This duplex penthouse is situated within walking distance of Puerto Banús and its marina, on the Costa del Sol in the municipality of Marbella. The property offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms and 261 m² of living space, arranged over two levels with generous terraces oriented to the south-west. Built in 2002 and described as key-ready, it forms part of a gated community with 24-hour security, a communal swimming pool, a gym and landscaped gardens. The asking price is fixed at €4,200,000 and includes two parking spaces and a storage room. Distances to the beach, shops and golf courses are short, with most daily amenities reachable on foot.
Within the Costa del Sol market, this penthouse occupies a different position from the new-build projects typically marketed in Torre del Mar, Mijas or Estepona. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000, all off-plan or recent constructions aimed at the mid-market. The €4,200,000 asking price here reflects two things that those projects do not offer: an established, key-ready home requiring no waiting period, and a location inside the Puerto Banús and Nueva Andalucía orbit, the most consolidated high-value district between Marbella and Estepona. The location profile also differs structurally. Torre del Mar and much of Mijas sit on the eastern side of Málaga, further from the marina economy that defines this stretch of coast. Estepona is closer, roughly 20 minutes along the coast, but its new-build supply sits in a newer, less saturated urban context. Here, the buyer trades new construction for immediate density of amenity: 73 restaurants, a hospital at 1.3 km, three golf courses within 2.8 km and a beach at 686 m. Against other Marbella micro-markets, the property sits at the flat, sea-level end of the spectrum. Hillside areas of Nueva Andalucía and Benahavís offer more seclusion and views but demand a car for every errand and involve steeper terrain. This address works on foot, which is rare in the municipality at any price point. Market activity in the area is substantial, with 4,743 housing transactions per year recorded for the wider zone, indicating liquidity. The long-run fundamentals, 41 primary schools, 5 health centres, a six-month swimming season and an average annual temperature of 19.2°C, support year-round habitation rather than purely seasonal use, which is the relevant comparison frame for a resale home of this size and price.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The penthouse stands in a built-up urban environment near the Puerto Banús marina, roughly 7 km from central Marbella. A supermarket lies 451 m away and a pharmacy 274 m, while Playa de Puerto Banús is 686 m away (straight-line). The area combines marina-side leisure with residential convenience; Málaga airport is about 45 km away. Distances cited are as the crow flies, so road travel can be longer.
The layout serves households needing three bedrooms and three bathrooms across 261 m², with a living room, dining area, independent kitchen and multiple terraces. Communal facilities include a pool, gym and gardens maintained within a gated compound. Two parking spaces and a storage room are included, which covers the practical needs of car ownership in a busy resort district.
This is not a new-build project. The property is an existing home completed in 2002 and is offered key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current state without waiting for construction. Any renovation or refurbishment would be the buyer's own responsibility. Delivery dates for existing homes depend on the purchase process rather than a developer's schedule.
The property does not include a private pool; swimming facilities are communal. No private garden is listed, only landscaped communal grounds. Data does not mention underfloor heating, a home automation system or solar panels. The building dates from 2002, so installations are over two decades old. Information on community fees, annual taxes and the homeowners' association budget is not provided.
This property fits buyers who want an established, move-in-ready home within walking distance of Puerto Banús rather than a project under construction. A household needing three bedrooms and three bathrooms across two levels, with substantial terraces and communal leisure facilities, will find the layout matched to full-time residence as well as extended stays. It also suits buyers who prioritise walkability. With a supermarket, pharmacy, bank and dozens of restaurants within a short radius, daily life can function without constant car use, which distinguishes this location from hillside or inland developments where a car is essential. Golf players are served by Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 2.2 km, The Range at 2.5 km and Magna Marbella Golf at 2.8 km, all within a few minutes' drive. Families considering longer-term residence should note 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the wider area, including the British International School at 4.8 km. It is less obviously suited to buyers seeking a secluded or quiet rural setting, or those wanting a private pool and garden; here those elements are communal. The 2002 construction date also means buyers prioritising brand-new build quality may prefer an off-plan alternative, accepting a longer wait and, in this region, likely a different location profile. Finally, buyers seeking value-led pricing should compare against lower-priced new-build options further along the coast, understanding that location accounts for most of the difference here.
