A two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground floor apartment of 60 m² in the El Ingenio area of San Pedro de Alcántara, Marbella municipality. The property was completed in 2023 and is key-ready, with a fixed asking price of €300,000. The apartment has an open-plan living and dining area with a fully fitted kitchen, marble-effect flooring and air conditioning in the living area and both bedrooms. Playa de San Pedro lies approximately 1.6 km away as the crow flies. The location is urban and beachside, within walking distance of shops, restaurants and other daily amenities.
Within the western Costa del Sol, San Pedro de Alcántara holds a middle position in the market hierarchy. Marbella centre, 10 km away, commands the higher price bands for comparable floor areas; Puerto Banús, 3.4 km east, sits above that again. San Pedro's beachside neighbourhoods, including El Ingenio, generally price below central Marbella while remaining within the same municipality, a distinction that matters for both service provision and long-term value perception. At €300,000 for 60 m², this property translates to roughly €5,000 per square metre. Set against comparable new-build projects in the wider region, the figure is consistent with coastal Málaga province pricing: Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those projects are developments with communal facilities such as pools and, in most cases, included parking, amenities this property does not offer, so the comparison is contextual rather than direct. The trade is essentially location and readiness against facilities: an older-format town setting with immediate delivery versus new-build stock with shared amenities further from established centres. Demand-side data supports the area's liquidity: 4,743 housing transactions per year are recorded locally, and the tourism base of 52 hotels sustains a rental market. Infrastructure access is comparable to or better than neighbouring towns, with Málaga and Gibraltar airports each roughly 48-49 km away in a straight line. Buyers weighing alternatives along the coast should consider whether the Marbella-municipality address and walkable town fabric outweigh the absence of a pool and private parking, the two clearest differentiators against purpose-built developments in Estepona, Mijas or Torre del Mar.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in El Ingenio, a residential area on the beach side of San Pedro de Alcántara, part of the municipality of Marbella. Marbella town centre lies roughly 10 km away as the crow flies, while the beach at Playa de San Pedro is about 1.6 km. The neighbourhood is urban in character, with shops, cafés and restaurants in the immediate surroundings rather than in an isolated resort setting.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably: two bedrooms, two bathrooms including an en-suite, and an open-plan living space with a fitted kitchen and integrated appliances. Fitted wardrobes, double glazing and air conditioning units in the main rooms cover year-round comfort. At 60 m², storage and circulation space are modest, which suits buyers prioritising low-maintenance living over generous square footage.
Construction was completed in 2023, so the apartment is finished and available immediately, no off-plan waiting period applies. Delivery dates stated by sellers are always indicative, but in this case the build phase is over and the property is key-ready. Finishes follow a contemporary specification: marble-effect flooring, recessed lighting and modern sanitary ware, reflecting the standard of recently delivered coastal stock.
The property does not include private parking, a garage space, a private garden or a swimming pool; parking is on-street. Views are of the street rather than open or sea aspects, and the orientation is west facing, which affects the timing of direct sunlight during the day. The living area of 60 m² is compact for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout. No storage room or communal facilities are listed.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a compact, finished home near the coast without renovation work will find the checklist largely covered: modern finishes, air conditioning, double glazing and two bathrooms. Buyers relocating to the Marbella area who want to test the lifestyle before committing to a larger purchase can use it as a low-maintenance foothold, nothing here requires a project or a phased budget. Investors form a third group. The property is listed in the investment category, and the local market shows substantial activity, with 4,743 housing transactions per year recorded in the area, alongside year-round tourism demand from 52 hotels. The two-bedroom format is a widely lettable configuration for both holiday and residential rentals, though any rental yield assessment requires separate analysis of local rates and regulations. Practical considerations narrow the fit as well. Households needing private parking, a pool or generous living space should look elsewhere; parking is on-street and there is no communal pool listed. The 60 m² footprint suits one or two occupants rather than a family with children, despite the presence of a school within 2 km and 41 primary schools in the broader area. Buyers attached to views should note the street-facing aspect. Conversely, the absence of a car dependency is a genuine advantage here: amenities, public transport and the beach are all within practical reach. In short, the profile matches a buyer who values location and readiness over space and facilities, and for whom the price point secures a completed property in the Marbella municipality rather than a larger unit further from the coast.
