This key-ready penthouse is located in Cabopino, in the municipality of Málaga on the Costa del Sol. The property offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms and 137 m² of built living space, complemented by a 124 m² wrap-around terrace with open sea views. Completed in 2003, the home forms part of a residential complex with a communal swimming pool, lift and underground parking. The asking price is fixed at €695,000. Cabopino sits between Marbella, roughly 13 km away as the crow flies, and Fuengirola, with Málaga Airport approximately 30 minutes away by car.
Within the Costa del Sol market, this penthouse competes on view, terrace size and location rather than on price per square metre. Nearby new-build projects advertise from prices: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those developments are typically apartments of smaller dimensions, often without comparable outdoor space, and in locations further from Marbella. At €695,000 for 137 m² plus a 124 m² terrace, this property prices at roughly €5,070 per m² of built area, with the terrace effectively delivered at no additional charge in that calculation, an important distinction when comparing with new-build price lists that quote smaller units. The resale market context matters: with about 4,743 housing transactions per year in the wider zone and a tourism infrastructure of 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds, Cabopino combines established demand with a limited supply of top-floor units with sea views. Compared with Marbella town 13 km west, prices here sit below the Marbella golden mile while retaining the same coastal orientation and a quieter, low-rise environment. Compared with Fuengirola to the east, the area offers less urban density and fewer services within walking distance, which is the trade-off for tranquillity. Buyers weighing this property against new builds should also consider the age factor: a 2003 construction carries different maintenance expectations than a 2024-2026 delivery, and the absence of a developer warranty places more weight on a technical survey.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The penthouse stands in the Cabopino, Artola area, a residential zone on the coast east of Marbella. Puerto Cabopino marina lies about 3.3 km away in a straight line, and the nearest beach, La Luna-Royale, is 2.5 km as the crow flies. Golf courses including Cabopino golf and El Soto Golf are within roughly 2.6 km. Marbella is 13 km distant and Málaga 39 km, straight-line figures.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably, with an ensuite bathroom, fitted wardrobes and a fully fitted kitchen. The open-plan lounge and dining area opens onto the wrap-around terrace, oriented to the south. Communal facilities include a swimming pool and garden, while the lift and underground parking simplify daily arrivals. Air conditioning provides hot and cold climate control year-round.
This is a resale property completed in 2003 and described as being in good condition. It is key-ready, meaning no construction phase or waiting period applies. Purchase means taking ownership of an existing home with its current finishing, marble flooring, double glazing and installed utilities of electricity and drinkable water.
The property has two bedrooms and 137 m² of living space, which limits capacity for larger households. There is no private pool; the swimming pool is communal. The nearest beach is 2.5 km away as the crow flies, and the route descends at a gradient of about 7.9%, described as steep, which makes walking back up demanding. Furniture is optional rather than included by default.
This penthouse fits a buyer who values outdoor space and a sea view above interior volume. A couple seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol with manageable living costs would find the two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout practical, particularly given the ensuite arrangement and the lift access. A buyer looking for a holiday home benefits from the key-ready status: there is no completion date to wait for, and the property can be used immediately after purchase. The 124 m² terrace and south orientation suit buyers who plan to spend much of the year outdoors. The location also suits golf players, with Cabopino golf, El Soto Golf and a par-3 course all within about 2.6 km straight-line. Investors should note the fixed asking price of €695,000 against regional resale activity; rental demand in Cabopino is supported by 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds in the surrounding tourism zone, indicating a seasonal visitor economy. The property is less suitable for buyers who want to walk to the beach daily without effort, given the 2.5 km distance and the steep return climb, and for larger families needing more than two bedrooms.
The property dates from 2003 and is described as being in good condition. Interior finishes include marble flooring throughout, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and double glazing, which reduces outside noise and improves thermal performance. Climate control consists of air conditioning units providing both hot and cold air, allowing year-round temperature management without a separate heating system. The kitchen is fully fitted, and one bathroom serves as an ensuite to the principal bedroom. The terrace is partially covered, which extends its usable hours during the hottest part of the day and provides shelter in winter. As a resale built in 2003, buyers should expect construction standards of that period rather than current new-build regulations; an independent technical survey can establish the actual condition of installations such as plumbing and electrics. The communal parts, including the swimming pool, garden and lift, are maintained collectively, and the underground parking protects the vehicle from sun and heat. Utilities of electricity and drinkable water are connected and in use. The private storage room adds practical space for seasonal items such as terrace furniture, which the listing photographs confirm is currently used for that purpose.