The property was completed in 2002 and is listed in excellent condition, though specific material specifications are not itemised in the available data. The interior photography shows classically styled bedrooms with ornate headboards, fitted wardrobes and direct terrace access from several rooms, indicating a decorative scheme that leans traditional rather than minimalist. Technical comfort features are documented: air conditioning serves both heating and cooling modes, and a fireplace provides supplementary heat for cooler winter evenings, when average monthly temperatures drop to around 12°C. The presence of a lift in the building is relevant for a duplex configuration, easing movement between the entrance level, parking and the apartment itself. Outdoor space is a defining element. The penthouse has a covered terrace plus additional terracing, oriented south-west, with views recorded over sea, mountains, the communal garden, the pool and the urban surroundings. This spread of sightlines is consistent with an elevated position above the community grounds. The communal infrastructure includes a swimming pool, a gym and landscaped gardens within a gated compound with 24-hour security. Practical inclusions are two parking spaces and a storage room, both transferred with the title. As with any home of this age, a technical survey is the standard instrument for verifying the condition of the electrical installation, plumbing, roofing and window seals; the available data does not extend to those layers, so buyers should treat an inspection as a normal step in the purchase process rather than an afterthought.
The asking price is €4,200,000, fixed, for an existing duplex penthouse with 261 m² of living space, three bedrooms and three bathrooms, completed in 2002. Two parking spaces and a storage room are included in the sale. This places the property in the upper segment of the Marbella market; nearby new-build comparable 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) operate in a different price range and are not direct alternatives. Availability is immediate in the sense that the home is key-ready; the transfer timeline follows the standard Spanish purchase process rather than a construction schedule.
Daily life around this penthouse revolves around proximity and density. The supermarket sits 451 m away and a pharmacy 274 m, so routine shopping is a short walk. Within 2 km there are 73 restaurants, 9 cafés and 4 banks, which reflects the commercial intensity of the Puerto Banús and Nueva Andalucía belt. Playa de Puerto Banús lies 686 m away as the crow flies, making a morning swim or an evening stroll along the seafront a realistic routine for most of the year. The marina itself, 0.5 km away, functions as the district's social centre: shops, dining and people-watching in a setting that attracts around five million visitors annually. The south-west orientation of the terraces means the outdoor spaces receive afternoon and evening sun, suited to late lunches and sunset views over sea and mountains. Inside, the duplex arrangement separates sleeping quarters from the living areas, with fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms and air conditioning for both hot and cold periods, supplemented by a fireplace. The area is flat, with an average gradient of 0.3% towards the beach and an elevation of only 11 m, so walking and cycling are practical. Public transport covers the wider district through 9 lines and 50 stops, which reduces dependence on a car for local trips, although the two included parking spaces make regional travel straightforward. The rhythm here is urban rather than rural: busy in summer, quieter but still serviced in the off-season, with 52 hotels in the surrounding area keeping many businesses open year-round.
The immediate surroundings combine marina-side leisure with day-to-day practicality. Within 2 km the area counts 73 restaurants, 9 cafés, 4 pharmacies, 4 banks and a dentist, so the supply of services is unusually dense for a settlement of this size. A hospital lies 1.3 km away, and 5 health centres operate in the wider area, which matters for permanent residents rather than short-term visitors. Playa de Puerto Banús is 686 m away in a direct line, with Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.6 km and Playa de San Pedro at 2.8 km offering alternatives beyond the marina's immediate front. The Mirador del Muelle de Honor viewpoint, 0.5 km away, provides a nearby overlook of the port. The district is flat and low-lying, 11 m above sea level with a 0.3% gradient towards the sea, which makes the whole immediate area walkable and cyclable. Nine public transport lines and 50 stops connect the area to Marbella, San Pedro and Estepona, and an EV charging point stands 325 m from the property, with Tesla Superchargers at Marbella (3.4 km) and Estepona (10 km). The character of the area shifts with the calendar: the summer months bring the peak of the port's roughly five million annual visitors, while the off-season is calmer but remains fully serviced thanks to the year-round hospitality infrastructure of 52 hotels and 12,781 beds.
