This completed four-bedroom townhouse sits in a gated community on Marbella's eastern side, in the Costabella area, approximately 300 metres from El Alicate beach. Built in 1999 and recently renovated, the property is arranged across three levels with a total living area of 104 m² on a 53 m² plot, and includes a private roof terrace with sea views. The home offers two bathrooms, marble flooring, air conditioning and a fireplace, and is sold fully furnished. Communal facilities include a swimming pool and private secure parking. The asking price is €625,000. One documented legal point regarding the upper-level kitchen requires attention, set out below.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property lies in an established urbanisation between Marbella centre and Elviria, roughly 600 metres from El Alicate beach. Everyday services are within walking distance: a supermarket at 73 metres, a pharmacy at 211 metres and a hospital at 642 metres. The area combines residential calm with access to the coastal road, and five public transport lines with 42 stops serve the wider surroundings.
The house is configured for four bedrooms across three levels, with a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom, three first-floor bedrooms including one with an ensuite bathroom and private terrace, and a kitchen on the upper level opening onto the solarium. Two private gardens at ground level add outdoor space. The layout suits households needing multiple sleeping rooms combined with communal pool access.
This is not a new-build project. The townhouse was completed in 1999 (indicative) and has since been partially renovated, including a recently fitted kitchen on the top level. The kitchen occupies a former rooftop terrace that is not registered at the town hall, meaning it may legally need to be reverted to an open terrace. Buyers should verify this with the municipality before purchase.
The property has 104 m² of living space on a 53 m² plot, so garden and outdoor areas are limited relative to the accommodation. Only two bathrooms serve four bedrooms. The upper-level kitchen is unregistered and may have to be removed. There is no private pool; the pool is communal. No energy performance certificate details are provided in the available data.
Ref: VL636412
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property matches several recognisable situations. A family needing four bedrooms within a walkable, serviced neighbourhood would find the layout and nearby schools functional. Buyers seeking a holiday home that does not depend on a car for daily needs benefit from the supermarket, pharmacy and beach all within short walking distance. Those wanting a rental investment gain a furnished, immediately usable property in a location with year-round demand. The house also suits buyers who prioritise outdoor living across multiple terraces and gardens within a gated setting with a communal pool. Conversely, the property is less aligned with buyers who require single-level living, given the three-storey arrangement with stairs between the kitchen and the main living areas. Households wanting more than two bathrooms for four bedrooms, or a private pool, would need to weigh those absences. The unregistered kitchen conversion is material for any buyer: it introduces a possible future cost and works obligation, and it should be treated as a negotiation and due-diligence item rather than a detail. Buyers intending to finance through a Spanish bank should expect the lender's valuation to consider registered surface area, which may differ from the current configuration. In short, the property fits pragmatic buyers who value location and completeness over maximum internal comfort per square metre.
The house was built in 1999 and has been partially updated since, with the listing describing its condition as excellent and recently renovated. Interior finishes include marble flooring throughout, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, and a main bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Climate control combines air conditioning units with a fireplace, allowing both mechanical cooling and solid-fuel heating, which is typical for properties of this generation on the Costa del Sol. The bathroom shown in the imagery includes a bathtub and bidet, consistent with the original construction period rather than a full contemporary refit. The recently fitted kitchen occupies the top level and opens directly onto the solarium; it is worth noting again that this space was originally an open rooftop terrace and has not been registered with the town hall. The practical consequence is that finishes in this area may need to be reversed, and buyers should factor both installation quality and legalisation risk into their assessment. Outside, the private gardens, terraces and solarium are supplemented by communal gardens and pool maintained by the community. No information is available on the energy performance certificate, insulation values, window glazing type or the age of the air conditioning system; these should be requested during viewing. Construction from 1999 generally means cavity walls, concrete structure and standard Mediterranean detailing of that era, durable, but not equivalent to current building regulations on thermal performance or acoustic insulation. A technical survey, particularly covering waterproofing of the roof terrace and the legality of the upper-level works, is a sensible step.
