This penthouse is located in a front-line beach complex between El Rosario and Elviria, roughly 80 metres from the sand and within walking distance of supermarkets, restaurants and a beach club. The property offers five bedrooms and four bathrooms across approximately 200 m² of living space, arranged over three levels and completed in 1988 with a recent renovation of the main floor. The asking price is fixed at €1,050,000. The complex sits in a low-density residential area of Marbella East, surrounded by pine and cork oak vegetation, with Marbella's old town about 9 km away as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The penthouse lies in a beachfront urbanisation between El Rosario and Elviria, 80 metres from Golden Beach and 150 metres from a five-star beach club with spa and pools. Elviria centre, with its shops and restaurants, is nearby, while Marbella is approximately 9 km away in a straight line. Málaga Airport sits roughly 32 km distant by the same measure.
With five bedrooms and four bathrooms spread over three floors, the layout suits larger households or buyers who regularly host guests. Two ensuite bedrooms, a rooftop level with a private bedroom, and multiple terraces provide separate zones for daily living. Communal pools, a children's pool and a playground 40 metres away support family use throughout the year.
This is an existing property, completed in 1988 and key-ready, with the first floor recently renovated including two new bathrooms. There is no construction phase or delivery schedule to consider; the home can be occupied directly after purchase. Renovation work on the upper floors follows the original layout rather than a new-build specification.
The property has no private pool; bathing takes place in the communal pools of the complex. Parking is underground and available on request rather than included by default. As a 1988 build in a holiday-oriented coastal area, periodic maintenance typical of that era should be anticipated. There is no private garden belonging to the penthouse itself.
Ref: VL517087
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This penthouse fits buyers in several recognisable situations. A family needing five bedrooms and four bathrooms within walking distance of schools, a playground and the beach would find the layout and the complex facilities aligned with that use; the English International College is 0.8 km away as the crow flies. Buyers seeking a spacious second home where several generations or groups of friends stay simultaneously benefit from the three-level separation, with ensuite bedrooms on the second floor and a private bedroom on the rooftop level. Those who want a residence usable without a car can manage daily life on foot here: beach, restaurants, pharmacy and supermarkets are all within roughly a kilometre. The property also suits rental investors, given the documented demand for large beachfront units between El Rosario and Elviria and the proximity of golf clubs and a beach club. It fits less well for buyers wanting a newly built home, a private pool or a quiet inland setting: this is a 1988 building in a busy coastal zone, and bathing happens in communal facilities. Buyers sensitive to summer crowds should weigh the seasonal nature of the area. For permanent residents who work in Málaga city, the 41 km straight-line distance translates into a daily commute along the coastal corridor.
The first floor has been recently renovated, including two brand-new bathrooms, an open-plan living and dining area with a fireplace, and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. The second floor retains ensuite bathrooms, one with a round bathtub, and both levels open onto terraces. Climate control combines air conditioning, pre-installed A/C, hot air conditioning, central heating and a fireplace, which allows year-round comfort across seasons, cooling in summer, heating in the cooler winter months when coastal temperatures average lower. Connectivity is covered by high-speed fibre optic internet with Smart TV provision, relevant for remote work and streaming. The rooftop level holds a jacuzzi that can be heated on request and barbecue facilities across the outdoor dining spaces. As a building completed in 1988, the construction predates current insulation and efficiency standards; the renovation programme has modernised the main living floor, but the upper floors largely follow the original specification. Buyers assessing long-term maintenance should factor in the age of the building, the communal garden and pool infrastructure, and the exposed terrace areas, which on the coast require periodic waterproofing and upkeep. Underground parking is available on request rather than included, which affects both convenience and resale value compared with units that have a deeded space.
The property is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €1,050,000. At 200 m² of living space across three levels, this corresponds to roughly €5,250 per square metre, excluding the terraces that form a substantial part of the overall floor area. The price reflects the front-line beach position, the five-bedroom layout and the recent renovation of the first floor. Availability is immediate given the key-ready status. Buyers should budget separately for purchase costs such as transfer tax, notary fees and registry costs, and should verify community fees and annual property tax for the complex with the seller or agent before committing.
Daily life in this penthouse is organised around three levels and a clear separation of functions. The recently renovated first floor holds the open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, two bedrooms and two new bathrooms, with a large terrace for outdoor dining and a barbecue. The second floor contains two ensuite bedrooms, one with a round bathtub, and a private terrace facing the garden pool and the sea. The third level is a rooftop terrace with a 360-degree view over sea, coastline and mountains, an additional private bedroom, an outdoor lounge, sunbeds and a jacuzzi that can be heated on request. The south-east orientation brings morning and midday sun to the outdoor spaces. The complex is described as family-friendly, with award-winning tropical gardens containing seating areas, fountains, streams and two large pools plus two children's pools, while a playground sits 40 metres from the building. The beach is an 80-metre walk, a beach club with spa, gym and heated pools lies 150 metres away, and restaurants such as La Planche and La Scala are within 150 metres. Two supermarkets are roughly 900 metres from the complex. The area combines low-density residential streets with mature pine and cork oak vegetation, which softens the built environment. A car is not strictly necessary for daily errands; the bus stop nearby connects towards Marbella and Fuengirola. Occupancy fluctuates with the seasons, as is typical for beachside urbanisations between El Rosario and Elviria: livelier in summer months, quieter outside them.
