This four-bedroom duplex penthouse is situated in Altos de los Monteros, a residential hillside area east of Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 235 m² of living space across two levels, three bathrooms, four terraces with panoramic sea views and a private jacuzzi. Built in 2007 and delivered key-ready, it carries a fixed asking price of €1,950,000. The gated community includes 24-hour security, a swimming pool, gym and sauna. Marbella centre lies 5 km away as the crow flies, and Málaga Airport approximately 34 km.
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, roughly 4 km inland from El Alicate beach. Marbella is 5 km away in a straight line, providing access to its marinas, shops and services. The elevated position produces the panoramic coastal views for which the area is known, while the setting remains residential and relatively quiet.
The penthouse is arranged for households that need four bedrooms and generous outdoor space. Two bedrooms on the lower level have en-suite bathrooms, and the upper floor combines a master suite with a second bedroom reached through it, sharing a walk-in closet. Four terraces, a barbecue area and a private jacuzzi support extensive outdoor living.
This is an existing home, completed in 2007 and described as being in excellent condition. It is available immediately as a key-ready property, so there is no construction phase or waiting period. Any renovation or personalisation would be a matter for the buyer after purchase rather than part of a development schedule.
The property does not include a private pool; the swimming pool, gym and sauna are communal facilities. One bedroom is only accessible through the master bedroom, which limits its use as an independent room. The beach lies about 4 km away, so the home is not within walking distance of the sea. A car is required for daily errands.
This property matches several recognisable situations. A family needing four bedrooms with separated sleeping zones benefits from the two-level layout, where the lower floor can house guests or teenagers and the upper floor keeps younger children close to the parents' room. Households that prioritise outdoor living will use the four terraces across most of the year, given the region's climate and the south orientation of the main terrace. Buyers seeking a lock-and-leave second home may find the gated community with 24-hour security and enclosed parking relevant, as the property can stand empty for periods with reduced concern. Golf players are within reach of Greenlife Golf Marbella, Santa María Golf & Country Club and a driving range, all within roughly 6 km. Buyers who want daily walkability to the beach, shops and restaurants should weigh the distances: the nearest beach is about 4 km and daily amenities require a car. Those planning to renovated to personal taste should note the home is offered in excellent condition as a completed 2007 build, so the purchase is of a finished product rather than a project. Households needing four fully independent bedrooms should also account for the walk-through arrangement on the upper floor.
The penthouse was completed in 2007 and is presented in excellent condition, with a Scandinavian-style interior characterised by large panoramic windows, marble flooring and fitted wardrobes throughout. Climate control is addressed on several levels: air conditioning for warm months, underfloor heating across the living areas with dedicated underfloor heating in the bathrooms, and a fireplace for cooler periods. Double glazing supports both insulation and quietness. The kitchen is fully fitted, and the plan includes a utility room, which is a practical addition for a property of this size. The bathrooms are finished to a modern standard, and the photography shows glass shower enclosures and a bathroom with a sea view. Outdoor finishes include a covered terrace, a barbecue area and a private jacuzzi on the upper terrace. The building has a lift that connects directly from the closed garage to the penthouse level, which simplifies daily arrivals with shopping or luggage. Three parking spaces, two inside the closed garage, are included. As with any 2007 build, buyers are advised to have an independent technical survey confirm the current state of installations, including the underfloor heating circuits, air conditioning units and jacuzzi systems, since these components fall outside the community's responsibility.
The asking price is fixed at €1,950,000 for the complete property: 235 m² of living space, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, four terraces and three parking spaces, two of which are in a closed garage with direct lift access to the penthouse. Because this is an existing resale home rather than a new-build development with a price list, there is no range of unit types or tiered pricing; the price applies to this specific apartment in its current condition. Interested buyers should verify community fees, annual property tax and any applicable purchase costs separately, as these are not included in the stated price.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around its two-level layout and the terraces that surround it. The entrance level holds a large living room with panoramic glazing opening onto a south-facing terrace, a fitted kitchen with dining area, and a second large terrace equipped for outdoor dining with a barbecue and two seating areas. Two en-suite bedrooms and a guest bathroom complete this floor. The upper level contains the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a second bedroom accessed through it, a shared walk-in closet, and a terrace with a private jacuzzi positioned to retain the sea view even when seated. For a household, the split arrangement means the lower floor works for guests or older children, while the upper floor functions as a family zone. Altos de los Monteros itself is a low-density residential zone on the hillside above Marbella. The immediate surroundings include one restaurant within 2 km, so most shopping, dining and services involve a short drive towards Marbella or the coastal road. The area behind the complex offers hiking and mountain-bike trails, which extends the usable living space into the countryside. With a 4 km distance to El Alicate beach, a typical beach day involves a car trip of a few minutes. Marbella centre, 5 km as the crow flies, covers most practical needs, from supermarkets to healthcare. The community's 24-hour security and enclosed grounds shape the day-to-day atmosphere: quiet, controlled and oriented towards privacy rather than street life.
