This completed two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment of 146 m² is situated in a gated beachfront urbanisation in Puerto Banús, on the Costa del Sol in the municipality of Marbella, Málaga. The residence is a ground-floor unit within a mature complex originally completed in 1984 (indicative), featuring direct beach access, communal pools, tropical gardens with artificial lakes, 24-hour gated security, and two on-site restaurants. The interior includes underfloor heating throughout, air conditioning in all rooms, and a south-facing living space with sea views. The asking price is €1,200,000. The surrounding area offers walkable access to shops, restaurants, the marina and the beach.
Within the western Costa del Sol, Puerto Banús occupies a distinct market position. The listed comparables, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), are new-build projects in different towns and different market segments, and they illustrate the premium attached to frontline Banús addresses. At roughly €8,200 per square metre, this apartment costs three to four times the per-square-metre rate of those developments, a differential driven almost entirely by location rather than by specification or building age. Buyers weighing alternatives should therefore frame the comparison in terms of what each location delivers. Torre del Mar and Mijas offer newer buildings, lower entry prices and quieter, more residential environments, at the cost of distance from the Marbella leisure corridor. Estepona has moved upmarket but remains a town with its own centre rather than a resort enclave. Within Marbella itself, Puerto Banús competes with the Golden Mile and Nueva Andalucía's golf valley: the Golden Mile offers similar prestige with more tranquillity, while Nueva Andalucía provides golf-front living at slightly lower rates but without direct beach access. This property's specific trade-off is clear: an established 1984 building and ground-floor position exchanged for a frontline beach setting with security, services and walkability that newer inland developments cannot replicate. The regional transaction volume, 4,743 recorded property transactions in the surrounding area, indicates an active resale market, which is relevant for liquidity, though the segment above €1 million in Banús is thinner and typically moves more slowly than mid-market stock. Buyers comparing across the region should also weigh community fees in a full-service complex of this type, which will be materially higher than in the newer low-density developments listed as comparables.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment lies within Puerto Banús in Nueva Andalucía, southwest of Marbella centre. Playa de Puerto Banús is approximately 686 metres away on foot. The marina, with its retail and dining offer, sits around 500 metres from the complex. A supermarket is 451 metres away and a pharmacy 274 metres. The nearest hospital is 1.3 km distant. The area is flat, with a gradient of 0.3 per cent toward the beach.
The property suits buyers seeking a low-maintenance coastal base with services within walking distance. Two en-suite bedrooms accommodate a couple plus guests. The south orientation, underfloor heating and closable terrace extend usability beyond the summer season. Underground parking is included. A car is optional for daily needs: supermarket, pharmacy, restaurants and the marina are all within a short walk.
This is not a new-build development. The complex was completed in 1984 (indicative) and the unit is marketed as ready to occupy. The condition is listed as excellent, with underfloor heating and air conditioning installed. Buyers considering renovation, modernisation of building systems or phased payments should note that this is a resale property in an established community, with community rules and fees that apply from day one.
The property has two bedrooms and two bathrooms; larger families requiring three or more bedrooms are outside its scope. It is a ground-floor unit, so no elevated panorama is available; views are at garden and sea level. Parking is limited to the included underground space. There is no private pool; swimming facilities are communal. The building dates from 1984, so modern energy-efficiency labelling equivalent to new construction should not be assumed.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a lock-and-leave second home will find the gated complex, 24-hour security and walkable amenities reduce the management burden typical of coastal ownership. Buyers who plan part-year relocation benefit from the underfloor heating and enclosed terrace, which make the apartment usable outside the warm season. Those who entertain guests regularly can use the second en-suite bedroom without shared bathroom schedules. Investors evaluating rental potential should note the location's draw, the marina, the beach and the dining scene are the anchor attractions, while also factoring in the seasonal demand pattern implied by five million annual visitors. Buyers who do not want to drive abroad will appreciate that a vehicle is optional: supermarket, pharmacy, medical care, dining and the beach are all within walking or cycling distance. Conversely, the property is less suited to buyers needing three or more bedrooms, an elevated sea view, a private pool, or new-build energy performance. The 1984 construction date means the buyer accepts an established community with its own character, fees and regulations rather than a developer warranty. Buyers sensitive to summer crowds should weigh the high-season intensity of Puerto Banús against the quieter winter months. In short, the profile matches a buyer prioritising location and readiness over space and modernity.
