A bright one-bedroom apartment on the third floor of the Locrimar I complex in El Rodeo, Nueva Andalucía, offered at a fixed asking price of €310,000. The property measures 63 m² and comprises a living-dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and two balconies with open mountain views. Completed in 1999 and now key-ready, it forms part of a residential complex with communal gardens and a swimming pool. Puerto Banús marina lies roughly 1 km away as the crow flies, with several golf courses and beaches within a 4 km radius. The location sits within the municipality of Marbella, at the heart of the Costa del Sol.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment stands in El Rodeo, an established residential pocket of Nueva Andalucía, immediately west of Marbella town. Puerto Deportivo José Banús is about 1.0 km away in a straight line, while the nearest beach, Playa Canina Ventura del Mar, lies 2.6 km from the complex. Golf courses such as Real Club de Golf Las Brisas sit within 2.3 km, placing the property between the marina, the coast and the golf valley.
The layout serves a single occupant or a couple: one bedroom, one bathroom, a combined living-dining room and a kitchen, spread across 63 m². Two balconies and a west-facing orientation provide afternoon and evening light, with views over the mountains and the surrounding urbanisation. Air conditioning is installed, and the communal pool and gardens cover outdoor relaxation without private maintenance obligations.
This is not a new-build project. The apartment dates from 1999 and is described as being in excellent condition and key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately after purchase. No construction phase, off-plan payments or indicative delivery schedule apply. Any refurbishment needs would be limited to personal preference rather than structural necessity, subject to independent technical survey.
The property offers one bedroom and one bathroom within 63 m², which limits its capacity to small households. No private garden, private pool, private parking space or storage room is listed in the available data. It is a third-floor apartment in a building from 1999 without a lift being confirmed in the data. Buyers requiring multiple bedrooms, own outdoor space or dedicated parking should factor in these absences.
This property fits a recognisable set of situations. A single buyer or couple seeking a lock-up-and-leave base on the Costa del Sol benefits from the compact footprint, the communal pool and the proximity of Puerto Banús and its beaches. Buyers who want afternoon and evening light on a balcony, with mountain views rather than sea views, will find the west orientation directly relevant. It also suits purchasers prioritising location over interior volume: the budget goes into the address within Nueva Andalucía rather than into square metres, which is a common trade-off in this district. As a rental investment, a one-bedroom apartment near the marina and the golf courses operates in a market with substantial tourism infrastructure, including 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds in the surrounding area, indicating consistent seasonal demand. The property is less suitable for other profiles. Families needing two or more bedrooms, a private garden or dedicated parking will find the specification too limited. Buyers seeking a modern new-build with contemporary energy performance should note the 1999 construction date. Retirees who prefer ground-floor access or lift confirmation should verify the building's vertical access arrangements before proceeding. Finally, buyers focused on morning sun should weigh the west-facing orientation carefully, as the balconies come into their own later in the day.
The building was completed in 1999, placing it in the era of conventional Spanish coastal construction: hollow-brick and concrete block structure, rendered facades and marble or tiled flooring as standard, which the interior photographs of the bright living room with marble floor confirm. The apartment is presented in excellent condition, with the kitchen fitted with wooden cabinets and a view, and the bedroom furnished minimally with balcony access. Air conditioning is installed, addressing the warmest months when average temperatures reach 26°C. The two balconies include a covered terrace element, extending usable outdoor space regardless of rain or strong sun. Buyers should apply the usual diligence for a property of this age. This includes checking the electrical installation, plumbing, window frames and glazing, and the boiler or hot water system, none of which are specified in the available data. The communal parts, gardens and pool are maintained collectively, so the technical state of the building envelope and pool installation is partly a community responsibility; the community's maintenance records and any pending special assessments are worth reviewing. Energy performance in a 1999 building typically falls below current new-build standards, which affects both comfort in peak summer and running costs. The absence of a lift in the confirmed data is relevant for a third-floor unit and should be verified during a viewing. Overall, the finishing level is consistent with a well-kept, mid-generation apartment rather than a refurbished premium product, and the price positioning should be assessed against that standard.
