layout with three bedrooms accommodates families or visiting guests, and the storage room and parking add practicality for permanent residence.
The listed specifications indicate a contemporary finish level. Underfloor heating throughout is a notable feature for the Costa del Sol market, where many apartments rely on air conditioning alone; combined with the listed air conditioning, it allows full-year temperature control in a climate averaging 18.3°C annually. Double glazing supports both thermal and acoustic insulation. The kitchen, based on the available imagery, includes an island and a separate laundry area, indicating a fitted rather than basic specification. An ensuite bathroom serves the principal bedroom, with fitted wardrobes throughout. The building includes a lift, relevant given the first-floor position. The condition is listed as new construction and excellent. Buyers should nonetheless verify independently: the exact energy efficiency certificate rating, the warranty periods applicable to a recent build (ten years structural under Spanish law, plus shorter guarantees on installations and finishes), and the make and model of the heating and cooling systems. Community facilities, gym, spa, sauna and two pools, are part of the shared development; their maintenance standard and cost are reflected in the community fees, which should be requested before purchase. Private parking and a storage room are included in the listing.
The property is listed at €850,000, which equates to roughly €4,030 per m² of built area for 211 m² with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This positions the apartment above newer developments in Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona, where comparable new-build apartments start between €205,000 and €269,950, though those are generally smaller units in less elevated settings. The price reflects the Altos de los Monteros location, the sea views and the scale of the accommodation. Buyers should verify with the selling agent whether parking and storage are included in the stated price and what annual community fees apply, given the communal spa, gym and pool facilities.
Daily life at this apartment is shaped by its elevated, residential setting. Altos de los Monteros is a low-density neighbourhood of villas and apartment complexes on the hillside above the N-340 coastal road. Mornings and evenings on the southwest terrace follow the sun's arc: the orientation delivers afternoon and evening light, with views over the Mediterranean towards Africa on clear days and the green slopes of the coastal mountains behind. The terrace, given the 211 m² overall footprint, functions as an extended living room for much of the year, supported by the region's roughly 3,848 annual sunshine hours. Day-to-day routines involve short drives: the nearest supermarket is 2.1 km away and a hospital 2.2 km, both reachable within about five minutes. Beach trips to El Alicate or Playa de la Bajadilla take under ten minutes by car, with the return journey climbing a moderate slope of roughly 4.8%. Public transport exists, 11 lines and 50 stops serve the wider area, but the hillside position makes a car the practical choice for most households. The area remains quiet outside the summer months. Tourism pressure is concentrated on the coast itself; Altos de los Monteros retains a residential character year-round. The communal facilities, two pools, gym, sauna and co-working space, reduce dependence on external amenities for exercise and work. Eleven bus lines connect towards Marbella centre, roughly ten kilometres west, where a fuller range of shops, restaurants and services is available.
Altos de los Monteros occupies the hillside between the Río Real and Los Monteros beach areas, roughly ten kilometres east of Marbella centre and a similar distance west of Elviria. The immediate environment is residential: detached villas, low-rise apartment buildings and patches of Mediterranean scrub on the lower slopes of the coastal mountains. Roads connect down to the N-340 and the A-7 motorway, giving access along the coast in both directions. Daily services cluster within a two-to-three kilometre radius: supermarket at 2.1 km, pharmacy at 3.4 km and a hospital at 2.2 km. Sports facilities in the wider area include the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (4.1 km) and several golf clubs within six kilometres. The area records 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 tourist beds in its surroundings, but this activity is concentrated on the coastal strip; the hillside itself remains largely residential. Marinas at Marbella (4.0–4.2 km) provide mooring and waterfront dining options. Public transport comprises 11 lines with 50 stops in the area, though service frequency on hillside routes is limited compared with the coastal corridor.
