This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom elevated ground-floor corner apartment is located in Elviria, in the Marbella East area of the Costa del Sol. The home measures 117 m² and was completed in 2003, now offered key-ready with a fixed asking price of €449,000. It forms part of a small, well-maintained community with three communal swimming pools. A generous terrace with a glass-enclosed winter garden extends the living space outdoors, and the southwest orientation provides natural light throughout the afternoon. A private storage room and underground parking space are included.
Within the Marbella East housing market, Elviria occupies a specific niche: an established, green residential area with local services, positioned between the high-end villa zones of Santa Clara and Los Monteros and the more touristic strips towards Calahonda. With 4,743 housing transactions per year recorded in the wider market area, liquidity in this part of the coast is substantial, which matters for buyers considering future resale. The €449,000 asking price for 117 m² translates to roughly €3,800 per square metre, which sits below the price levels of frontline-beach developments in central Marbella but above inland alternatives. Compared with the new-build projects listed as comparables, the picture shifts: Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts at €205,000 and Aquamar in Torre del Mar at €269,950, but both are further from Marbella and its service network. Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts at €321,000, closer in price but on the western side of the coast, roughly 45 minutes further from Málaga airport by road. What the Elviria apartment offers in exchange for its price is location maturity: established vegetation, schools including the English International College at 0.8 km, a permanent residential population, and short distances to both golf and beach infrastructure. What it does not offer is new-build energy performance, modern floor plans or developer payment terms. Buyers weighing this property against new construction should therefore compare not only price per square metre but also the age of installations, community fees for a 2003 building, and the value they place on the Marbella East address itself.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Elviria sits about 6 km from Marbella's old town and forms the centre of Marbella East. The area is a low-density residential zone with native pine trees and cork oaks, where villas alternate with low-rise apartment complexes. Daily amenities such as supermarkets, restaurants, banks and schools are concentrated locally, so most errands do not require a trip into Marbella itself.
The apartment is set up for year-round residential use: air conditioning for hot and cold periods, a fireplace, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, and a glass-enclosed winter garden that makes the terrace usable beyond the summer months. Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms suit a couple, a small family, or two-sharing holiday use. Underground parking and a storage room cover the practical side of coastal living.
This is not a new-build project. The property was completed in 2003 and is now more than twenty years old, described by the seller as being in good condition and key-ready. Buyers should expect the finishes, layout and installations of an early-2000s development rather than current new-build standards. A technical inspection remains advisable before purchase, as with any resale home.
The property has no private pool; swimming facilities are communal, shared with the community's three pools. There is no private garden belonging to the apartment, and the home offers two bedrooms, which limits its suitability for larger households. It is an apartment within a community, so residents follow community rules and pay community fees. No information is available on sea views or direct beach access from the property.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a lock-up-and-leave second home benefits from the enclosed winter garden, which reduces maintenance concerns, and from underground parking. Retirees wanting year-round comfort will find underfloor heating in the bathrooms, hot and cold air conditioning, and a fireplace relevant during the cooler winter months. Families with one or two children can use the local schools within 2 km and the communal pools in summer. Golf players value the short distance to three golf facilities, all under 2 km away. Buyers who prioritise walking to the beach should note that the nearest sand at El Alicate is about 2 km as the crow flies, meaning daily use of the sea usually involves a short drive. Households needing three or more bedrooms, a private pool or a private garden will not find those features here. Finally, buyers who specifically want new construction with modern energy performance should consider the resale character of a 2003 building and factor in a technical survey before deciding.
The home was completed in 2003, and its condition is described by the seller as good, with photography showing a granite worktop in the kitchen, a bathroom with double sinks, and a living room with fireplace and glass walls opening onto the terrace. The climate installations are comparatively complete for a property of this age: air conditioning with both hot and cold functions, a fireplace for winter evenings, and underfloor heating in the bathrooms. The glass-enclosed winter garden on the terrace is a practical addition, extending usable outdoor space into spring and autumn and shielding furniture from wind and dust. As a corner unit on an elevated ground floor, the apartment receives light from multiple sides and avoids the darkness sometimes associated with ground-floor positions. Buyers should nevertheless assess the building's overall state, a 2003 construction of more than twenty years old may have ageing pipes, original windows or an older community installation, none of which is documented in the available data. The community itself is described as small and well kept, with three swimming pools, which generally indicates an active community administration. A purchase in this segment is best accompanied by an independent technical survey to verify the actual state of installations and finishes beyond the photographic impression.
The apartment is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €449,000, not a starting price. It provides 117 m² of living space with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms plus a guest toilet, a terrace with winter garden, underground parking and a storage room. For context, new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start lower: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. The asking price here reflects Elviria's position as an established Marbella East address rather than a new-build price structure. Availability is immediate, as the property is key-ready.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around a simple rhythm: mornings on the terrace, which catches light from the southwest, and afternoons either at one of the three communal pools or a short drive towards the coast. El Alicate beach lies about 2 km away as the crow flies, so the sea is reachable by car or bicycle within minutes, though not on foot for most residents. The neighbourhood itself is green and low-density, with pine trees and cork oaks giving the streets a sheltered, residential character rather than a resort atmosphere. Shopping, restaurants and everyday services are available within Elviria, including a supermarket cluster and a range of cafés and bars, so the weekly routine does not depend on Marbella centre. For households with children, three schools sit within 2 km, and the English International College is 0.8 km away. Golf plays a visible role in the area: Greenlife Golf lies 0.9 km away, with a driving range at 1.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 1.9 km. Out of season, Elviria remains a lived-in area with a permanent population, which means restaurants and services stay open year-round rather than closing after summer.
