A key-ready townhouse of 286 m² in the established Río Real Golf residential area, east of Marbella. The property offers three bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, four bathrooms in total, a guest WC, a south-facing orientation with sea views from the rooftop terrace, and a private pool. Built in 1979 and in liveable condition, the home would benefit from cosmetic updating. The asking price is fixed at €975,000. Distances in this report are straight-line unless stated otherwise; delivery and condition notes are indicative.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Río Real is a residential golf area roughly 6 km from central Marbella and 42 km from Málaga city. The setting is inland of the coastal road, at approximately 178 m elevation, with the golf course forming the immediate surroundings. Amenities within 2 km are limited to one restaurant, so a car is part of daily life here. The area sits between Marbella's urban facilities and the quieter hills towards Ojén.
The property suits buyers prioritising space, privacy and outdoor living: 286 m² of living area, an entrance terrace, two large first- and second-floor terraces, an unused rooftop solarium, and a covered garage for two cars plus bicycles. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, which works well for guests or a multi-generational household. Air conditioning, a storage room and full furnishing are included.
This is not a new-build development. The townhouse was completed in 1979 and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied immediately. Its condition is described as good, fair and in need of renovation depending on the area of the house; cosmetic updating is recommended, and access between floors is via stairs, although some neighbours have installed lifts. Any renovation timeline or lift feasibility would need to be verified separately.
The project does not offer new-build guarantees, a developer payment structure or a communal spa and gym complex typical of modern developments. Only one restaurant lies within 2 km, and daily shopping requires a drive. The rooftop terrace is currently unused and unfitted. A lift is absent, and installing one depends on structural feasibility. Condition varies, so parts of the interior require renovation investment beyond the asking price.
Ref: VL816650
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable buyer situations. A family relocating to the Marbella area benefits from three en-suite bedrooms, meaning teenagers or visiting relatives keep their own bathrooms, plus a four-bathroom configuration that reduces morning congestion. Golfers and second-home buyers gain frontline position on the course, with the pool and terraces covering the holiday-home checklist in one purchase. Buyers with a renovation mindset get a structurally generous 1979 property where cosmetic updating, kitchens, bathrooms, fittings, can be phased without waiting for a developer's completion date, and where the result can approach villa-like space at a townhouse footprint. Investors may note the announced transformation of the former Incosol hotel into the Oakmond Marbella hospitality, health and wellness complex, which represents new investment in the immediate area. The home is less suited to buyers wanting a turnkey designer interior: condition is mixed, and renovation is listed as required alongside good and fair condition. It also does not suit households needing step-free access throughout, since stairs connect the levels and a lift, while possibly feasible given neighbours' examples, is not installed. Finally, buyers who prefer walking-distance shops and nightlife should note that Marbella centre is about 6 km away by straight line, so a car is a daily tool rather than an occasional one.
As a 1979 build, the house reflects the construction standards of its era: solid proportions, generous room sizes and a layout organised across multiple floors with terraces at each level. Interior images show a kitchen with white cabinetry and granite worktops, tiled floors and a living room with sea views, functional rather than contemporary. The condition data lists the property as good, fair and in need of renovation simultaneously, which in practice means habitable spaces alongside dated finishes; buyers should treat a cosmetic updating budget as part of the purchase calculation. Technical comforts already present include air conditioning, a private pool, covered terraces, a solarium, a storage room and en-suite bathrooms throughout. The garage is at street level with covered parking for multiple vehicles. Two structural aspects deserve attention. First, vertical circulation is by stairs; several neighbours have retrofitted lifts, so a comparable solution could be investigated, subject to structural assessment and community approval. Second, a full renovation would unlock the property's proportions, 286 m² with sea views and three tiers of outdoor space, allowing installation of modern insulation, glazing and systems alongside a contemporary layout. Buyers are advised to commission an independent technical survey to confirm the state of wiring, plumbing and damp-proofing typical of buildings of this age before committing.
The asking price is fixed at €975,000 for the whole property; this is an existing home, not a price-list project, so no unit variation or
Daily life in this Río Real townhouse revolves around its layered layout and outdoor spaces. Mornings can start on the south-facing entrance terrace, with sun through most of the day given the orientation. The living room looks out over greenery towards the sea, and the kitchen is separate, allowing cooking and living areas to function independently. The first and second floors each carry a large terrace, the upper one larger still, so dining, reading and drying swimwear do not compete for the same square metres. The rooftop solarium, currently unused, is the largest untapped asset: a pergola, loungers and an outdoor kitchen with barbecue are all realistic additions, and the sea views from this level are a defining feature of the house. Practical logistics are well arranged. The street-level garage holds two cars and bicycles, avoiding the scramble for visitor parking common in older communities. A private pool sits with the property rather than shared with dozens of neighbours. The rhythm of the area is quiet and residential: golf-course frontage on one side, low-rise housing around, and Marbella's restaurants, marinas and supermarkets a short drive west. With 48 hotels and over 12,600 tourist beds in the wider area, the immediate surroundings still feel removed from the busiest coastal strips because the golf course acts as a buffer. Evenings tend to be spent on the terraces rather than in traffic; the setting rewards residents who enjoy being at home as much as going out.