The apartment carries a fixed asking price of €310,000. This is an existing, completed home rather than a new-build development with a price list, so there is no range of unit types or from-price structure. The price reflects a one-bedroom, one-bathroom property of 63 m² in Nueva Andalucía, a district positioned between Marbella town and Puerto Banús. Availability is immediate in principle, as the property is key-ready and the construction dates from 1999. Buyers should verify community fees, annual IBI property tax and any planned building works with the seller or community administrator during due diligence, as these costs are not included in the supplied data.
Daily life in El Rodeo follows the rhythm of a low-rise, established neighbourhood rather than a resort zone. The complex sits among residential streets with local shops, supermarkets and restaurants within walking or short driving distance, while the tourist intensity of Puerto Banús begins roughly a kilometre away towards the coast. For the resident, this means the commercial and leisure infrastructure of the marina is close at hand without being on the doorstep. The apartment itself functions around its west-facing position: the two balconies receive light from the afternoon into the evening, which in southern Spain extends outdoor use well into dinner time for much of the year. The living-dining room connects to this exposure, keeping the interior bright through the second half of the day. Mornings are quieter in terms of direct sun, a factor worth weighing for buyers who prioritise early light. The communal gardens and pool provide the outdoor layer that a 63 m² apartment cannot offer privately. The pool serves as the summer anchor of the complex, while the gardens soften the setting year-round. With the Sierra behind and the sea 2.6 km away, the immediate view is a mix of mountains and urban landscape rather than direct sea views. Practically, the area supports full-time living: three pharmacies, four banks, ten cafés and 69 restaurants operate within 2 km, and five health centres serve the wider zone. A car remains the most convenient mode of transport, although ten public transport lines with 50 stops in the area offer an alternative for commuting towards Marbella or San Pedro de Alcántara.
The surrounding area combines residential calm with dense amenity coverage. Within a 2 km radius, the data lists 69 restaurants, 10 cafés, 3 pharmacies, 4 banks and a dentist, which covers daily needs without reliance on the tourist zones. Supermarkets and local commerce in El Rodeo and along the road towards San Pedro de Alcántara handle routine shopping. Education is well represented, with 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools recorded in the area, plus international options such as the British International School 3.8 km away. Healthcare access includes five health centres in the zone. For leisure, Puerto Deportivo José Banús sits 1.0 km away in a straight line, offering marina walks, dining and nightlife, while the Mirador del Muelle de Honor viewpoint at 1.2 km provides a quieter outlook over the coast. Sports facilities cluster nearby: Real Club Pádel Marbella is close to the complex, Polideportivo San Pedro lies 2.9 km away, and CrossFit Marbella and a climbing wall (Rocodromo) are within 4 km. Public transport comprises 10 lines and 50 stops, workable for commuting, though a car remains the practical default for groceries, beach trips and golf. The A-7 coastal road and the AP-7 toll motorway connect the area along the coast.
The map shows the apartment's position between Puerto Banús marina, 1.0 km to the south, and the golf courses of the Nueva Andalucía valley. Marbella's beaches, Marbella town 7 km east and the flat coastal corridor towards San Pedro de Alcántara and Estepona are all visible from this vantage point on the Costa del Sol.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Nueva Andalucía occupies the coastal strip immediately west of Marbella town, between the Puerto Banús marina and San Pedro de Alcántara, roughly the midpoint of the Costa del Sol's western section. Málaga city and its airport lie 45 to 54 km to the north-east, while Algeciras and Gibraltar sit roughly 52 to 59 km to the south-west. This positions the district within easy reach of both major airports serving the region. Within the local hierarchy, Nueva Andalucía functions as Marbella's golf and residential district, less dense than the seafront strips and more urban than the inland villages of the Benahavís area.