Elviria functions as the service centre of Marbella East. Within 2 km of the property, the count includes 29 restaurants, 9 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 3 schools and a bank, which covers most daily needs without longer journeys. Marbella's old town lies about 6 km away by road, with the straight-line distance to the city recorded at 9 km, and offers the full range of a city of nearly 148,000 inhabitants. Málaga, with around 579,000 inhabitants, is 41 km away in a straight line and reachable via the A-7 coastal road. Public transport exists, 3 bus lines serve 39 stops in the area, but service frequency is limited compared with urban centres, so most residents rely on a car. The area's elevated position at roughly 30 metres above sea level, with a gentle 1.5% gradient towards the coast, means the walk or ride to the beach is essentially flat. The surrounding vegetation of pines and cork oaks gives the district a quieter, greener character than the denser coastal strip, while beach clubs, hotels and restaurants around Nikki Beach add seasonal activity within a short drive.
The map shows the apartment's position within Elviria, between Marbella 9 km to the west and the beaches of Artola and Cabopino to the east. Note that all distances are straight-line; actual road routes are somewhat longer. Golf courses, schools and the nearest beach cluster within a 2 km radius of the property.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Elviria occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol: 6 km east of Marbella's old town and about 41 km from Málaga city, which keeps both within reach while preserving a low-density residential character. Within Marbella East, Elviria acts as the local service hub, so residents of surrounding villa urbanisations come here for shopping and restaurants. Compared with the denser coastal strip between Fuengirola and Benalmádena, the area is greener and quieter; compared with Estepona further west, it sits closer to Marbella's amenities and airport transfers.
Distances from the property, measured in a straight line: El Alicate beach and Playa de Artola at 2.0 km, the Cabopino marina and beach at 4.5–4.7 km, Marbella at 9 km, and Málaga city at 41 km. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 32 km away as the crow flies, with Gibraltar Airport as a secondary option at around 64 km. Golf is exceptionally close: Greenlife Golf at 0.9 km, its driving range at 1.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 1.9 km. The Don Carlos Tennis Club lies 1.8 km away. Public transport consists of 3 bus lines with 39 stops, sufficient for occasional trips but not for daily car-free living. By car, the A-7 and AP-7 connect Elviria with Marbella, Fuengirola, where the nearest train station is located, and the airport. A car is therefore the practical standard for residents.
| Beach Distance | 2 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 32 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 64 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Elviria lies at roughly 30 metres above sea level with a flat 1.5% gradient towards the coast, so there are no steep walks between the home and the sea. The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 19.1°C, typical of the Marbella coastline, which is among the mildest in Spain thanks to the sheltering Sierra behind it. The swimming season, when sea water stays at 20°C or above, lasts around five months, roughly from June to October. Winters are mild but not tropical; this is where the apartment's heating options matter, with the fireplace, hot air conditioning and underfloor bathroom heating covering the cooler months. The district's vegetation of native pines and cork oaks softens summer temperatures and gives the area its green appearance, distinguishing it from the more built-up coastal stretches west of Marbella.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, El Alicate and Playa de Artola, lie 2.0 km away in a straight line. Playa de Artola sits at the edge of the Artola Dunes natural monument, one of the few remaining dune systems on this coast, and Playa de Cabopino at 4.5 km offers a wider sandy stretch backed by the port of Cabopino, where marina berths and beach restaurants are concentrated. Other marinas within reach are Marina Marbella at 7.6 km and La Bajadilla in Marbella at 7.8 km. For sport, the Don Carlos Tennis Club is 1.8 km away, and swimming pools are available at Playa Real and Camping Marbella Playa, both 2.5 km away, in addition to the three communal pools in the apartment's own community. Golfers can choose between Greenlife Golf at 0.9 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 1.9 km.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Elviria is an ruralisation on the Costa del Sol, 6 km (4 mi) from the old town of Marbella, Andalucia. The nearest airport is located in Málaga at a 45 km (27 mi) distance and the nearest train station in Fuengirola. Elviria is a lively low density residential areas with amenities. As the center of Marbella East it has shopping facilities, restaurants and bars. The area is covered with vegetation, mostly native pine trees and cork oaks. Elviria is a villa area with some low rise luxury apartment complexes between the villas.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 62 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 38 mm |
| March | 14.8°C | 129 mm |
| April | 16.6°C | 57 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 22 mm |
| June | 23.5°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.3°C | 0 mm |
| August | 26.8°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 24 mm |
| October | 20.5°C | 70 mm |
| November | 16.2°C | 75 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 66 mm |
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Ref: VL356283
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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