The Río Real setting places daily life in a green corridor between Marbella and the hills. Within 2 km there is one restaurant, so most errands, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, take place in Marbella, roughly 6 km away as the crow flies, an easy drive along the coastal axis. Healthcare is well covered regionally, with five health centres recorded in the area intelligence, and education options are substantial: 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools, including the English International College at 6.5 km and the British International School at 7.1 km straight-line. Leisure infrastructure clusters between 5 and 8 km: the marinas of Marbella (Marina Marbella at 4.9 km, La Bajadilla at 5.0 km, Puerto Pesquero at 5.1 km) for waterfront dining and boat trips; golf at Greenlife Golf Driving Range (6.9 km), Greenlife Golf Marbella (7.3 km) and Santa María Golf & Country Club (7.7 km) in addition to the adjacent Río Real course. Sports halls sit within 5 km, and a Tesla supercharger is available at 8.6 km. Several viewpoints, Mirador de Ojén at 2.2 km among them, mark the transition to hill walking country. Public transport exists (9 lines, 50 stops), but frequency and reach make a car the practical choice.
The map shows the property's position on the eastern edge of Marbella, embedded in the Río Real Golf area at modest elevation above the coast. Marbella centre lies about 6 km west; viewpoints in the hills rise within 2–5 km. Zoom out to trace the coastline towards Málaga airport, roughly 34 km north-east.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, Río Real occupies a specific niche: east Marbella's golf corridor, close enough to the town's marinas and old quarter for convenience, far enough inland for quiet and green outlooks. Marbella, with nearly 148,000 inhabitants, provides the full urban layer. Málaga city and its airport lie 34–42 km to the north-east, while Algeciras and Gibraltar mark the western anchor of the region. Compared with the high-density blocks of Marbella's Golden Mile or the large new-build estates of Estepona, Río Real offers established, lower-density housing around a single golf course, a position that appeals to buyers trading resort facilities for space and tranquillity.
Accessibility works on two levels. Locally, the A-7 coastal motorway connects Río Real to Marbella centre in minutes and to the wider Costa del Sol; the property's own two-car garage removes parking friction entirely. Regionally, Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies roughly 34 km straight-line to the north-east, typically under 40 minutes by car outside peak times; Gibraltar Airport is about 63 km west. Algeciras, at 71 km, connects to ferry routes to North Africa. Beach access requires a short drive from the 178 m elevation, and the nearest marinas cluster around 5 km. For visiting guests, the area's 48 hotels and 12,606 beds mean accommodation near the house is rarely a problem in any season. EV drivers will find the Marbella Supercharger 8.6 km away. The nearest restaurant is within 2 km, but groceries, schools and healthcare all sit in Marbella itself.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 63 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data supports year-round residence rather than a pure summer season. The average annual temperature is 18.3°C, and the swimming season, when sea water holds at 20°C or above, lasts about four months, typically June through September. At 178 m elevation on the lower slopes towards Ojén, the property sits slightly above the coastal strip, which softens summer heat and opens the sea views from the rooftop. The south-facing orientation maximises sun exposure on the terraces and solarium through the day. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half-year, so terraces remain usable most of the year, though the rooftop solarium will need shade planning for July and August. The nearby Mirador de Ojén at 2.2 km signals how quickly the terrain rises into walking and hiking country, giving residents both coastal and mountain leisure within a short radius. Local public holidays number 32 per year, reflecting Andalusia's full festival calendar.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Recreation options spread across coast and hills. The nearest marinas, Marina Marbella, La Bajadilla and the Puerto Pesquero, lie between 4.9 and 5.1 km straight-line and provide the classic Costa del Sol mix of beach clubs, chiringuitos and waterfront strolls. Golf is the defining nearby sport: the house sits frontline on Río Real Golf, with Greenlife Golf (6.9 km), Greenlife Golf Marbella (7.3 km) and Santa María Golf & Country Club (7.7 km) adding alternatives within a ten-minute drive. Indoor and team sports are covered by Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (4.8 km) and the rhythmic gymnastics hall (4.9 km). For walkers and cyclists, the viewpoints at Ojén (2.2 km), Mirador del Corzo (4.4 km) and Mirador de los Gitanos (4.6 km) mark hillside routes with panoramic coast views. The private pool covers daily swimming at home, and the rooftop solarium offers space for an outdoor kitchen and barbecue area once fitted.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.0°C | 61 mm |
| February | 12.8°C | 38 mm |
| March | 14.0°C | 130 mm |
| April | 15.8°C | 58 mm |
| May | 19.0°C | 23 mm |
| June | 22.7°C | 6 mm |
| July | 25.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.0°C | 24 mm |
| October | 19.7°C | 71 mm |
| November | 15.4°C | 77 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 64 mm |
Set against current new-build offerings on the Costa del Sol, this Río Real townhouse competes on space rather than finish. Comparable new 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) sit in a different price band, but they sell apartments, typically a fraction of this property's 286 m², without private pool, three en-suite bedrooms, a two-car garage or a rooftop solarium with sea views. A buyer choosing this house is effectively exchanging brand-new specification for established substance: more square metres, more terraces and a frontline golf position in Marbella's eastern corridor, at the cost of a cosmetic renovation programme and 1979-era systems. Location-wise, Río Real differs from Torre del Mar and Mijas by belonging directly to the Marbella municipality, with the town's marinas, old quarter and international schools within a ten-minute drive, and with the announced Oakmond Marbella redevelopment of the former Incosol hotel signalling fresh investment in the immediate area. Compared with Estepona's newer, resort-style estates, Río Real is lower-density and quieter, with the golf course as a buffer against coastal traffic and tourism intensity. Market context also matters: the province records around 4,399 housing transactions per year with a median provincial income of €16,450, so properties of this size and price segment form a narrow segment of regional turnover. For buyers weighing a €975,000 budget between a new three-bedroom apartment on the coast and this property, the decision comes down to appetite for renovation against the desire for turnkey finishes, and to how much value is placed on space of a scale rarely found in townhouse form on this stretch of coast.
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