This completed top-floor apartment sits within a gated community in Sierra Blanca, a residential urbanisation on the western side of Marbella, Málaga. The property offers 120 m² of living space with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private south-west facing terrace and views over the communal gardens towards the mountains. Completed in 1984 (indicative), the building is set in landscaped tropical gardens with communal swimming pools. The asking price is €540,000. The location places Marbella town centre, the coastline and Puerto Banús within a short drive, while beaches such as Playa de Casablanca lie approximately 1.9 km away.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Sierra Blanca is a residential urbanisation located inland of the coastal strip between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. The area sits at approximately 141 metres above sea level on the lower slopes of the mountain range of the same name. Amenities including a supermarket and pharmacy are within roughly 1.6 km, and the nearest beach is about 1.9 km away. The terrain slopes towards the coast, which affects walking routes.
The apartment is configured for two occupants or a small household, with two bedrooms each served by their own bathroom. The open-plan living and dining area connects directly to the terrace, which supports outdoor dining and relaxation. Marble flooring, air conditioning with heating, fitted wardrobes and a utility room with washer and dryer are present. Access to covered parking is available.
This is not a new-build development. The building was completed in 1984 (indicative) and the property is recorded in good condition. Interiors have been maintained with a fully fitted kitchen and full furnishing included. The community facilities, including the communal pool and landscaped gardens, are established. As a resale property, the purchase process follows existing-property rather than off-plan procedures.
The property has two bedrooms and 120 m² of living space; it does not offer additional bedrooms or a private pool. Parking is covered but described as communal in availability rather than a titled private space. As an apartment completed in 1984, it predates current energy-efficiency standards and no rating is recorded. The slope towards the beach is 7.4%, which affects accessibility on foot.
This property fits a buyer seeking an established, completed home rather than an off-plan purchase, no construction period or delivery risk applies, and the condition of the interior is observable at viewing. It suits a household of one or two people, or owners who host guests occasionally, given the two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Buyers prioritising outdoor living will find the south-west facing terrace and direct terrace access from the master bedroom relevant, particularly in combination with the recorded 3,856 sunshine hours per year. A second use case is the lock-up-and-leave holiday home: the gated community, communal pool and community-managed gardens reduce maintenance obligations during absences. Proximity to the British International School at roughly 1.1 km makes the location workable for families with children in international education. Buyers who value golf will find four courses within approximately 5 km, including Golf Los Naranjos and Real Club de Golf Las Brisas. Conversely, buyers requiring three or more bedrooms, a private pool or a titled private garage space should note these are not offered. Households sensitive to walking terrain should also account for the 7.4 per cent slope towards the beach, which makes the coastal walk a 25–30 minute route rather than a flat stroll.
The interior finish reflects the original 1984 construction period updated with later replacements. Flooring throughout is marble, a material typical of higher-specification Costa del Sol apartments of this era and valued for its cool surface in summer, though it can feel cold underfoot in winter months, the hot air conditioning and heating system addresses this. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped, with a separate utility room containing a washer and dryer, which keeps laundry functions outside the main living area. Both bedrooms have fitted wardrobes; the master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and the second bedroom is served by a separate bathroom, giving each bedroom independent facilities. The property is delivered fully furnished. Climate control consists of full air conditioning with a hot-air heating function, covering both seasons. WiFi is installed. Windows and terrace doors open from the living area and master bedroom onto the private terrace, which has an awning fitted, providing shade options during the strongest afternoon sun given the south-west orientation. Community-level facilities include the communal swimming pools set in landscaped tropical gardens, visible from the apartment. No energy-performance certificate rating is recorded in the available data, which buyers should request during due diligence, as properties of this age predate mandatory efficiency labelling unless subsequently certified. Covered parking is available with ample spaces noted, though the arrangement appears to be access-based rather than a titled private space.
The asking price is €540,000 for a 120 m² apartment with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, which equates to approximately €4,500 per square metre. The property is completed and available as a resale transaction, delivered fully furnished with a fitted kitchen, marble flooring, air conditioning and heating. Within the Costa del Sol market, this price positions the property above comparable new-build apartments in Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona, reflecting the Sierra Blanca address and its position between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. Additional purchase costs, transfer tax, notary and registry fees, apply on top of the asking price.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around a top-floor position with a south-west orientation, meaning afternoon and evening sun on the terrace for most of the year. The morning typically begins with mountain views over the palm-filled communal gardens; the master bedroom has direct access to the terrace, which functions as an extension of the living space for meals and relaxation. The living and dining area is open-plan and adjoins the kitchen, with a separate utility room handling laundry tasks out of sight. Communal facilities, the swimming pools and tropical gardens, sit directly below the apartment, so pool use involves a short walk within the gated community rather than any driving. For shopping, a supermarket and pharmacy are approximately 1.6 km away, reachable by car in a few minutes; on foot the route involves the hillside terrain. Restaurants are numerous within a 2 km radius, with six recorded. The British International School is roughly 1.1 km away, relevant for families considering year-round residence. Marbella town centre, Puerto Banús and several golf clubs including Golf Los Naranjos and Aloha Golf Club lie within a 3–5 km range, giving access to dining, marinas and golf without long journeys. A car is useful but not essential for every trip, as eleven public transport lines and fifty stops serve the wider area. The lock-up-and-leave character of an apartment in a gated community makes the property workable as either a permanent residence or a part-time base, with community management handling grounds and pool maintenance.