The interior layout is an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space with wide glazing facing the communal gardens and sea. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, basin and WC; the second double bedroom has its own en-suite with a full-size bathtub. Traditional architectural elements, such as arched windows visible in the photography, indicate the original Mediterranean-style construction of the complex rather than a contemporary minimal finish. Climate systems are the strongest technical feature: underfloor heating runs throughout the apartment and air conditioning is installed in all rooms, with hot-air capability. The terrace can be fully enclosed, adding a climate-controlled transitional room. The building dates from 1984, so buyers should assess insulation values, window performance and electrical installations through a technical survey, as these will not match current building-code standards for new construction. No energy-efficiency certificate value is provided in the available data. Communal infrastructure is well established: mature gardens, artificial lakes and bridges, a pool with shower facilities, children's pool, two on-site restaurants, 24-hour manned gate security and underground parking. Maintenance of these shared facilities is funded through community fees, the amount of which should be confirmed during due diligence.
The asking price is €1,200,000 for 146 m² of built area, equating to roughly €8,200 per square metre, a level consistent with frontline beach stock in Puerto Banús. This is a completed resale property, so the price is fixed by the seller rather than set by a developer's price list; purchase costs, community fees and any renovation budget should be calculated separately. There is no phased payment structure. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the coast start from €205,000–€270,000, but those are inland or in different towns; within Puerto Banús itself, beachfront supply at this price point competes on condition, orientation and view rather than on square-metre rate alone.
Daily life here centres on proximity. The complex sits between the beach and the commercial strip of Puerto Banús, meaning most errands can be done on foot: a supermarket 451 metres away, a pharmacy 274 metres, and dozens of restaurants and cafés within a two-kilometre radius, 73 restaurants are recorded in that zone. The ground-floor position opens directly onto communal gardens with tropical planting, artificial lakes and a pool area with a separate children's pool. The south-facing living room and terrace receive sun through the middle of the day; the terrace can be enclosed to function as a sunroom in winter. The residential rhythm changes with the seasons. Puerto Banús receives around five million visitors annually, so summer months bring noticeably more activity, traffic and noise than the winter period, when the area quietens considerably. The complex itself is buffered from the commercial core by its gated perimeter and 24-hour security, with two on-site restaurants serving residents. Practical mobility is strong: an EV charging point sits 325 metres away, nine public transport lines serve the wider area with 50 stops, and the terrain is essentially flat, making cycling a realistic alternative to driving. For medical needs, a hospital is 1.3 km away and five health centres operate in the surrounding district. The apartment's two en-suite bedrooms work well for a couple with regular guests or for part-year residence combined with rental use, subject to community rules.
The immediate environment is urban and service-dense. Within a two-kilometre radius there are 73 restaurants, 9 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 4 banks and a dentist, which places nearly all daily needs within a flat, ten-to-twenty-minute walk. A supermarket lies 451 metres from the complex. Health infrastructure includes a hospital 1.3 km away and five health centres in the district. Education options are substantial: 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools are recorded in the area, with international options such as the British International School 4.8 km away and The International School of Estepona 6.9 km away. Public transport comprises nine lines and 50 stops, connecting Puerto Banús to Marbella and surrounding towns. An EV charging point is 325 metres from the property, with Tesla superchargers in Marbella (3.4 km) and Estepona (10 km). The nearest beach, Playa Canina Ventura del Mar, is 1.6 km away, while Playa de Puerto Banús is 686 metres. Golf courses, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 2.2 km, The Range at 2.5 km and Magna Marbella at 2.8 km, are a five-minute drive. Marbella centre is 7 km away; Málaga and its airport are roughly 45–54 km, a 40–50 minute drive.