Distances below are straight-line; road distances and travel times are longer. The nearest beach, Playa Canina Ventura del Mar, is 2.6 km away, with Playa de Nagüeles at 2.7 km and Playa de Casablanca at 3.5 km. Puerto Deportivo José Banús, the closest marina, lies 1.0 km from the complex, with two further marinas at Marbella at 5.3 km and 6.7 km. Golf is a defining feature of the district: The Range golf practice facility is 1.9 km away, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas 2.3 km and Magna Marbella Golf 3.1 km. Marbella town centre is 7 km away, while Málaga city lies 54 km away along the coast. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 45 km distant, with Gibraltar Airport (GIB) an alternative at roughly 52 km to the south. By car, Marbella is reachable in roughly ten to fifteen minutes and the airport in under an hour depending on traffic. Ten public transport lines with 50 stops serve the area for car-free journeys towards Marbella and San Pedro. An EV charging point, the Marbella Supercharger, is located 2.3 km away.
| Beach Distance | 2.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 45 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 52 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Nueva Andalucía sits at approximately 10 m above sea level with a gradient to the beach of just 0.2%, meaning the terrain is essentially flat between the complex and the coast, which suits walking and cycling despite the 2.6 km beach distance. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 19.2°C and monthly averages ranging from 12°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer. The swimming season extends to roughly six months, during which sea temperatures remain at or above 20°C, roughly May through October. This lengthens the useful period of the communal pool well beyond the peak summer weeks. Rainfall concentrates in the cooler half of the year, with long dry stretches from late spring to early autumn, so outdoor living on the covered terrace and balconies is feasible most of the year. The mountain backdrop of the Sierra de Ronda frames the western views, and the low elevation means no hillside climbing is involved in daily errands, in contrast to many white villages further inland.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beach offer within easy reach is broad. Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 2.6 km is the nearest, followed by Playa de Nagüeles at 2.7 km and Playa de Casablanca at 3.5 km, all part of the Marbella coastline with its established chiringuito culture and Blue Flag stretches. Recreation extends well beyond the sand. Nueva Andalucía is known as the golf valley of Marbella, and the data confirms three golf facilities within 3.1 km, including Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, one of the region's established clubs. Real Club Pádel Marbella is close to the complex, and additional sports infrastructure includes Polideportivo San Pedro (2.9 km), a climbing facility at Rocodromo (3.6 km) and CrossFit Marbella (3.8 km). The tourism data, 52 hotels and 12,781 beds, indicates the scale of hospitality in the zone, which supports year-round dining and services but also brings seasonal visitor flows around Puerto Banús. For quieter recreation, the Mirador del Muelle de Honor viewpoint 1.2 km away offers a local walking destination. The flat terrain between the apartment and the sea makes the beach reachable on foot or by bicycle for most residents.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.9°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 47 mm |
| March | 14.8°C | 154 mm |
| April | 16.8°C | 70 mm |
| May | 20.0°C | 27 mm |
| June | 23.8°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 27.1°C | 7 mm |
| September | 24.0°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.7°C | 72 mm |
| November | 16.3°C | 89 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 80 mm |
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Ref: VL896313
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Measured against the comparable new-build projects in the wider region, this apartment occupies a different market segment. 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. Those are from-prices for new construction, typically two or more bedrooms and larger surfaces, but in locations further from Marbella's core: Torre del Mar and Mijas sit east of Málaga city or in the central stretch of the coast, and Estepona lies a further 20 to 30 minutes west along the A-7. The €310,000 fixed price here buys something those projects do not: an established address inside Nueva Andalucía, within one kilometre of Puerto Banús and surrounded by the golf valley. The trade-off is age and size. A 1999 building with 63 m² and one bedroom cannot match the specification, energy performance or warranty structure of a 2024-2026 new build, and buyers comparing the two should weigh address against specification. Within Nueva Andalucía itself, one-bedroom stock of this type generally trades below the district's villa and frontline-golf segments, which reach substantially higher price points. The local market shows real liquidity: 4,743 housing transactions per year are recorded in the zone, and the surrounding tourism infrastructure of 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds supports rental demand in the mid-market one-bedroom category. Median provincial income of €16,450 per year contextualises the local economy: this district's pricing is driven substantially by international and second-home demand rather than domestic purchasing power, which affects both resale liquidity and rental yield expectations. For buyers choosing between this apartment and the coastal new-build alternatives, the decision effectively reduces to proximity to Marbella and Puerto Banús versus newer construction and more space further along the coast.
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