A building plot of 1,270 m² is offered for sale at a fixed asking price of €2,295,000 in the Los Porqueroles residential area of San Pedro de Alcántara, within the municipality of Marbella. The plot lies approximately 500 metres from the sea and some 750 metres from the town centre. Under current urban planning regulations, it permits the construction of one or two detached villas with a maximum buildable area of 35% (445 m²) across ground and first floors, plus a basement excluded from that limit. Málaga Airport is less than a 40-minute drive away.
Within the Costa del Sol land market, this plot's distinguishing feature is its position inside the Marbella municipality, 3.4 km straight-line from Puerto Banús and 10 km from Marbella centre, a coastal-urban setting that most building plots in the region cannot match. Comparable new-build offerings listed in the wider region are apartment developments at a different scale and price point: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those projects deliver finished homes at per-unit prices well below this plot's €2,295,000 asking price, but they sit further from the Marbella-Banús corridor and offer no design control. A buyer choosing this land is effectively paying a locational premium, roughly €1,807 per m² of land, for proximity to Puerto Banús, walkable town amenities and two international schools within walking distance. The alternative route to a villa in this exact area would be buying an existing completed home, where supply is limited and prices in the Banús-Guadalmina belt typically exceed land-plus-build costs only at the premium end. San Pedro de Alcántara itself records 4,743 housing transactions per year, indicating an active and liquid local market, which matters for eventual resale of a newly built villa. The regional buyer profile here is international, and the median provincial income of €16,450 underlines that this segment operates largely on northern European and overseas demand rather than local purchasing power. Compared with hillside plots in Benahavís or Estepona, the flat 53-metre elevation and 3.3% gradient simplify construction, though sea views are less assured than on elevated sites.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The plot is situated in Los Porqueroles, a residential pocket of San Pedro de Alcántara, roughly 500 metres from the sea and 750 metres from the town centre. The seafront promenade connects the area towards Puerto Banús, which lies 3.4 km away as the crow flies. Playa de San Pedro is the nearest beach at 1.6 km in a straight line.
The plot suits buyers seeking to build a custom detached villa or two villas close to the coast without relying on a car for daily errands. Two international schools are within walking distance, and the town centre with its pharmacies, banks and cafés is reachable on foot. The buildable footprint of 445 m² plus basement allows substantial single-family accommodation.
This is a completed residential plot with no construction on it; delivery dates therefore do not apply. Any future villa would be newly built by the purchaser, subject to current planning rules: 35% maximum buildable area over ground and first floors, a permitted basement outside that limit, and a minimum 3-metre setback from plot boundaries. The plot itself is key-ready for development.
The offer contains land only, no dwelling, bedrooms, bathrooms or finished construction. Building volume is capped at 445 m² above ground under current regulations, which limits very large-scale projects. The plot can be enlarged or reduced on request with an adjusted price, but any modification depends on negotiation and municipal approval. Purchasers bear all design and permitting responsibility.
This plot fits a buyer who wants full control over design and construction in an established coastal location, rather than accepting a developer's specification. Typical situations include: a family intending to build a single large villa near international schools within walking distance; a buyer wishing to construct two detached villas, for example one to occupy and one to sell or let; or an investor assembling a custom project minutes from Puerto Banús. It also suits those who already know San Pedro de Alcántara and want to remain within walking distance of the centre and the beach. The regulatory framework, up to 445 m² above ground plus basement, on a 1,270 m² plot with 3-metre setbacks, determines what is achievable, so buyers should engage an architect early to test their programme against these limits. It is not suitable for buyers seeking immediate rental income, since no building exists on the land, nor for those wanting a turnkey home without a construction process of typically two to three years including design and permits. A car remains useful for reaching Marbella, golf courses and the airport, although daily errands are possible on foot.
As a plot sale, there are no finishes, materials or technical installations to describe, the quality of the eventual property will be determined entirely by the purchaser's build. What can be assessed factually is the land itself and its regulatory capacity. The plot measures 1,270 m² with a flat to gently sloping character indicated by a moderate 3.3% gradient towards the beach at 1.6 km straight-line distance, which simplifies construction and foundation work compared with hillside sites. Current planning allows a maximum buildable area of 35%, equal to 445 m², distributed over ground and first floors, with a permitted basement whose area falls outside the 35% cap, effectively allowing a total built footprint well beyond 445 m² including lower levels. The 3-metre minimum setback from boundaries defines the building envelope and garden margins. Elevation is a modest 53 metres above sea level, so sea views from an upper floor are plausible but not guaranteed and depend on neighbouring buildings and final design. Buyers should commission a geotechnical survey and confirm utility connections (water, electricity, drainage) as part of due diligence, since these determine build cost and timeline.
The plot is offered at a fixed asking price of €2,295,000 for 1,270 m² of residential land, which corresponds to roughly €1,807 per square metre. This is not a new-build price list; it is a single existing asset. The seller has indicated that the plot size can be increased or reduced upon request, with a corresponding adjustment to the purchase price, which offers some flexibility in matching a buyer's intended build volume to the land acquired. Any such adjustment would need confirmation in the purchase agreement. Comparable finished apartments elsewhere on the Costa del Sol start from around €205,000, which places this plot firmly in the land-bank and custom-build segment of the market rather than the general residential segment.
