This south-facing triplex penthouse is situated in a gated community in Altos de los Monteros, on the eastern side of Marbella. The property offers 249 m² of living space spread across three levels, with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and six terraces, two of which are covered. Built in 2009 and first occupied in May 2019, the home is delivered key-ready with a covered parking space, storage room and air conditioning. The asking price is fixed at €795,000. Sea, mountain and panoramic views are part of the setting, at approximately 163 metres above sea level.
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this penthouse occupies the established, mid-to-upper resale segment of Marbella East. The fixed price of €795,000 for 249 m² of living space translates to roughly €3,200 per square metre, with the layout, six terraces and hillside views as the differentiating features. Set against current new-build offerings, the comparison is instructive. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. These entry prices are considerably lower, but they concern smaller units in locations further from Marbella's amenity base: Torre del Mar and Estepona lie on the eastern and western flanks of the coast respectively, while Mijas sits between Fuengirola and Benalmádena. What this property offers instead is immediacy, a completed, key-ready home within a 5 km direct distance of Marbella centre, close to three golf facilities between 5.4 and 6.3 km and the marinas at roughly 4 km. The regional market shows consistent activity, with 4,399 housing transactions per year, and tourism infrastructure of 48 hotels and 12,606 beds supports the seasonal rental demand relevant to investors. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives are effectively choosing between a finished home in a mature location with known surroundings, and off-plan or newly completed units elsewhere at lower entry prices but with longer delivery timelines and less established settings. The trade-off also involves outdoor space: few new-build apartments in this price bracket include six terraces and a three-level layout, whereas buyers prioritising a private pool or garden would need to look at villa segments further up the price range. Median provincial income of €16,450 per year provides context for the local economy, in which international buyers form a distinct segment of the housing market in Marbella East.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Altos de los Monteros is a residential hillside area east of Marbella centre, which lies about 5 km away as the crow flies. The nearest beach, El Alicate, is 4.1 km in a straight line, with a moderate gradient of roughly 4% between the complex and the coast. Málaga city is 43 km away and its airport approximately 34 km by direct distance.
The layout serves households needing generous space: four bedrooms, three bathrooms and six terraces across three floors. The master bedroom occupies its own level with an en-suite bathroom and south-facing terrace. A fitted kitchen, utility room, pantry, storage room and covered parking are included, alongside a communal pool within the gated complex.
This is an existing home, not a new-build development. The complex was completed in 2009, but this particular unit was first occupied in May 2019, so interior wear is limited. The construction status is key-ready, meaning the property can be transferred in its current finished state. Completion dates and transfer timelines remain indicative.
The property does not offer a private pool; swimming facilities are communal. There is no private garden, and outdoor space consists of terraces rather than grounds. The location is hillside, so daily trips to the coast involve driving. Only one restaurant is registered within 2 km, so everyday shopping and dining require travel to Marbella or nearby districts.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Marbella area for work or schooling may value the four bedrooms, three bathrooms and the proximity of international schools such as the English International College at 4.6 km and the British International School at 6.9 km as the crow flies. Households planning year-round residence benefit from the fitted kitchen, utility room, storage, hot-and-cold air conditioning and the lift in the building. Buyers seeking a second home with strong seasonal use will find the six terraces, south orientation and communal pool suited to extended summer stays, with a swimming season of about four months at water temperatures of 20°C or above. Investors considering the rental market can note the area's tourism infrastructure of 48 hotels and 12,606 beds, which indicates established demand for accommodation in the region. The property is less self-evident for buyers who want to walk to the beach, shops and restaurants daily: the hillside position and the limited amenities within 2 km mean a car is needed for most errands. It also does not suit those looking for a private pool or garden, since outdoor space consists of terraces and communal facilities. The triplex layout, with stairs connecting the three levels, is a further consideration for households with reduced mobility, although the lift provides access to each floor.
The complex dates from 2009, and this unit was first occupied in May 2019, which means the interior has seen limited use since completion. The property is listed in excellent condition. The kitchen is fully fitted and connected to a utility terrace, with a separate pantry and utility room adding storage capacity beyond the standard layout. Each bedroom includes fitted wardrobes. Climate control is provided through air conditioning with both hot and cold functions, and WiFi infrastructure is present. The six terraces are a structural feature of the finish: two are covered and one has a pergola, giving shaded and exposed outdoor areas on both south and north sides of the building. The ground floor combines a living-dining room with a covered porch, while the bedroom terraces on the upper floors are open-air. A lift serves the building, and the property includes a covered parking space and a storage room. The communal areas, including the pool visible in the complex photography, are maintained through the community structure, with corresponding community fees that apply alongside local taxes such as IBI and the basura waste charge. As with any resale purchase, buyers typically commission a technical survey to verify the current state of installations, as construction dates from 2009. No energy label or cadastral details are reproduced here; these are available through the formal documentation process.
The asking price for this penthouse is fixed at €795,000. This is an existing, key-ready home rather than a new-build development with a price list, so no from-price applies. For context, the property offers 249 m² of living space, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, six terraces, a covered parking space and a storage room. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the Costa del Sol, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), start at considerably lower entry prices, generally for smaller units in different locations. Availability depends on the current status of the sale process; delivery timelines are indicative.