The map shows the property's position on the hillside above Marbella's eastern beaches, roughly four kilometres inland from El Alicate. Markers indicate the nearest supermarket and hospital, the surrounding golf courses, the marinas of Marbella and the road connections towards the town centre and the A-7 motorway.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Altos de los Monteros sits in the eastern Marbella belt, between the Los Monteros beach district and Elviria. Marbella centre lies roughly ten kilometres west; Estepona is a further 30 minutes beyond that. To the east, Cabopino, Calahonda and Fuengirola follow in sequence along the coast. The area is characterised by villa neighbourhoods and hillside apartment buildings rather than high-density tourism. Ojén, the nearest inland white village, sits a short drive into the hills. The position balances coastal access with a quieter, elevated residential character.
Distances from the property: El Alicate beach 4.0 km; Playa de la Bajadilla 4.4 km; Playa de la Artola (Cabopino) 7.0 km. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 34 km straight-line, typically a 35–45 minute drive; Gibraltar Airport is roughly 62 km. Golf: Greenlife Golf Driving Range 5.3 km, Greenlife Golf Marbella 5.6 km, Santa María Golf & Country Club 6.2 km. Healthcare: hospital 2.2 km; pharmacy 3.4 km. Shopping: supermarket 2.1 km. The nearest EV charging point is 4.4 km away, with a Tesla Supercharger in Marbella at 8.4 km. An EV charger is therefore not available at the property itself based on the listed data. A car covers all of these distances within five to ten minutes.
| Beach Distance | 4.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 62 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 18.3°C with monthly averages ranging from 11°C in winter to 25°C in summer, and approximately 3,848 sunshine hours per year. The swim season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about four months, realistically June through September. The property sits at 190 metres above sea level on a slope of roughly 4.8% toward the coast. This elevation moderates summer heat slightly compared with the shoreline and underpins the panoramic sea and mountain views. The setting bordering undeveloped hillside gives direct access to walking terrain, with the Mirador de Ojén viewpoint 4.3 km away. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half-year; winters are mild by northern European standards but underfloor heating, installed throughout, addresses the cooler months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches are El Alicate (4.0 km) and Playa de la Bajadilla (4.4 km), both within the Marbella municipality, with Playa de la Artola at Cabopino (7.0 km) offering dunes and a more natural setting. The wider Marbella coastline holds multiple Blue Flag beaches, and beach chiringuitos operate along the entire stretch. Golf is a defining recreation option here: three courses lie within 6.2 km (Greenlife Golf Driving Range, Greenlife Golf Marbella, Santa María Golf & Country Club). Marinas at Marina Marbella, Marina la Bajadilla and Puerto Pesquero (4.0–4.2 km) provide waterfront activity. Indoor sports are available at Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (4.1 km), Pabellón de Gimnasia Rítmica (4.6 km) and Supera Miraflores (5.0 km). Within the community itself, residents have two pools, a gym and a sauna.
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 |
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Within the eastern Marbella market, this apartment's €850,000 asking price, roughly €4,030 per m², reflects the premium that Altos de los Monteros commands relative to new-build developments elsewhere on the Costa del Sol. Comparable projects listed include Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000). These are entry prices for smaller units; per-metre-squared, the gap narrows, but the structural difference is location: Torre del Mar and eastern Mijas are more affordable, less internationally oriented markets with cooler coastal waters, while Estepona offers newer large-scale developments further from Malaga airport. What the Altos de los Monteros position provides is a combination rarely found at lower price points: elevation with sea views at 190 metres, proximity to Marbella's services (hospital 2.2 km, three golf courses within 6.2 km, international schools within 7.1 km) and a low-density residential character. The trade-offs are equally concrete: a car is necessary for nearly all errands, the beach is four kilometres away rather than at the doorstep, and community fees for the spa and gym facilities will exceed those of simpler developments. Buyers comparing this property against frontline beach apartments in Marbella should note that frontline units at similar sizes typically command substantially higher prices, while units in Fuengirola or Mijas Costa offer walkability at the cost of density and views. The local market context, 4,743 property transactions recorded in the wider area and a provincial median income of €16,450, indicates a market driven substantially by international buyers rather than domestic purchasing power. For the Mediterranean lifestyle buyer weighing sunshine hours, golf access and a gated community, this location competes directly with Elviria and Los Monteros itself; for value-focused buyers, the eastern Costa del Sol alternatives remain considerably cheaper but structurally different products.
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