This detached villa sits in Costabella, a consolidated residential area on Marbella's eastern side, within walking distance of El Alicate beach (approximately 600 metres). The property is a completed single-storey villa dating from 1970, offering 161 m² of built space with three bedrooms and three bathrooms on a flat, south-facing plot of 465 m². The home includes a private pool, private garden, garage, air conditioning, a fully fitted kitchen and a covered terrace. The immediate surroundings are urban with everyday amenities reachable on foot, including a supermarket roughly 70 metres away and an international school under a kilometre from the property. The listing price is €1,325,000.
Within the Marbella east corridor, Costabella sits between the more consolidated beachside bands of Elviría and the outskirts of central Marbella. Resale detached villas of this type in this corridor typically trade on plot value, beach proximity and school access rather than on construction age, and this property follows that pattern with its 1970 build date and €1,325,000 asking price (roughly €8,200/m² built). Neighbouring Elviría offers a similar product at generally higher plot sizes further from the beach; Santa María and the golf valleys inland provide newer villas with views but longer distances to the sand. Compared with new-build developments elsewhere on the Costa del Sol, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) or Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), this property competes in a different segment: those projects deliver apartments and townhouses with modern energy standards and communal facilities, while this villa offers land ownership, privacy, a private pool and an established residential setting with no community dependence beyond possible shared-road arrangements. The trade-off is explicit: new-build guarantees and efficiency versus location maturity and walkable beach access. Buyers weighing the two paths should account for renovation budgeting on a 1970s property, windows, insulation, electrical and plumbing systems, against the price gap to comparable new stock. Marbella east additionally benefits from school density, with the English International College 0.7 km away, which sustains rental and resale demand in this specific pocket. The climate profile (3,851 sunshine hours, 19°C mean) is broadly uniform along the coast, so differentiators are location, plot and product rather than weather.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa stands in an established residential pocket between Marbella town centre and Elviría, close to the coastal axis of the Costa del Sol. El Alicate beach is about 600 metres away, reachable on foot. The nearest golf course lies 2.4 km from the property, and Marbella centre is a short drive westward. The setting combines beach proximity with access to schools, shops and restaurants within a two-kilometre radius.
The property accommodates a household needing three bedrooms and three bathrooms on one level, with outdoor space in the form of a private garden, pool and covered terrace. Practical features include a garage, storage room and air conditioning. The single-storey layout and flat plot suit buyers prioritising ease of circulation. Part-furnished status means some interior decisions have already been made.
This is not a new-build development. The villa was completed in 1970 (date indicative) and is listed in good condition. Buyers evaluating the property should factor the age of the construction into inspection priorities, including electrical installations, insulation and plumbing, and verify which elements have been renovated since the original build date.
The property does not offer sea views (not listed), underfloor heating, heating system beyond air conditioning, a communal pool or on-site wellness facilities. There is no mention of an energy performance certificate, home automation, guest accommodation or a separate apartment. The plot is 465 m², which limits large-scale outdoor programming. Buyers seeking new-build guarantees or modern energy efficiency should note the 1970 construction date.
This property fits a buyer seeking a detached, single-storey villa within walking distance of the beach in Marbella, without undertaking a full self-build or renovation-from-shell project. It suits households with children attending international schooling: the English International College sits 0.7 km away, and other international schools lie within ten kilometres. It also matches the profile of a buyer who wants year-round usability, the climate data indicates a five-month swimming season with sea temperatures at or above 20°C, and a private pool extends that window. Part-year residents benefit from the manageable plot and single-level layout, which simplify upkeep between visits. The property may also serve as an investment holding, as the listing categorises it, given the rental demand for beachside villas in this corridor. It is less suited to buyers requiring modern energy certification, extensive smart-home systems, or new-build structural warranties, given the 1970 construction date. Buyers prioritising seclusion or large grounds should note the 465 m² plot and the urbanised surroundings. A car remains useful for reaching Marbella centre, golf courses 2.4 km and beyond, and Malaga airport, though daily essentials are reachable on foot. In short, the property aligns with a buyer weighing location and walkability above contemporary build specifications.
The listing describes the villa as being in good condition, with a fully fitted kitchen, part-furnished status and modern bathroom fittings visible in the available photography, including a contemporary shower installation and a stone-sink bathroom. Bedrooms include fitted white wardrobes and air conditioning units. The technical specification listed is air conditioning for climate control; no central heating, underfloor heating or aerothermal system is mentioned, which is relevant given winter average temperatures around 12°C, auxiliary heating is typically needed in the coldest months. Given the 1970 construction date, the structural fabric predates current building regulations. Buyers should commission a technical inspection (ITE or survey) covering the electrical installation, plumbing, roof condition, damp proofing and window glazing, and verify which systems have been replaced. No energy performance certificate rating is listed, so energy efficiency cannot be confirmed from the available data; the single-glazing status, insulation levels and boiler type are unknowns to resolve during due diligence. The pool, covered terrace and garden are private facilities maintained at the owner's cost. The garage and storage room add functional space not always present in villas of this age. Overall, the specification is consistent with a well-maintained, periodically updated 1970s villa rather than a comprehensively refurbished property, the distinction matters for budgeting and should be verified on viewing.
The property is listed at €1,325,000 for a completed, three-bedroom detached villa of 161 m² on a 465 m² plot, which works out at roughly €8,200 per m² of built area. This pricing reflects the Marbella-east location and beach proximity rather than the construction date or interior specification. Comparable new-build apartments further along the coast, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) or Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €269,000), operate in a different segment of the market, both in product type and location. Availability is immediate given the completed status, and the part-furnished condition means the property can be occupied after a standard purchase process. Buyers should verify community fees, IBI and any renovation budget separately.