The map shows the penthouse in relation to the marina, the nearest beaches and the golf courses of Nueva Andalucía. Markers include Playa de Puerto Banús (686 m), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.2 km) and Marbella centre (7 km). All distances are straight-line; road routes are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Puerto Banús sits at the south-western edge of Marbella in the Nueva Andalucía area, 7 km from Marbella's historic centre and 54 km from Málaga city. Along the Costa del Sol it occupies the established luxury segment between Marbella and Estepona. The location pairs marina-front commerce with the Golf Valley hinterland behind it, giving it a dual identity: resort entertainment at the front door, sport and residential calm a short drive inland. Regional connections run via the A-7 and AP-7 coastal corridors towards Málaga airport (46 km) and Gibraltar (51 km).
Beaches are the closest amenity: Playa de Puerto Banús at 686 m and Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.6 km, both straight-line figures, with actual walking routes slightly longer. Marbella centre lies 7 km away, Málaga city 54 km and Algeciras 59 km, placing the property in the central-western stretch of the Costa del Sol. Air access runs through Malaga-Costa del Sol airport at roughly 46 km, with Gibraltar airport at 51 km as an alternative for northern arrivals. Distances are as the crow flies; road travel times exceed the direct figures, and traffic around Marbella in high season should be factored into planning. Golf is well represented: Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 2.2 km, The Range golf lessons at 2.5 km and Magna Marbella Golf at 2.8 km. Sports facilities include Polideportivo San Pedro (2.2 km), Rocodromo (2.8 km) and CrossFit Marbella (3.2 km). Everyday services, supermarket at 451 m, pharmacy at 274 m, hospital at 1.3 km, make the location practical for daily errands without a car, though the two parking spaces cover longer regional trips.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 46 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 51 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 19.2°C, with monthly averages ranging from 12°C in winter to 26°C in summer. The swimming season extends to six months, during which sea temperatures hold at or above 20°C, so water-based recreation is not confined to August. Air conditioning in both hot and cold modes, plus a fireplace, matches the actual seasonal spread: warm dry summers and mild but occasionally cool winters. The terrain is essentially flat: 11 m elevation with a 0.3% gradient towards the beach. There are no hills to negotiate on foot between the property and the seafront, which distinguishes this location from the hillside developments of Benahavís or the upper Nueva Andalucía streets. Natural surroundings beyond the urban fabric include the Mediterranean coastline and the mountain views recorded from the terraces, with the Sierra Blanca range visible inland from Marbella on clear days. Nature in the immediate vicinity is largely landscaped, the communal gardens and the seafront promenade, rather than wild, consistent with a built-up marina district.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, Playa de Puerto Banús, is 686 m away as the crow flies and anchors the local seaside routine. Further options spread westwards: Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.6 km, Playa de San Pedro at 2.8 km and Playa de Nagüeles at 3.7 km, giving residents a choice between the busy port-front sections and the longer stretches towards San Pedro. Golf forms the second recreational pillar. Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, one of the established courses of the "Golf Valley" of Nueva Andalucía, lies 2.2 km away, with The Range at 2.5 km for practice sessions and Magna Marbella Golf at 2.8 km. Three courses within three kilometres is a density few Spanish locations match. Water sports and marina activities operate from Puerto Deportivo José Banús, 0.5 km distant, with further marinas at Marbella (6.3 km) and La Bajadilla (7.6 km). For land-based sport, Polideportivo San Pedro, a climbing wall at Rocodromo and CrossFit Marbella cover indoor options. The viewpoint at Mirador del Muelle de Honor, 0.5 km away, rounds off a recreation profile that is urban, coastal and golf-oriented rather than hiking-focused.
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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