The finishing standard reflects a 2023 build delivered to a contemporary coastal specification. Flooring throughout is marble-effect porcelain, a practical choice for a beachside property: it is hard-wearing, easy to clean and tolerates sand and humidity better than timber. The kitchen is fully fitted with sleek white cabinetry, integrated appliances and ample storage, a complete installation rather than a part-equipped space. Both bathrooms are finished in a modern register, with vanity units and shower enclosures; one is en-suite to the principal bedroom. Recessed ceiling lighting gives the main room even illumination without surface fittings. Climate control is handled by individual wall-mounted air-conditioning units in the living area and both bedrooms, allowing room-by-room regulation. Double glazing supports thermal and acoustic comfort, which is relevant on a street-facing orientation with urban views. Fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms provide internal storage, an important point in a 60 m² layout where freestanding furniture would compress the living space. Security is basic but functional: an entry phone system controls building access. On the technical side, the property is connected to mains electricity and benefits from recent construction, meaning current building regulations applied to the delivery. Points to verify during a viewing, as with any recently completed property, include the quality of the ventilation in the bathrooms, the acoustics of the ground floor position relative to street activity, and the fine detail of snagging, the small defects that typically surface in the first year of occupation. No private parking, storage room or outdoor terrace is included in the listed features, so the internal specification carries the full weight of the property's quality proposition. Overall, the materials and installations are consistent with what buyers should expect from well-specified 2023 stock on this stretch of the coast: modern, coherent and serviceable rather than premium-grade.
The asking price is a fixed €300,000, this is an existing, completed home rather than a new-build development with a price list. For context within the regional market, comparable new-build projects start from roughly €205,000 in Mijas (Lantana Residencial), €269,950 in Torre del Mar (Aquamar) and €321,000 in Estepona (Etherna Homes 2), though unit sizes and specifications differ. At €300,000 for 60 m², this property reflects pricing of about €5,000 per square metre, positioned by its location in the Marbella municipality rather than by floor area. Availability is immediate given the key-ready status. Buyers should treat all stated dates and figures as indicative and verify current availability directly.
Daily life here is anchored in an established, walkable neighbourhood rather than a gated resort. The El Ingenio area places everyday services within a short walk: the surrounding streets carry a density of small commerce typical of San Pedro beachside, and the broader area within 2 km includes 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies and 11 bank branches. That concentration means groceries, a pharmacy visit or a coffee rarely require a car. The apartment's own role in that rhythm is straightforward. It is a ground floor unit with a west-facing aspect, so the living space receives its direct light in the afternoon and early evening, worth noting for buyers who value morning sun. The open-plan living and kitchen area functions as the single main room, with the two bedrooms and two bathrooms off it; the en-suite arrangement reduces morning congestion for a two-person household. Being 2023 stock, the practical layer is largely resolved: double glazing, air conditioning in living area and bedrooms, fitted wardrobes and an entry phone. The property was built for efficiency of space rather than spaciousness. The rhythm of the area shifts with the seasons. Summer brings the tourist weight of a Costa del Sol town with 52 hotels and nearly 13,000 beds in the wider locality, while the off-season months return to a predominantly Spanish residential tempo. The beach is roughly 1.6 km away in a straight line, an easy walk or short cycle for most, though the return journey involves a moderate gradient of about 3.3%. For errands further afield, ten public transport lines with 50 stops serve the town, and Marbella centre is about a 15-minute drive. In short, this is a low-maintenance base for coastal town living, with the trade-offs typical of that format: compact interior, street views and no private outdoor space beyond the dwelling itself.
The surroundings operate at the scale of a consolidated coastal town. Within 2 km, the amenity count is substantial: 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies, 11 banks and a school, meaning nearly all daily needs are met on foot or by a short drive. Healthcare is covered by 5 health centres in the locality, and the education offering, 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the wider area, supports permanent residence as well as holiday use. Sports facilities are close at hand: the Rocodromo climbing centre is 0.7 km away (straight-line), the Apolo sports centre 1.0 km and the Polideportivo San Pedro municipal complex 1.1 km. For a town of its size, the transport network is workable, 10 bus lines and 50 stops, though most residents still use a car for longer trips. Marbella centre lies 10 km away as the crow flies, and Puerto Deportivo José Banús, the area's most prominent marina with its retail and dining offer, is 3.4 km. The environment is urban rather than secluded. Street activity, seasonal tourism and road noise are part of the package in a beachside neighbourhood; the apartment's street views and west orientation place it within that rhythm. Buyers seeking quiet or panoramas would need to look at hillside locations, accepting longer distances to the beach in exchange. Distances cited are straight-line; actual road distances and travel times are longer.
