This duplex penthouse is located in the Aqua residential development in San Pedro de Alcántara, part of the municipality of Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 115 m² of living space with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a private rooftop terrace with jacuzzi, and was completed in 2017. The asking price is fixed at €849,900. The beach at Playa de San Pedro lies approximately 1.6 km away as the crow flies, and the surrounding area provides a wide range of everyday amenities within walking or short driving distance, including restaurants, shops and schools.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
San Pedro de Alcántara is a town within the municipality of Marbella, situated on the western Costa del Sol. The penthouse lies close to the town centre, with Playa de San Pedro approximately 1.6 km away in a straight line. Marbella is 10 km away and Puerto Deportivo José Banus 3.4 km. The location combines urban conveniences with proximity to the sea, golf courses and the A-7 coastal corridor.
The property suits buyers seeking a low-maintenance home with generous outdoor space. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, air conditioning, fitted wardrobes, WiFi and lift access cover daily functional needs. The upper floor allows for the creation of a third bedroom or home office. Two underground parking spaces and a storage room are included, which is practical for a permanent residence or a second home.
This is an existing home, completed in 2017 and described as key-ready. The Aqua development is therefore established rather than under construction, meaning the buyer purchases a finished property with immediate availability. The building includes a lift and a communal swimming pool. No construction phases or waiting periods apply; the transaction follows the standard resale purchase process in Spain.
The property offers two bedrooms in its current configuration; a third bedroom requires conversion works by the buyer. The plot has no private garden or private pool, outdoor bathing relies on the communal pool and the private jacuzzi. Parking is underground garage-based rather than open. The orientation is west-facing, which means morning sun on the main terrace is limited. No cadastral or energy performance details are stated here.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple or small family seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol will find the walkable amenities, proximity to a school within 2 km and the lift-accessible layout practical for year-round living. Buyers of a second home or holiday residence benefit from the low-maintenance nature of an apartment within a managed development with a communal pool, plus the two parking spaces for arrivals by car. Those wanting flexible space, a guest room, a work-from-home office or a third bedroom for growing children, can use the convertible upper-floor area. Investors may consider the rental potential of a two-bathroom, two-bedroom penthouse near the beach and Puerto Banus, although rental returns should be assessed separately. The property is less self-evident for buyers who want a private garden, a private pool or four or more bedrooms; those requirements point towards villa typologies elsewhere in the region.
The home dates from 2017, which places it within the contemporary Spanish build standard: modern open-plan layouts, large window openings and current installation techniques. The kitchen connects with the dining and living areas in an open configuration, which is typical for this construction period and supports natural light distribution throughout the day. Climate control consists of air conditioning, a practical feature for the warmest months when average monthly temperatures reach around 26 °C. Fitted wardrobes provide storage in the bedrooms. The condition is described as good, consistent with a property roughly eight years old that has been maintained. Outdoor areas include the lower terrace off the living room and the rooftop solarium with jacuzzi. The development provides a lift running from the underground garage directly to the apartment's floor, and two private parking spaces plus a storage room are included. Buyers conducting due diligence should verify the technical installation reports, the community's maintenance records and the jacuzzi's service history through the standard survey and notary process, as with any resale property in Spain.
The property is offered at a fixed asking price of €849,900. This is an existing, key-ready home completed in 2017, so no price list or unit variations apply. The price reflects a duplex penthouse typology with 115 m² of living space, a private rooftop terrace with jacuzzi, two underground parking spaces and a storage room. Buyers should additionally budget for the standard Spanish purchase costs, transfer tax (ITP), notary and land registry fees, as well as annual running costs such as community fees and IBI. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the seller's situation and the standard resale process.
Daily life in this duplex penthouse is organised across two levels. The lower floor contains the living room, dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a first terrace accessible from the living room. The upper floor holds the large private rooftop terrace with space for outdoor dining, loungers and a jacuzzi, plus the area that can be converted into a third bedroom or home office. The west-facing orientation places the main outdoor hours in the afternoon and evening, which suits the Spanish daily rhythm of late dinners on the terrace and sunset views towards the sea and mountains. The neighbourhood supports a walkable routine. Within 2 km there are 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies and 11 banks, alongside a school. Supermarkets, playgrounds and the promenade of San Pedro lie within walking distance according to the seller's description. Sports facilities such as the Polideportivo San Pedro (1.1 km straight-line) and the Rocodromo climbing centre (0.7 km) are close by, making regular exercise practical without long car journeys. The communal pool and the lift simplify both leisure and practical logistics such as shopping and luggage. For households that rely partly on public transport, the area is served by 10 lines with 50 stops, reducing dependence on a car for local trips.