The asking price is €695,000, fixed, for the complete property including the underground parking space and private storage room. The price reflects an existing home built in 2003 with 137 m² of living space and a 124 m² terrace. Furniture is optional and can be negotiated separately. As a resale in an established area, the property competes with nearby new-build developments that advertise from prices between €205,000 in Mijas and €321,000 in Estepona, though those projects differ in type, size and view. Transaction volumes in the wider area, at roughly 4,743 housing sales per year, indicate an active resale market.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around the terrace and the view. With 124 m² of wrap-around outdoor space facing south, the property offers a substantial exterior area that in practice functions as an extension of the living accommodation. Morning through afternoon sun falls on the terrace, and the open sea view gives a constant visual connection to the coast. The interior, at 137 m², is arranged around an open-plan lounge and dining area, a fully fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is ensuite. Because this is a top-floor unit, there are no neighbours above, which reduces footfall noise from other apartments. The complex includes a lift, so access does not depend on stairs, and the communal pool provides a swimming option without private maintenance responsibilities. A private storage room and an underground parking space are included. In practical terms, this is a home suited to a couple or a small family, or to use as a holiday residence. The surrounding Cabopino, Artola area is residential and relatively quiet, with a steep slope between the urbanisation and the sea. Groceries and other daily services require a short drive; the immediate 2 km radius counts 19 restaurants, a pharmacy, a bank and two cafés, which points to a hospitality-oriented rather than a full-service neighbourhood. For routine shopping, residents typically drive to Calahonda or Marbella.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with a strong hospitality offer. Within a 2 km radius, the area counts 19 restaurants, two cafés, a pharmacy and a bank, reflecting a neighbourhood oriented towards dining and leisure rather than dense retail. Sports facilities are close: Finca Naundrup at 0.7 km, Club del Sol at 0.9 km and La Siesta Golf Club at 1.0 km, all straight-line distances. Beaches lie at 2.5 km, including La Luna-Royale Beach and the Calahonda stretches. The 7.9% gradient to the coast means most residents drive to the sea rather than walk. Education options are substantial at regional level, with 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools, and the English International College at 7.0 km serves international families. Healthcare is covered by five health centres in the wider area. Public transport exists, with four lines and 48 stops, and the Fuengirola train station is 9.3 km away, straight-line, connecting towards Málaga. In daily practice, a car remains the most practical mode of transport for shopping, beach visits and school runs.
The map shows the penthouse in its Cabopino setting: the coast at 2.5 km, Puerto Cabopino marina slightly further east, and the golf courses clustered within about 2.6 km. Marbella lies west along the shore, and the A-7 coastal motorway connects the area with Fuengirola and Málaga Airport. The elevated position explains the sea views from the terrace.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cabopino occupies the coastal strip between Marbella, 13 km to the west, and Calahonda and Fuengirola to the east. It is a small, marina-anchored enclave within the Málaga municipality zone, characterised by low-rise building and golf courses rather than high-density towers. Position-wise it places residents roughly 10 minutes by car from Marbella and 30 minutes from Málaga Airport, an equilibrium between resort-town proximity and residential quiet. Within the Costa del Sol as a whole, it sits in the central-eastern section, closer to Marbella than to the concrete-heavy zones of Torremolinos and Benalmádena.
Access by car is the dominant pattern. Málaga Airport lies roughly 27 km away as the crow flies, which the listing translates as approximately 30 minutes by car, making arrival and departure straightforward for international owners. Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at about 69 km straight-line. Marbella is 13 km away, approximately 10 minutes by car according to the listing, and Málaga city is 39 km straight-line. Beaches at 2.5 km and Puerto Cabopino marina at 3.3 km are short drives, though the steep gradient makes cycling or walking back demanding. Golf courses sit within 2.4 to 2.6 km. Public transport covers the area with four lines and 48 stops; the nearest train connection is Fuengirola station at 9.3 km straight-line. For owners without a car, taxis and the local bus network connect Cabopino with Marbella and Fuengirola, but frequency is limited compared with the cities.
| Beach Distance | 2.5 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 27 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 69 km |
| Fuengirola | 9.3 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The site sits at 209 m above sea level, which explains both the open sea views and the 7.9% slope towards the beach. The elevated position gives cooler evenings in summer compared with sea-level urbanisations. The regional climate records an average annual temperature of 17.8 °C, and the swimming season, defined by sea water at 20 °C or warmer, lasts about four months, concentrated in summer. This means sea swimming is a seasonal activity, while the terrace and pool remain usable for a longer period. La Cala de Mijas viewpoint at 3.8 km offers walks with coastal panoramas. The surrounding hills and golf courses provide green space close to the property. Rainfall is modest and concentrated outside the summer months, so outdoor living on the south-facing terrace is realistic for most of the year, with the covered section offering shelter on wetter winter days.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, La Luna-Royale and the Calahonda stretches, lie 2.5 km away as the crow flies. The Blue Flag beaches of Casablanca and El Cable are the closest certified beaches in the wider area, two in total, which guarantees water quality and services during the season. Puerto Cabopino, 3.3 km away, functions as a recreational hub with its harbour, beach clubs and restaurants, while the larger Fuengirola marina at 9.9 km offers a broader offer. Golf is a defining feature of the location: El Soto Golf at 2.4 km, a par-3 course at 2.6 km and Cabopino golf at 2.6 km, the latter described in the listing as a course with an academy. Sports centres at 0.7 to 1.0 km cover tennis and fitness. For a four-month swimming season in the sea, the communal pool extends water-based leisure from spring through autumn without travel.
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C | 60 mm |
| February | 12.6°C | 40 mm |
| March | 13.7°C | 125 mm |
| April | 15.5°C | 59 mm |
| May | 18.5°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.1°C | 7 mm |
| July | 24.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.3°C | 7 mm |
| September | 22.5°C | 26 mm |
| October | 19.3°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.1°C | 73 mm |
| December | 12.9°C | 64 mm |
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Ref: VL808821
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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