The property is listed at €625,000 as a completed, furnished home. At 104 m² of built space, this equates to roughly €6,000 per square metre, a figure consistent with established beachside housing stock in eastern Marbella. The price reflects the completed status, the four-bedroom layout, sea views and gated-community facilities. Compared with new-build alternatives further along the coast, which start from around €205,000-€270,000 for smaller units in Torre del Mar, Mijas or Estepona, this property sits in a higher segment driven by its Marbella location and proximity to the beach. Availability is immediate, subject to the legal status of the upper-level kitchen.
Daily life here revolves around proximity. The beach at El Alicate is a few minutes' walk, and the immediate street network places a supermarket, pharmacy and cafés within a couple of hundred metres. Mornings can realistically begin with a walk along the shoreline; the 4.2% gradient towards the sea is moderate and manageable on foot. The house itself distributes living across three floors: the ground level holds a lounge, a bedroom, a bathroom and doors to front and rear gardens; the first floor carries three bedrooms, including the main bedroom with its own terrace; the top level contains the kitchen and access to the solarium with sea views. This vertical arrangement means internal movement between kitchen and dining or lounge areas involves stairs, a practical consideration for some households. The gated community provides communal gardens, a pool and secure private parking, which reduces dependence on street parking in the summer months. The neighbourhood sits on Marbella's eastern coastal strip, an established residential zone that stays active year-round rather than emptying outside the holiday season. Thirteen restaurants and three schools within a two-kilometre radius indicate a settled community rather than a purely tourist enclave. With 42 bus stops and five lines in the area, car-free living is feasible for routine errands, though a car remains useful for reaching golf courses, Marbella's old town or further destinations along the coast.
The immediate environment is urban and established rather than resort-like. Within a two-kilometre radius there are thirteen restaurants, three cafés, three pharmacies and three schools, which points to a mixed residential population. The English International College lies 700 metres away, one of the coast's long-standing international schools, and the British International School is under ten kilometres. Daily shopping is a matter of a short walk, the nearest supermarket is 73 metres from the door. Healthcare access is strong: a hospital facility at 642 metres and a pharmacy at 211 metres. Public transport coverage is reasonable for the Costa del Sol: five lines and 42 stops serve the area, connecting towards Marbella centre and Fuengirola along the coastal corridor. For recreation, El Alicate beach at 600 metres is the nearest option, with Playa de Artola (also known as Cabopino beach) at 3.2 kilometres offering a wider, less developed stretch of sand backed by dunes. Tennis players have the Don Carlos Tennis Club 3.1 kilometres away. Marinas at Marbella and Cabopino, both around six kilometres, provide mooring, dining and waterfront activity. The elevation of 25 metres above sea level and the moderate 4.2% slope to the beach mean the walk to the sea involves no serious climb. Outside the summer season the neighbourhood retains its resident population, so shops and restaurants continue operating year-round, a distinction from purely seasonal urbanisations further east.
The map shows the property's position in the Costabella strip of eastern Marbella, wedged between the N-340/A-7 coastal road and the Mediterranean. Key markers, El Alicate beach, the English International College, Greenlife Golf and Cabopino's dunes, all fall within a tight radius, illustrating how concentrated the everyday amenities of this location are.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Costabella occupies the coastal strip between Marbella centre (roughly eight kilometres west) and Elviria to the east, placing it in the established eastern Marbella residential belt. This positions the property closer to the international schools, golf courses and beach clubs of the east, including the Don Carlos resort area, than to Marbella's historic centre, while remaining within a ten-minute drive of the old town and its amenities. Fuengirola and Benalmádena lie further east along the A-7, with Málaga city and airport reachable in under an hour. The area is characterised by mature urbanisations rather than recent high-density development.