San Pedro de Alcántara functions as a full-fledged town within Marbella municipality rather than a resort enclave, which shapes daily life: shops, schools and health services operate year-round. Within 2 km of the property the data lists 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies, 11 banks and a school, and the wider area counts 41 primary schools, 28 secondary schools and 5 health centres. The beach at Playa de San Pedro is 1.6 km away in a straight line, with an average gradient of 3.3%, a moderate, walkable slope for most people. Marbella centre lies 10 km away, Puerto Deportivo José Banus 3.4 km, and Estepona is reachable westwards along the A-7. Public transport covers the town with 10 lines and 50 stops. A car remains convenient for regional trips, golf courses, international schools and the airport, but is not strictly necessary for daily errands. The tourism footprint is significant (52 hotels, 12,781 beds in the area), so summer months bring noticeably more activity, while the residential base keeps the town functioning outside the season.
The map shows the property's position in San Pedro de Alcántara, roughly 1.6 km from the beach and 3.4 km from Puerto Banus. Distances shown are straight-line; actual road distances can be longer. The pins mark nearby golf courses, beaches, sports facilities and marinas within the surrounding area.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
San Pedro de Alcántara occupies a middle position on the western Costa del Sol: west of Marbella centre (10 km), east of Estepona, and immediately adjacent to Puerto Banus (3.4 km). This places the property in one of the region's most established coastal corridors, between the premium Marbella-Banus market and the more moderately priced Estepona area. The regional context includes Málaga (57 km) with its airport at roughly 48 km, and Gibraltar at a similar distance to the west. Within this stretch, San Pedro is positioned as a genuine town with year-round services rather than a seasonal resort.
Key distances, measured in a straight line: Playa de San Pedro 1.6 km, Playa Canina Ventura del Mar 1.9 km, Puerto Deportivo José Banus 3.4 km and three golf courses, Magna Marbella Golf (2.3 km), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.8 km) and El Higueral Golf (3.2 km). Marbella lies 10 km away, while Málaga city and Algeciras are both 57 km distant. Two airports serve the area: Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) at roughly 48 km and Gibraltar (GIB) at roughly 49 km, road travel times to both are longer than the straight-line figures suggest. Electric-vehicle charging is available at the Marbella Supercharger (6.1 km) and a Supercharger near Estepona (7.2 km). International schools include The International School of Estepona (4.1 km) and the British International School (7.5 km). By car, the A-7 and AP-7 corridors connect the town along the coast; locally, the dense amenity cluster means most daily destinations are within a few minutes' drive or a walk.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 48 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 49 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 19.0 °C and monthly averages ranging from 12 °C in the coolest months to 26 °C in summer. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of at least 20 °C, lasts about five months, typically from late spring to early autumn. The town sits at a low elevation of 53 metres above sea level, so there are no significant climbs involved in daily life; the 3.3% gradient towards the beach is moderate. The west-facing orientation of the penthouse means the rooftop terrace receives afternoon and evening sun, aligning with outdoor dining and sunset use, while mornings are cooler on the terrace. For walks and nature, the viewpoints at Mirador del Muelle de Honor (3.3 km) and Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos (4.9 km) offer scenic destinations nearby, and the mountain views from the upper terrace are a fixed feature of the property's outlook.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, Playa de San Pedro, is 1.6 km away as the crow flies, with Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.9 km and Playa Atalaya at 3.5 km. The wider Marbella municipality holds Blue Flag beaches, including Guadalmina and Venus-Bajadilla, indicating recognised water quality and services. Golf is well represented: Magna Marbella Golf (2.3 km), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.8 km) and El Higueral Golf (3.2 km) all lie within a short drive, giving residents three courses effectively on the doorstep. For other sports, the Polideportivo San Pedro (1.1 km), the Apolo centre (1.0 km) and the Rocodromo climbing facility (0.7 km) cover indoor and outdoor training. The two marinas within reach, Puerto Deportivo José Banus (3.4 km) and Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen in Marbella (9.2 km), add sailing, dining and strolling options to the recreational mix.
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: VL361695
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Costa del Sol and adjacent coastal markets, this penthouse occupies a different segment from the current new-build comparables. 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 off-plan or new developments in the eastern and western extremities of the coast, where land values and build costs per square metre are lower than in the Marbella-San Pedro corridor. At €849,900 for 115 m², this property prices at roughly €7,390 per m² of living space, a level consistent with the established Marbella municipality market, where proximity to Puerto Banus, the beaches of San Pedro and three nearby golf courses supports higher values than in Torre del Mar or central Mijas. The comparison also reflects typology: this is a duplex penthouse with a private solarium, jacuzzi and two parking spaces, features that typically carry a premium over standard apartments in the from-price ranges cited. Buyers weighing alternatives should note the trade-off: the from-price projects offer brand-new construction and payment schedules spread over the build, while this resale offers immediate availability, a finished rooftop layout and a location deeper within the mature Marbella market. Transaction volume in the area, 4,743 housing transactions per year locally, indicates an active, liquid market with regular resale activity. Which option suits a given buyer depends on priorities regarding timing, budget and location within the region.
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