The immediate surroundings are those of a low-density beachside urbanisation: villas and low-rise apartment buildings set among native pine trees and cork oaks. Within a two-kilometre radius there are 29 restaurants, nine cafés, four pharmacies, three schools and a bank, which covers most daily needs without leaving the area. The nearest beach, El Alicate, is 2.0 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de Artola at the same distance and Playa de Cabopino at 4.5 km. Two large supermarkets sit roughly 900 metres from the complex, and a butcher and hairdresser are within walking distance. Golf is close by: Greenlife Golf Marbella at 0.9 km, its driving range at 1.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 1.9 km straight-line. The Don Carlos Tennis Club is 1.8 km away. For transport, 39 bus stops across three lines serve the area, connecting towards Marbella and Fuengirola, where the nearest train station is located. Marbella itself, with around 148,000 inhabitants, lies 9 km distant in a straight line, and the description states an 8 km drive to Marbella and 12 km to Puerto Banús by road. The setting is flat, with a gradient of only 1.5 per cent towards the beach, making walking and cycling practical.
The map shows the property's position between El Rosario and Elviria, just behind the beach. Markers indicate the nearby beach club at 150 metres, the supermarkets at 900 metres, golf clubs within two kilometres and the connection towards Marbella old town and Puerto Banús along the coast.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Elviria functions as the centre of Marbella East, about 6 km from Marbella's old town and roughly 9 km straight-line from the city as measured here. The positioning places the property between the urban density of Marbella and the quieter stretches towards Cabopino and Estepona. Málaga, the regional capital with some 579,000 inhabitants, lies 41 km away as the crow flies, giving access to a major city, its airport and its cultural offer within an hour by road. Along the Costa del Sol as a whole, this address combines first-line beach access with the green, low-density character that distinguishes Elviria from tower-dominated sections of the coastline.
The beach sits 80 metres from the complex, effectively across the road. Marbella is 9 km away in a straight line, described in the property details as an 8 km drive, with Puerto Banús at 12 km by road. Málaga Airport lies roughly 32 km as the crow flies, the property listing refers to travel times by car, with Gibraltar Airport about 64 km distant in the same measure. Public transport consists of three bus lines with 39 stops in the area, and the nearest railway station is in Fuengirola. By car, the coastal A-7 and AP-7 corridor links Elviria with Marbella, Estepona and Málaga. Golf courses, tennis and the beach club are all within two kilometres, so leisure facilities are reached without long journeys. Daily shopping at the supermarkets 900 metres away is a ten-minute walk.
| Beach Distance | 2 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 32 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 64 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Elviria sits at 30 metres above sea level with a flat gradient of 1.5 per cent towards the coast, so there are no significant climbs between the home and the beach. The average annual temperature is 19.1°C, and the swimming season, when sea water holds at 20°C or above, lasts about five months, roughly May to October. The area's vegetation cover of native pine trees and cork oaks distinguishes it from more densely built parts of the coast and provides shade and a greener streetscape. With a south-east orientation, the terraces receive morning and early afternoon sun, which suits breakfast outdoors and midday use of the rooftop level, while the late-afternoon heat is less direct. The microclimate between El Rosario and Elviria is mild in winter, supported by the heating and fireplace installations in the property for the cooler months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches are El Alicate and Playa de Artola, both 2.0 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de Cabopino at 4.5 km; the sand of Golden Beach itself is 80 metres from the front door according to the listing. Cabopino also hosts the nearest marina, Puerto Cabopino, at 4.7 km straight-line, with Marina Marbella at 7.6 km and Marina la Bajadilla at 7.8 km. Golf options cluster nearby: Greenlife Golf Marbella at 0.9 km, its driving range at 1.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 1.9 km. Swimming pools include those at Playa Real and Camping Marbella Playa, both 2.5 km distant, in addition to the two large communal pools and two children's pools within the complex. The Don Carlos Tennis Club at 1.8 km covers racket sports, and the Estrella del Mar Beach Club at 150 metres offers a five-star spa, gym, sauna and heated indoor and outdoor pools.
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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Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this penthouse occupies a different segment from the new-build comparables currently on offer. Projects 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) deliver modern construction and current efficiency standards at considerably lower entry prices, but in inland or secondary coastal positions rather than on the front line of the beach. At a fixed €1,050,000, this property instead competes on position and scale: a five-bedroom, three-level layout 80 metres from the sand is rare in a market where most new supply consists of two- and three-bedroom apartments. Elviria itself is regarded as the centre of Marbella East, a low-density villa area with pine and cork oak cover, which distinguishes it from the high-rise sections of the coastline towards Torremolinos and Benalmádena. Transaction volumes in the region, around 4,743 housing sales per year recorded for the area, indicate an active resale market, relevant for liquidity. Buyers weighing this property against new builds face a trade-off: older construction from 1988 with partial renovation, versus contemporary buildings with warranties but longer delivery times and, at this price point, generally smaller floor plans further from the sea. The combination of first-line position, golf within two kilometres and an international school at 0.8 km straight-line is a profile that new-build projects further inland cannot replicate at comparable prices, while those that can, in Marbella's prime zones, typically start well above this level.
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