This commercial property stands on a 5,697 m² urban plot in La Mairena, a hillside residential area on the eastern edge of Marbella, roughly 400 metres above sea level. The site contains 666 m² of existing construction, completed in 2003, and is zoned for private sports and social facilities, with scope to expand to approximately 1,046 m². The asking price is fixed at €575,000. The property requires renovation and is positioned within a residential enclave close to golf courses, schools and forest, about 4.6 km from the nearest beach as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
La Mairena is a hilltop residential zone east of Marbella, some 12 km from the town centre and 37 km from Málaga as the crow flies. The property sits near El Soto Golf (1.5 km) and Santa María Golf & Country Club (2.5 km, straight-line). Elviria's beaches and amenities are roughly 4 to 5 km away by direct distance, reached via a steep gradient of about 8.7%.
This is not a residential dwelling but a commercial asset zoned for private sports and social use. It suits a buyer seeking land and existing structures to develop, for example a country club, wellness facility or padel academy. There are no bedrooms or bathrooms; the 666 m² built area is a shell for redevelopment, with a designed concept in place for a resort-style layout.
The existing construction dates from 2003 and is delivered key-ready in legal terms, but its condition is listed as requiring renovation. The plot permits expansion from 666 m² to roughly 1,046 m². A design concept already exists, including an outdoor lagoon pool, terraces, gym, sports courts and gardens, though completion of any development is indicative and depends on the buyer's own planning.
The property offers no residential use, no bedrooms and no bathrooms in its current state. Renovation is required throughout. Amenities within 2 km are limited to one restaurant. The gradient to the beach is steep at 8.7%, and public transport covers only two lines. Solar panels visible in imagery appear dated. Any commercial operation depends on licensing not included in the asking price.
This property fits a narrow but defined set of situations. The first is an investor or operator seeking a site for a private sports or social club, a padel academy, a wellness retreat or a boutique country club serving the residential communities of Marbella East. The zoning already permits such use, and a design concept exists for a lagoon pool, gym and courts. The second is a buyer with a value-add strategy: the gap between the existing 666 m² and the permitted 1,046 m² creates room to increase built area, though renovation costs must be weighed against the €575,000 purchase price. The third is a land-focused purchase, where the 5,697 m² plot in an established hillside enclave is the primary asset and the existing structure is secondary. It does not suit buyers seeking a home, a rental apartment or a turnkey commercial operation, as renovation is required throughout and no residential use applies. The buyer will need Spanish professional advisers for licensing, construction costing and commercial feasibility. A car is essential: public transport is limited to two lines, and the nearest beach, Elviria and Marbella all require driving. The location's steep 8.7% gradient and 418 m elevation mean the site is quiet and removed, which suits destination businesses but not those relying on passing trade.
The existing building, completed in 2003, requires renovation, and the listing makes no claims about current materials, installations or structural condition. Photographic analysis shows a building with mountain views and solar panels, alongside an overgrown pool and mature trees, indicating that the site has been maintained at a basic level and that both the building and grounds need investment before any commercial use. No specification of construction quality, insulation, glazing or mechanical systems is available in the data. The south-facing orientation is a measurable asset: it maximises usable hours on terraces and around a future pool. The plot itself is the most durable component, urban land with planning permission for private sports and social facilities and headroom to expand from 666 m² to roughly 1,046 m². The pre-existing design concept, covering an outdoor lagoon pool, sun terraces, a gym, sports courts and landscaped gardens, is a paper plan rather than executed work; its cost, timeline and contractor arrangements would be the buyer's responsibility. Purchasers should commission an independent technical survey covering structure, water supply, electricity connection and drainage, all of which matter at 418 m elevation on a hillside plot with an 8.7% gradient towards the coast. Renewable-energy elements visible on site, such as the solar panels, should be assessed for age and output rather than assumed functional.