El Alicate beach is approximately 600 metres away, reachable on foot in under ten minutes. Marbella's beaches, marinas and old town are a short drive along the coast. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is the primary gateway, roughly 34 kilometres straight-line to the northeast, typically 35-45 minutes by car depending on traffic. Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at about 62 kilometres straight-line for regional flights. Golf is well covered: Greenlife Golf Marbella and its driving range are 2.4 kilometres away, Santa María Golf & Country Club at 3.3 kilometres, and three further courses within twelve kilometres. An electric vehicle charging point sits 434 metres from the property. Everyday essentials, supermarket, pharmacy, hospital, are all within 700 metres, meaning the property functions without a car for routine needs.
| Beach Distance | 0.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 34 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 62 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records approximately 3,851 sunshine hours per year, a high figure even by Andalusian standards, and a mean annual temperature of 19°C with a seasonal range of roughly 12-26°C. Winters are mild enough for terrace use on most days; summers are warm but moderated by the sea breeze at this low-lying coastal position, 25 metres above sea level. The swimming season extends to about five months with sea temperatures at or above 20°C, generally from late May into October. The south orientation of the property aligns the main outdoor spaces with maximum sun exposure, which benefits solarium use but increases cooling demand in midsummer, the air conditioning installation is relevant here. Rainfall concentrates in short periods between November and March; the rest of the year is predominantly dry. The flat-to-gentle terrain and the proximity of Cabopino's dune reserve at Artola beach add accessible natural space within a short drive.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
El Alicate beach, 600 metres from the property, is the nearest stretch of sand, a quieter section of Marbella's eastern coastline backed by residential urbanisations and beach restaurants. Playa de Artola, 3.2 kilometres east, lies beside the Dunas de Artola protected dune system and the Cabopino marina, offering a more natural beach environment with nudist sections at its eastern end. Marbella's celebrated central beaches and the Golden Mile are a short drive west. Golfers have Greenlife Golf Marbella at 2.4 kilometres, a nine-hole course with driving range, plus Santa María Golf &Country Club at 3.3 kilometres; three additional courses including Parador de Málaga lie within twelve kilometres. For sport, the Don Carlos Tennis Club sits 3.1 kilometres away, and the community's own pool and tennis facilities, visible in the property imagery, provide on-site options. Marinas at Marbella and Cabopino (both around six kilometres) offer waterfront dining and berths.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Costabella occupies the coastal strip between Marbella centre (roughly eight kilometres west) and Elviria to the east, placing it in the established eastern Marbella residential belt. This positions the property closer to the international schools, golf courses and beach clubs of the east, including the Don Carlos resort area, than to Marbella's historic centre, while remaining within a ten-minute drive of the old town and its amenities. Fuengirola and Benalmádena lie further east along the A-7, with Málaga city and airport reachable in under an hour. The area is characterised by mature urbanisations rather than recent high-density development.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.8°C | 94 mm |
| February | 12.0°C | 97 mm |
| March | 14.1°C | 85 mm |
| April | 15.9°C | 56 mm |
| May | 17.8°C | 43 mm |
| June | 22.0°C | 11 mm |
| July | 25.9°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.4°C | 2 mm |
| September | 22.7°C | 19 mm |
| October | 18.9°C | 80 mm |
| November | 15.0°C | 116 mm |
| December | 12.4°C | 104 mm |
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Within the Marbella market, this property represents the established-resale segment of the eastern coastal strip, distinct from the new-build and off-plan offerings that dominate supply in Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona. Comparable new projects, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), offer lower entry prices, but these are typically smaller units in locations 30 to 70 kilometres further from Marbella's core amenities and price levels. The €625,000 asking price here buys location maturity rather than newness: a gated community, walkable access to El Alicate beach, proximity to the English International College and Greenlife Golf, and the year-round infrastructure of eastern Marbella. Against other resale townhouses in the immediate Costabella-Elviria corridor, the property's four-bedroom configuration and solarium with sea views are competitive features, while the two-bathroom count and the unregistered kitchen are points where comparable stock often scores better. For buyers weighing east-versus-west within Marbella, the eastern strip trades the Golden Mile's prestige for better value per square metre and stronger international-school access. Buyers open to Mijas or Estepona gain newer construction and modern energy standards at lower prices, but add 25-45 minutes of travel time to Marbella centre and lose the walkability this location provides. The decision, in effect, is between immediacy, a completed, furnished home in a proven neighbourhood, and the specifications and guarantees of new build at a greater distance.
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