Altos de los Monteros occupies the hillside between Marbella and Elviria, at roughly 163 metres elevation with a moderate gradient of about 4% down to the coast. The environment is residential, with low building density and open countryside behind the complex, where hiking and mountain-bike trails begin practically at the doorstep. Within 2 km there is one restaurant; for everything else, residents drive. Marbella, 5 km as the crow flies, provides the full range of urban services: 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools are recorded in the broader area, along with five health centres. The English International College lies 4.6 km away and the British International School 6.9 km, both relevant to international families. Sports facilities within about 5 km include Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima, a rhythmic gymnastics pavilion and the Supera Miraflores centre. Public transport consists of 11 lines with 50 stops in the wider area, though the hillside location means most residents rely on a car. The area sits within a zone with 48 hotels and over 12,600 beds, reflecting the tourism economy of the Marbella coastline, but the elevated residential streets themselves remain quiet outside the immediate beach fronts.
The map shows the penthouse's elevated position above the Marbella coastline, roughly 4 km from the beaches of El Alicate and La Bajadilla. Note the cluster of marinas and golf courses within a 4 to 7 km radius, and the trail area rising directly behind the community towards the hills above the Costa del Sol.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Altos de los Monteros sits on the eastern approach to Marbella, 5 km from the town centre as the crow flies and 43 km from Málaga. This positions it in the established residential belt between Marbella and Elviria, closer to Marbella's services than to the newer developments further east in Estepona. Compared with the Costa del Sol as a whole, the location balances hillside privacy with practical access to the coast road, golf courses and the airport corridor towards Málaga. Algeciras, 70 km to the south-west, and Gibraltar, about 62 km, define the far edge of the region's reach.
The nearest beach, El Alicate, is 4.1 km away in a straight line, with Playa de la Bajadilla 4.2 km and the Marbella marinas between 3.8 and 4.0 km. Road distances are longer than these direct figures, so a car remains the primary mode of transport. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 34 km as the crow flies, a drive of roughly 34 minutes by car under normal conditions; Gibraltar Airport is about 62 km away. Golf facilities cluster between 5 and 7 km: Greenlife Golf Driving Range at 5.4 km, Greenlife Golf Marbella at 5.7 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 6.3 km. For electric vehicles, the Marbella Supercharger is 8.2 km away. Málaga city, with 579,076 inhabitants, is 43 km in a straight line and offers the region's main cultural and commercial infrastructure. Within the community itself, the closed garage with direct lift access simplifies coming and going, particularly during the busier summer months when coastal parking is under pressure.
| Beach Distance | 4.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 62 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records an average annual temperature of 18.3°C, consistent with the Mediterranean climate of the western Costa del Sol. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about four months, which places the main beach and pool period between roughly June and September. Elevation of 163 metres gives the penthouse its panoramic position above the coastline and contributes to airflow during warm months, while the south-facing orientation of the main terrace maximises sun exposure in winter. The gradient down to the beach is about 4%, moderate enough for walking parts of the route but not a practical daily walk of the full distance. Behind the complex, the hillside terrain opens into hiking and mountain-bike trails, giving residents direct access to natural surroundings without driving. The nearby Mirador de Ojén viewpoint, 4.3 km away, marks the transition towards the mountainous interior. The climate data supports year-round residence as well as seasonal use, with the fireplace and underfloor heating covering the cooler winter months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beaches are El Alicate at 4.1 km and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.2 km in a straight line, both on the sandy stretch between Marbella and Elviria. The three Marbella marinas, Marina Marbella at 3.8 km, Marina la Bajadilla at 3.9 km and Puerto Pesquero at 4.0 km, offer moorings, waterfront dining and departure points for boat trips. Golf is a central recreation option here: Greenlife Golf Driving Range (5.4 km), Greenlife Golf Marbella (5.7 km) and Santa María Golf & Country Club (6.3 km) sit within a short radius, allowing regular play without long drives. For structured sport, the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima is 3.9 km away, with a gymnastics pavilion at 4.4 km and the Supera Miraflores centre at 4.8 km. Within the community, the communal pool, gym and sauna provide daily recreation on site, and the barbecue terrace and jacuzzi extend outdoor leisure into the private domain. The trail network behind the complex adds hiking and mountain biking to the available options, unusual in its directness for a coastal property.
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: VL445422
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
At €1,950,000 for 235 m², this penthouse occupies a different segment of the Costa del Sol market than the current new-build comparables in the region. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000, all entry-level pricing for smaller units in high-volume developments. Those projects appeal to buyers entering the market or seeking rental-oriented investments on the eastern and western flanks of the coast. This property, by contrast, is a single existing home in an established 2007 community in Altos de los Monteros, one of the more established hillside zones adjacent to Marbella. The price reflects the combination of size, four terraces, panoramic elevation and a location 5 km from Marbella centre. Locationally, the property trades beach proximity, 4.1 km to El Alicate, for views, quiet and trail access directly behind the complex, a profile typical of the Altos de los Monteros ridge. Buyers comparing options should weigh this against seafront apartments in Marbella itself or new-build developments in Estepona, which offer modern specifications and developer payment structures but rarely this amount of private outdoor space per property. The resale market context also differs: the area records around 4,399 housing transactions per year and 48 hotels with over 12,600 beds, indicating an active, tourism-linked market where established homes in secured communities form a distinct niche between new-build volume product and individual villas.
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