Daily life in this triplex revolves around its vertical layout and the Mediterranean climate. Mornings can begin on one of the south-facing terraces, which receive sun for most of the day, while the north-facing terraces offer shade during the hottest hours. The living-dining room opens onto a covered porch, extending the ground floor outside in summer. The utility terrace beside the kitchen is a practical spot for drying laundry without disturbing the main outdoor areas. Each bedroom has direct terrace access, so all four rooms benefit from daylight and exterior space. The master bedroom occupies the entire third floor, creating a degree of separation between the principal suite and the other bedrooms. Because the complex sits at about 163 metres elevation, the gradient towards El Alicate beach is moderate at roughly 4%, meaning a car is the practical choice for coastal trips, shopping and schools. The gated community with communal pool sets a residential rhythm: quiet outside the summer months, more activity during the holiday season when the 48 hotels and 12,606 tourist beds in the wider area fill up. With Marbella centre only 5 km away as the crow flies, evenings out, marinas at 3.8 to 4 km and several golf courses within 6 km remain within short driving range. Air conditioning provides hot and cold climate control year-round, and the lift within the complex makes the three levels accessible without using the stairs each time.
Altos de los Monteros sits on the elevated ground between Marbella and the coastline, roughly 4 km inland from the beaches of El Alicate (4.1 km) and Playa de la Bajadilla (4.2 km), measured in a straight line. Road distances are longer, and the moderate 4% gradient means most residents drive to the coast. Marbella centre, 5 km away as the crow flies, provides the full urban programme: 41 primary schools, 28 secondary schools, five health centres and a wide range of shops and restaurants. The immediate surroundings within 2 km are quiet, with one registered restaurant, which shapes the area as residential rather than commercial. Sports facilities are clustered at 4 to 5 km, including the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima at 3.9 km and Supera Miraflores at 4.8 km, all straight-line distances. Three marinas lie within about 4 km: Marina Marbella, Marina la Bajadilla and Puerto Pesquero. Public transport in the area consists of 11 lines with 50 stops, offering an alternative to the car for some routes, though coverage on the hillside itself is typically thinner than along the coastal road. With 4,399 housing transactions per year in the region, the local market shows steady turnover, which matters for future resale considerations.
The map shows the property in its hillside setting in Altos de los Monteros, east of Marbella. Marbella centre lies about 5 km to the west as the crow flies, the beaches of El Alicate around 4 km south, and the golf corridor of Marbella East within 6 km. All distances shown are straight-line; actual road routes are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Altos de los Monteros occupies the elevated band between Marbella East and the coastal road, roughly 5 km as the crow flies from Marbella centre and 43 km from Málaga city. Within the Costa del Sol, this positions the property in the established residential segment east of Marbella, closer to the town's amenities than the new-build developments of Estepona or Torre del Mar, yet noticeably quieter than the frontline strips. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, functions as the local urban centre, while Málaga, at about 579,000 inhabitants, provides the regional capital's cultural and transport infrastructure. The position combines hillside seclusion with a driving distance to the coast of only a few minutes.
By car, the property connects to Marbella centre within a short drive and to Málaga city, 43 km away as the crow flies, via the coastal A-7 motorway corridor. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies approximately 34 km in direct distance, making flights to and from northern Europe a practical part of life here; Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is about 62 km away as the crow flies. Beach access is straightforward by car: El Alicate at 4.1 km and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.2 km straight-line, with the moderate hillside gradient. Golfers can reach 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, all direct distances. Electric-vehicle owners can use the Marbella Supercharger at 8.2 km. For daily provisions, the limited amenities within 2 km mean shopping trips generally head to Marbella or the commercial areas along the coast road. Public transport, 11 lines and 50 stops, covers the wider area, though a car remains the most practical mode from this hillside address.
| Beach Distance | 4.1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 62 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a temperate Mediterranean regime: an average annual temperature of 18.3°C and a swimming season of about four months during which sea water stays at or above 20°C. At 163 metres above sea level, the property sits high enough for panoramic views over the coast and towards the mountains, while remaining within easy reach of the shore. The moderate 4% gradient between the complex and the beach reflects this hillside position: cooler breezes and wider vistas in exchange for a short drive to the sand. The surrounding landscape combines hillside vegetation with views over sea, mountains and countryside, and the Mirador de Ojén viewpoint at 4.3 km straight-line distance marks the nearby natural transition towards the Sierra. Rainfall is concentrated outside the summer months, so the south-facing terraces are usable for most of the year, with the covered terraces and pergola providing shade and shelter in the hotter and wetter periods respectively. Local public holidays, 32 per year, structure the regional calendar.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches are El Alicate at 4.1 km and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.2 km, measured as the crow flies, both within a short drive down the hillside. Marbella's coastline includes a series of managed beaches with the full range of services typical of the Costa del Sol, from chiringuitos to water sports. Recreational options inland are dominated by golf: three courses or facilities, Greenlife Golf Driving Range, Greenlife Golf Marbella and Santa María Golf & Country Club, lie between 5.4 and 6.3 km in direct distance, placing the property within easy reach of the golf corridor east of Marbella. The three nearby marinas at 3.8 to 4.0 km offer mooring-related activities and waterfront dining. For indoor and organised sport, the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (3.9 km), Pabellón de Gimnasia Rítmica (4.4 km) and Supera Miraflores (4.8 km) provide municipal facilities. Hiking and viewpoint walks begin close by, with the Mirador de Ojén at 4.3 km straight-line distance overlooking the valley towards the Sierra de las Nieves.
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: VL800685
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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