The property is offered at a fixed asking price of €575,000. This covers the 5,697 m² urban plot and the existing 666 m² building, completed in 2003 and requiring renovation. As an existing asset rather than a new-build development, there is no price list or unit variation; the price applies to the whole site. Buyers should budget separately for renovation and any expansion towards the permitted 1,046 m², as well as for licensing, professional fees and the commercial fit-out of a sports or social facility. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process and due diligence on the zoning designation.
The site occupies an elevated position in Monte Elviria, a residential enclave above Elviria on Marbella's eastern side. At around 418 metres above sea level, the area is defined by hillside villas, pine forest and golf valleys rather than coastal density. The daily rhythm here is quiet: a single restaurant operates within 2 km, and most practical errands take place in Elviria or Marbella, which is 12 km away as the crow flies. For a commercial operator, this context cuts both ways. The catchment consists of affluent residential communities spread across the hills, including La Mairena itself and the golf developments within a 3 km radius. The English International College sits 4.9 km away in direct distance, indicating a family population nearby. For visitors and members, access is by car; the steep approach from the coast means the site feels removed from beach traffic, which supports exclusivity but reduces casual footfall. The south-facing orientation gives the plot full sun exposure across the day, relevant for pool terraces and outdoor sports facilities. The surrounding forest setting limits noise and defines the visual character. In practical terms, this is a location where a destination business works better than a passing-trade business: customers would travel deliberately to the site, as they already do to the golf clubs and sports centres within 4 km. The existing 666 m² structure provides enclosed space for changing facilities, a gym or social rooms, while the plot area allows substantial outdoor development.
The immediate environment is residential and green: La Mairena sits among pine-covered hills with views towards the Sierra Nevada, the Mediterranean and, on clear days, the North African coast. Facilities are spread rather than clustered. Within 2 km there is one restaurant; everyday shopping, banking and healthcare sit in Elviria and Marbella. The wider area is well served by sport and leisure infrastructure: El Soto Golf lies 1.5 km away in a direct line, Santa María Golf & Country Club 2.5 km, and Campo América 2.8 km. Sports centres such as Finca Naundrup, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol are within 4.3 km. The English International College is 4.9 km away, and the region counts 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools, reflecting a substantial year-round family population. Healthcare access includes five health centres in the wider area. Tourism infrastructure is significant, 52 hotels with nearly 12,800 beds, which supports demand for leisure facilities but also means seasonal variation in the surrounding area. Housing transactions in the area run at about 4,743 per year, indicating an active market. The Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint, 4.8 km away, marks the area's appeal for walks and outdoor recreation.
The map shows the plot within the La Mairena hillside, east of Marbella and above Elviria. Markers indicate the golf courses within 1.5 to 2.8 km, Playa de Artola at 4.6 km and Puerto Cabopino at 5.2 km, all straight-line distances. The elevation and forest cover around the site are visible in the terrain detail.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Mairena occupies the hills above Elviria, on the eastern edge of Marbella, a position that combines proximity to one of the Costa del Sol's principal towns (12 km direct) with a distinctly quieter, elevated residential character. Málaga and its airport lie 28 to 37 km away in direct distance, keeping the region's main entry points within reasonable reach. To the west, the Marbella conurbation continues towards Estepona; to the east lie Calahonda, Fuengirola and Mijas. Compared with coastal zones, this hillside pocket trades beachfront access for views, forest and low density, a profile that aligns with destination-style leisure businesses rather than high-footfall retail.