Daily life at this property revolves around a single-storey layout that connects directly to the garden and pool area. With a south orientation, the covered terrace and outdoor space receive sun throughout the day, making them usable for most of the year given the local climate of roughly 3,850 sunshine hours annually. The morning routine can plausibly involve breakfast on the terrace and a walk to El Alicate beach, less than ten minutes on foot along a route with a moderate 4.2% slope. The supermarket 73 metres from the door covers routine grocery needs without needing the car, and a pharmacy sits 211 metres away. The villa's position in an urbanised strip means neighbours and passing traffic are part of the setting, this is a lived-in residential zone rather than an isolated estate. Evenings orient towards the chiringuitos and beach clubs within walking distance, a characteristic feature of this stretch of Marbella east. The garage addresses parking, and the storage room provides space for beach and garden equipment. Outside the summer season, the area retains its permanent population, so restaurants, schools and services continue operating year-round. For households using the property part of the year, the single-level layout and manageable plot size reduce maintenance demands compared with larger villas or multi-storey houses in the region.
The villa sits in an urban environment where most daily needs are met on foot or by bicycle. Within a two-kilometre radius the data records 13 restaurants, 3 schools, 3 pharmacies and 3 cafés, indicating a resident-oriented service layer rather than a purely tourist strip. The nearest supermarket is 73 metres away and the pharmacy 211 metres, which places routine errands within a few minutes' walk. Healthcare access includes a hospital 642 metres from the property. For transport, the area is served by 5 public transport lines with 42 stops, giving non-drivers a workable alternative for reaching Marbella centre and connections towards Fuengirola. An electric vehicle charging point lies 434 metres away. The slope from the property to the beach is moderate at 4.2%, relevant for those with mobility considerations or for cycling with children. The nearest beach, El Alicate, is 600 metres away; Playa de Artola extends the coastline option 3.2 km east. The atmosphere of the neighbourhood is that of a consolidated residential belt: year-round inhabitants, school schedules shaping weekday rhythms, and beach clubs that busier in summer months. Traffic along the coastal N-340 corridor increases in July and August, a pattern common across Marbella east.
The map shows the villa's position on Marbella's eastern coastal corridor. El Alicate beach lies a short distance south of the property; the N-340 and A-7 run parallel to the coast providing east-west connectivity. Markers indicate the nearest supermarket, pharmacy, international school and golf courses, illustrating the density of facilities within the immediate radius.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Costabella occupies the coastal band between central Marbella and Elviría on the eastern side of the municipality. The area functions as a residential extension of Marbella with its own beach identity, positioned closer to the international schools of Marbella east than to the town's historic centre. Westward lies central Marbella with its old town and port; eastward, Elviría and the golf valleys of Santa María and Los Flamingos. The location suits buyers who want Marbella services with a quieter, more residential street rhythm.
Beach access is a defining feature: El Alicate lies 0.6 km away on foot. Marbella town centre is a short drive west, with the marinas of Marbella and Cabopino both around 6.1-6.2 km from the property. Golf options cluster within a 2.4-11 km range: Greenlife Golf (2.4 km), Santa María Golf & Country Club (3.3 km), and Club de Golf Málaga Parador further along the coast. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is the primary international gateway, approximately 34 km straight-line from the property, typically 40-50 minutes by car depending on traffic. Gibraltar Airport sits roughly 62 km away as a secondary option. The English International College is 0.7 km from the villa, and the British International School of Marbella about 9.7 km. A hospital is within 642 metres. Sports facilities include Don Carlos Tennis Club at 3.1 km. The density of these facilities within a short radius reduces dependence on the car for routine trips.
| 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 and a mean annual temperature of 19°C, with monthly averages ranging from 12°C in winter to 26°C in summer. The swimming season, periods with sea temperatures at or above 20°C, spans roughly five months, consistent with the western Mediterranean coast. The property sits at 25 metres above sea level on a flat plot, which distinguishes it from hillside villas elsewhere in Marbella that involve steeper access roads and terraced grounds. The gradient to the beach is 4.2%, a moderate incline manageable on foot for most residents. The climate profile supports year-round occupation rather than purely seasonal use: winter daytime temperatures generally permit outdoor living, though evenings between December and February require heating, a point of attention given the air-conditioning-only specification. No sea views are claimed, so the property's relationship to the coast is one of proximity rather than panorama, a trade-off between beach access and outlook typical of first-line-adjacent urban plots.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020, 2025 average)
El Alicate beach, 600 metres from the villa, is the nearest stretch of coastline, a quieter section of Marbella east compared with the central beaches. Playa de Artola (also known as Cabopino beach), 3.2 km east, borders the Artola dunes protected area, one of the few natural dune systems remaining on this coast. Further west lie the urban beaches of central Marbella. Golf is a structural feature of the surroundings: Greenlife Golf lies 2.4 km away, with its driving range at the same distance, and Santa María Golf & Country Club 3.3 km, both reachable within a ten-minute drive. Tennis players have access to Don Carlos Tennis Club 3.1 km from the property. Water-based recreation centres on the marinas: Puerto Deportivo de Marbella and Puerto Cabopino at roughly 6 km, the latter a small, sheltered marina with restaurants. The beach clubs and chiringuitos within walking distance of the villa form part of the daily recreational offer in high season. Beach data specific to Blue Flag status should be verified for the current year.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Costabella occupies the coastal band between central Marbella and Elviría on the eastern side of the municipality. The area functions as a residential extension of Marbella with its own beach identity, positioned closer to the international schools of Marbella east than to the town's historic centre. Westward lies central Marbella with its old town and port; eastward, Elviría and the golf valleys of Santa María and Los Flamingos. The location suits buyers who want Marbella services with a quieter, more residential street rhythm.
| 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 |
Moderate
Ref: VL856373
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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