The map shows the apartment's position in El Ingenio, on the beach side of San Pedro de Alcántara. Playa de San Pedro lies 1.6 km to the south-west as the crow flies; Puerto Banús is 3.4 km east. Golf courses cluster to the north within 3.2 km, and Marbella centre sits 10 km along the coast.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
San Pedro de Alcántara occupies a specific position within the Marbella municipality: less polished than Puerto Banús three kilometres to the east, more residential and Spanish in character, and generally more accessible in price. Within the region, it sits between Marbella centre (10 km) and Estepona, with Algeciras and Málaga both roughly 57 km away in straight-line terms. This places the property in the western Costa del Sol's consolidated zone, the stretch where infrastructure, healthcare and year-round services are most developed. For buyers comparing locations along the coast, the distinguishing factor here is the combination of Marbella-municipality address with a genuine town fabric rather than a resort enclave.
The beach at Playa de San Pedro is 1.6 km away as the crow flies, with a moderate gradient of about 3.3% on the return, noticeable on foot, manageable by bike. Alternative beaches include Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.9 km and Playa Atalaya at 3.5 km. Marbella town lies 10 km in a straight line, roughly a 15-minute drive in normal traffic. Two airports serve the area: Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at approximately 48 km straight-line, generally around a 40-minute drive, and Gibraltar (GIB) at about 49 km, useful for UK connections. Golf is a defining feature of the surroundings: Magna Marbella Golf sits 2.3 km away, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas 2.8 km and El Higueral 3.2 km. Electric-vehicle owners can use the Marbella Supercharger at 6.1 km or the Estepona Supercharger at 7.2 km. Public transport covers the town with 10 lines and 50 stops. Parking for this property is on-street only, which is a practical consideration during the summer months when demand in beachside areas rises.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 48 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 49 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data supports the coastal-lifestyle proposition. The average annual temperature is 19.0°C, with monthly averages ranging from 12°C in the coolest months to 26°C in high summer. The swimming season extends to roughly five months, during which sea temperatures reach at least 20°C, a longer aquatic window than on the Atlantic coast of Iberia. San Pedro sits at a modest 53 metres above sea level, so there are no significant altitude effects on temperature or breathing comfort. The gradient between the town and the beach is about 3.3%, moderate enough for walking and cycling for most people. The west-facing orientation of the apartment means afternoon and evening sun in the main living space, with shade in the morning, a pattern suited to late-day use of the interior and to the Spanish rhythm of evening meals and terrace culture in the wider neighbourhood. Beyond the urban fabric, natural points of interest include the Mirador del Muelle de Honor viewpoint 3.3 km away and the Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos at 4.9 km, both offering coastal perspectives. No specific air-quality or rainfall figures are available for this location in the dataset.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The immediate coastline offers variety within a short radius. Playa de San Pedro, the nearest beach at 1.6 km straight-line, is the town's principal urban beach and a short walk or cycle from El Ingenio. Playa Canina Ventura del Mar (1.9 km) is a designated dog beach, a relatively rare facility on this coast and useful for pet-owning residents. Playa Atalaya (3.5 km) offers a further option towards Estepona. The wider area holds two Blue Flag beaches, Guadalmina and Venus-Bajadilla, an international benchmark for water quality and services. Recreation extends beyond the sand. Three golf courses sit within 3.2 km: Magna Marbella Golf (2.3 km), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.8 km), one of the coast's established championship venues, and El Higueral Golf (3.2 km). For structured sport, the Rocodromo climbing facility (0.7 km), the Apolo centre (1.0 km) and the municipal Polideportivo San Pedro (1.1 km) cover indoor and outdoor disciplines. Puerto Deportivo José Banús, 3.4 km away, adds marina-based leisure, boat trips and a concentration of dining and shopping. The tourism infrastructure, 52 hotels and 12,781 beds, sustains a wide restaurant and entertainment offer year-round.
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap
San Pedro Alcántara is a town in the municipality of Marbella, in Andalucía, Spain. It is a tourist destination of the Costa del Sol.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.6°C | 80 mm |
| February | 13.5°C | 47 mm |
| March | 14.5°C | 154 mm |
| April | 16.5°C | 70 mm |
| May | 19.7°C | 27 mm |
| June | 23.6°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.8°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 28 mm |
| October | 20.4°C | 72 mm |
| November | 16.0°C | 89 mm |
| December | 13.8°C | 80 mm |
Moderate
Ref: VL449026
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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