The map shows the apartment's position between the marina and the beach in Puerto Banús, part of Nueva Andalucía within Marbella municipality. Note the short walking distances to the supermarket, pharmacy and Puerto Deportivo, and the golf cluster inland toward Nueva Andalucía. The terrain to the coast is flat throughout.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Puerto Banús occupies the coastal edge of Nueva Andalucía, seven kilometres southwest of Marbella's historic centre and roughly 45–54 km from Málaga city and its airport. Gibraltar airport lies 51 km to the southwest. The positioning is at the heart of the Marbella, Estepona corridor, the most established luxury coastal strip on the Costa del Sol. Within this corridor, Puerto Banús functions as the commercial and leisure hub, with Nueva Andalucía's golf valley immediately inland. The property's price point reflects this position: comparable square-metre rates in Marbella centre or Estepona are generally lower, while frontline Banús stock trades at a premium driven by location rather than building age.
Straight-line distances frame the accessibility of the property. Beaches: Playa de Puerto Banús 686 m, Playa Canina Ventura del Mar 1.6 km, Playa de San Pedro 2.8 km, Playa de Nagüeles 3.7 km. Airports: Málaga-Costa del Sol approximately 46 km (45 km by road), Gibraltar 51 km. Towns: Marbella 7 km, Estepona reachable within 20 minutes. Golf: Real Club de Golf Las Brisas 2.2 km, The Range 2.5 km, Magna Marbella Golf 2.8 km. Daily services: supermarket 451 m, pharmacy 274 m, hospital 1.3 km, EV charging 325 m. Marinas: Puerto Deportivo José Banús 0.5 km. Sports centres: Polideportivo San Pedro 2.2 km, Rocodromo 2.8 km, CrossFit Marbella 3.2 km.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 46 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 51 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location sits at 11 metres above sea level with a slope to the beach of 0.3 per cent, effectively flat terrain. Historical data record 3,856 sunshine hours per year, an average annual temperature of 19.2°C and a seasonal range of 12–26°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, spans roughly six months. Winters are mild enough that the underfloor heating and enclosed terrace remain practical rather than essential for comfort; summers are warm but moderated by the coastal position. The immediate landscape is manicured rather than natural: tropical gardens, artificial lakes and the marina define the setting. For natural terrain, the Sierra de las Nieves and coastal footpaths toward San Pedro and Marbella provide walking options within a short drive. The Mediterranean climate supports year-round outdoor use of the pool area, terraces and beach, with the peak comfort period running from May through October.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beach, Playa de Puerto Banús at 686 metres, offers direct access from the complex's private beach exit. Playa Canina Ventura del Mar (1.6 km) is a designated dog beach; Playa de San Pedro (2.8 km) is a longer family beach with a palm-lined promenade. Three golf courses sit within three kilometres: Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.2 km), The Range golf lessons (2.5 km) and Magna Marbella Golf (2.8 km), giving residents both championship and practice options. Sports facilities include Polideportivo San Pedro (2.2 km), a climbing wall at Rocodromo (2.8 km) and CrossFit Marbella (3.2 km). The Mirador del Muelle de Honor viewpoint (0.5 km) overlooks the marina. Water-based recreation centres on the marina itself, Puerto Deportivo José Banús, 500 metres from the property, where boat charters and water sports are available.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Puerto José Banús, more commonly known simply as Puerto Banús, is a marina located in the area of Nueva Andalucía, to the southwest of Marbella, Spain on the Costa del Sol. It was built in May 1970 by José Banús (1906-1984), a local property developer, as a luxury marina and shopping complex. It has since become one of the largest entertainment centres in the Costa del Sol, with 5 million annual visitors, and is popular with international celebrities. Developed around a coastal village in the Mediterranean architectural style, Puerto Banús contains high-end shopping malls, restaurants and bars around the marina.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.9°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.8°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 | 26.8°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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Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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