Daily life around this plot would revolve around the rhythm of San Pedro de Alcántara: a working Andalusian town that forms part of Marbella municipality, yet retains its own centre with shops, cafés and weekly routines. The plot sits in Los Porqueroles, a quiet residential street area described as exceptionally peaceful, about 750 metres from the centre, close enough to walk for bread, coffee or groceries, far enough to escape through-traffic. The sea is roughly 500 metres away, and the promenade that begins at Playa de San Pedro runs along the coast towards Puerto Banús and Marbella, making evening walks by the water a realistic habit rather than an occasional outing. For families, two international schools are within walking distance, and the wider area counts 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools. Healthcare is covered by five health centres in the vicinity. Within 2 km there are 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies and 11 banks, meaning daily needs are met without driving. Sports facilities are unusually close: a climbing wall (Rocodromo) at 0.7 km, the Apolo centre at 1.0 km and Polideportivo San Pedro at 1.1 km. The climate supports outdoor living most of the year, with average monthly temperatures between 12°C and 26°C and an annual average of 19°C. For a future resident, the location combines small-town practicality with immediate access to the Marbella-Puerto Banús coastal corridor.
Life around Los Porqueroles is quiet by reputation, the area is described as exceptionally peaceful, while remaining embedded in the everyday infrastructure of San Pedro de Alcántara. The town centre, 750 metres away, provides the full range of urban services: the 2 km radius counts 27 restaurants, 13 cafés, 11 pharmacies and 11 banks. Schools are a defining feature of this pocket: two international schools are within walking distance, and The International School of Estepona (4.1 km) and the British International School (7.5 km) broaden the options. Public transport covers the town with 10 lines and 50 stops, so trips towards Marbella (10 km straight-line) and Estepona do not strictly require a car, though most residents use one. Tourism pressure exists, 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds in the wider area, but it concentrates along the beachfront and in Puerto Banús rather than in residential streets. The housing market is active, with 4,743 transactions per year in the area, indicating steady liquidity. For everyday living, the combination of walkable amenities and a low-traffic street environment is the practical consequence of this location.
The map shows the plot in Los Porqueroles, moments from San Pedro's centre and 500 metres from the sea. Puerto Banús lies just east along the coast, with Marbella beyond. Golf courses, international schools and the beach all sit within a 4 km radius, illustrating how concentrated the amenities of this section of the Costa del Sol are.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
San Pedro de Alcántara occupies a strategic middle position on the western Costa del Sol: 10 km straight-line from Marbella, 3.4 km from Puerto Banús, and within reach of both Málaga (57 km straight-line) and Algeciras (57 km). This places the plot closer to the Marbella-Banús luxury corridor than most comparable land offerings, while retaining a genuine town centre of its own. Within the region, the location reads as coastal-urban rather than resort-isolated, a distinction that matters for year-round living.
The nearest beach, Playa de San Pedro, lies 1.6 km away as the crow flies, with the dog-friendly Playa Canina Ventura del Mar at 1.9 km and Playa Atalaya at 3.5 km. Puerto Deportivo José Banús marina is 3.4 km straight-line. Golf options cluster nearby: Magna Marbella Golf at 2.3 km, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 2.8 km and El Higueral Golf at 3.2 km. Marbella centre is 10 km away in a straight line. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 48 km as the crow flies, under a 40-minute drive, and Gibraltar Airport roughly 49 km, giving a choice of two airports. Electric-vehicle charging is available at the Marbella Supercharger (6.1 km) and Estepona Supercharger (7.2 km). Public transport consists of 10 lines with 50 stops locally. Distances quoted are straight-line; actual road distances are longer.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 48 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 49 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is a central argument for this location: average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in the coolest month to 26°C in the warmest, with an annual average of 19°C. The swimming season, months with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, roughly June through October. Sunshine hours are characteristic of the Costa del Sol, one of Europe's sunniest coastlines, supporting year-round outdoor use of a future garden and pool. Elevation is 53 metres above sea level, and the gradient towards the beach is a moderate 3.3%, meaning the site is essentially flat land with gentle drainage towards the sea, easy for walking and cycling, with no steep climbs between the plot and the shore. Natural viewpoints such as Mirador del Muelle de Honor (3.3 km) and Mirador de la Charca de los Tubos (4.9 km) offer walking destinations within easy reach.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life is a short walk or brief drive away. Playa de San Pedro (1.6 km straight-line) is the main town beach, complemented by Playa Canina Ventura del Mar (1.9 km), which permits dogs, and Playa Atalaya (3.5 km). The area holds two Blue Flag beaches, at Guadalmina and Venus-Bajadilla, reflecting water quality and services. The seaside promenade connects San Pedro through Puerto Banús towards Marbella, suitable for running and cycling. Sports facilities are unusually dense: Rocodromo climbing wall at 0.7 km, Apolo sports centre at 1.0 km and Polideportivo San Pedro at 1.1 km cover most indoor and court sports. Golfers can choose between Magna Marbella Golf (2.3 km), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (2.8 km) and El Higueral Golf (3.2 km), while Puerto Deportivo José Banús (3.4 km) provides marina services and waterfront dining.
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: VL631529
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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