Distances in this section are straight-line; road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Playa de Artola, lies 4.6 km away, with Puerto Cabopino marina at 5.2 km. Marbella is 12 km and Málaga 37 km in direct distance. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 28 km away as the crow flies, and Gibraltar airport 68 km. Access is by the A-7 and AP-7 coastal corridors via Elviria, followed by the climb into the hills; the average gradient of 8.7% to the beach means the final approach is steep and winding. A car is necessary for virtually all trips: public transport consists of two lines with 34 stops in the wider area, sufficient for local connections but not for daily commercial operations. For a sports or social club, this access profile is workable, members arrive by car and parking can be arranged on the 5,697 m² plot, but delivery vehicles and contractors should factor the hillside route into logistics planning.
| Beach Distance | 4.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
At 418 metres above sea level, the property sits high enough for cooler nights than the coast, within a climate averaging 17.2°C across the year. The Mediterranean setting brings long dry summers and mild winters, with the swimming season, when sea temperature reaches at least 20°C, lasting about four months, roughly June to September. An outdoor pool at this site would extend that season somewhat, since a heated or lagoon-style pool at elevation gains sun exposure from the south-facing orientation. The surroundings are defined by forest, which moderates temperatures and provides walking and cycling terrain directly from the plot. The steep gradient towards the sea, at 8.7%, is a defining physical characteristic: it delivers the elevation, the views and the quiet, at the cost of a demanding approach by road. Rainfall concentrates in the cooler months, and hillside plots in this area require proper drainage management, which should be part of any renovation assessment.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, Playa de Artola, is 4.6 km away in a direct line, adjacent to the dunes of Artola protected natural area near Cabopino. Puerto Cabopino marina, 5.2 km away, is the closest point for berths, waterfront dining and water sports. Golf is the strongest recreational theme around La Mairena: El Soto Golf at 1.5 km, Santa María Golf & Country Club at 2.5 km and Campo América at 2.8 km, all within a five-minute drive. Sports centres including Finca Naundrup, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol sit within 4.3 km. For a commercial sports facility, this density of golf and leisure infrastructure signals an existing customer base accustomed to paying for recreation. The Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.8 km and the surrounding forest provide hiking options. Marbella, 12 km away, adds beaches, dining and cultural amenities to the overall catchment.
Source: OpenStreetMap
La Mairena is a hill top residential resort on the Costa del Sol, just 5 km (3 mi) from the coastal ruralisation of Elviria, on the eastern outskirts of Marbella, Spain. At 400 m (1300 ft) above sea level, the village has views towards the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the Mediterranean Sea, the Rock of Gibraltar and the African coast.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.2°C | 69 mm |
| February | 11.1°C | 47 mm |
| March | 12.4°C | 140 mm |
| April | 14.5°C | 74 mm |
| May | 18.3°C | 29 mm |
| June | 22.7°C | 7 mm |
| July | 26.0°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 10 mm |
| September | 22.1°C | 32 mm |
| October | 18.5°C | 79 mm |
| November | 13.7°C | 87 mm |
| December | 11.4°C | 70 mm |
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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol market, this property occupies an unusual niche. Most comparable listings in the region are residential: new-build developments 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) sell apartments to lifestyle buyers and investors. Those products compete on views, communal pools and proximity to the coast. This asset, by contrast, is a commercial land-and-building purchase with a fixed price of €575,000 and a defined planning use. Against those residential comparables, the price per square metre of land is modest: €575,000 across 5,697 m², though the comparison is imperfect given the differing use classes. Locationally, La Mairena sits east of Marbella's core, closer to Elviria and Cabopino than to the Golden Mile or Puerto Banús, which shifts the commercial catchment towards the residential communities of Marbella East rather than tourist traffic. The eastern Marbella zone carries lower headline prices than central Marbella but benefits from established golf infrastructure, El Soto, Santa María and Campo América within 2.8 km, and from the density of international schools, including the English International College 4.9 km away, which sustains a year-round family population. For an operator, the competitive question is whether a private sports or social facility here can draw from these communities more effectively than existing clubs such as La Siesta Golf Club or Club del Sol, both within 4.3 km. The region records about 4,743 housing transactions per year and 52 hotels with nearly 12,800 beds, indicating a substantial and liquid market around the asset. Median provincial income of €16,450 suggests that demand for premium leisure facilities comes from specific residential pockets rather than the general population, a relevant factor for any business plan attached to this site.
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