Sierra Blanca functions as a quiet residential urbanisation on the hillside between Marbella's Golden Mile and Puerto Banús. The immediate surroundings are low-density housing set against the mountain backdrop, with the community's own gardens forming the primary green space at the doorstep. Daily provisions are handled within a short drive: supermarket and pharmacy at approximately 1.6 km, and restaurants, six recorded within a 2 km radius, covering everyday dining without entering the busier coastal zones. Healthcare infrastructure is close, with a hospital at approximately 2.1 km and five health centres in the wider area. Education options are extensive, with 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools recorded regionally, including the British International School at roughly 1.1 km. Recreational infrastructure within a few kilometres includes the Club de Tenis y Padel El Mirador at 1.8 km, several sports centres, the Supera Miraflores swimming pool at 2.7 km, and viewpoints such as Mirador la Concha at 3.2 km for walking routes. Tourism pressure exists in the wider Marbella area, 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 beds are recorded, but the elevated position of Sierra Blanca places it above the main hotel zones, so the immediate environment remains residential rather than resort-like. The area records 4,743 property transactions, indicating an active resale market. Local life is also structured by 32 public holidays per year, reflecting Andalusia's full festive calendar.
The map shows the apartment's position on the Sierra Blanca hillside, inland of the coastal strip between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. Markers indicate the nearest beaches at approximately 2 km, the supermarket and pharmacy within 1.6 km, and the cluster of golf courses to the west. Note the elevation gain of roughly 140 metres between the coast and the property.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Sierra Blanca occupies the rising ground immediately inland of Marbella's Golden Mile, roughly equidistant between Marbella's historic centre to the east and Puerto Banús to the west. This positions the urbanisation closer to both than most of the surrounding municipalities, Benahavís and Istán lie further inland, Estepona some 20 km west and Fuengirola a comparable distance east. The area is characterised by low-density residential development on the mountain slopes, in contrast to the apartment-dense coastal front. Within Marbella's own districts, Sierra Blanca is generally positioned above the town's mid-market zones in pricing terms. The proximity of international schools, golf courses and the marinas defines the area's profile among resident foreign buyers.
The nearest beach, Playa de Casablanca, lies approximately 1.9 km away by straight-line distance, with Playa de la Fontanilla and Playa de Nagüeles marginally further. Marbella's marinas, Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen and Marina la Bajadilla, sit at roughly 3.2 to 4.3 km. Golf options cluster to the west: Golf Los Naranjos and The Range golf lessons at 3.2 km, Aloha Golf Club at 3.9 km, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 4.8 km and Magna Marbella Golf at 5.6 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 41 km away by straight line, typically a 40–50 minute drive; Gibraltar Airport is roughly 56 km. An electric-vehicle charging point, including a Marbella Supercharger at 2.0 km, serves EV owners. Eleven public transport lines with 50 stops operate in the surrounding area, so some journeys are possible without a car, though the hillside terrain favours driving for most errands.
| Beach Distance | 1.9 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 41 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 56 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data records an average annual temperature of 18.0°C, with monthly averages ranging from 11°C to 26°C, mild winters and warm but not extreme summers, moderated by the coastal position. Historical sunshine hours total 3,856 per year, among the higher figures for mainland Spain, which has direct relevance for the south-west facing terrace. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of at least 20°C, runs approximately four months; outside this window sea swimming is possible but cooler, while the communal pool extends the local swimming window. The property sits at 141 metres above sea level, high enough to sit above coastal humidity and traffic but low enough to avoid the temperature extremes of inland Andalusia. The slope from the urbanisation towards the beach averages 7.4 per cent, classed as steep: this produces the elevated views over gardens and mountains but means the walk to the coast involves a sustained gradient. The Sierra Blanca mountain range itself provides the backdrop and the nearby viewpoints offer walking terrain within 3 km.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within approximately 2.1 km: Playa de Casablanca (1.9 km), Playa de la Fontanilla (2.0 km) and Playa de Nagüeles (2.1 km), the sandy stretches between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. Playa de la Bajadilla is further at 4.1 km near the fishing port. No Blue Flag status is recorded in the available data for these specific beaches, though the Marbella coastline typically holds several. Golf is the strongest recreational feature of the area: four courses within approximately 5.6 km include Golf Los Naranjos, Aloha Golf Club, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas and Magna Marbella Golf, plus The Range for practice at 3.2 km. Racquet sports are covered by the Club de Tenis y Padel El Mirador at 1.8 km. Water-based recreation centres on the two marinas at 3.2–4.3 km, and a public swimming pool operates at 2.7 km. Hiking options include the Cantera de la Legua and Mirador de los Gitanos viewpoints within about 3 km.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.6°C | 80 mm |
| February | 12.5°C | 47 mm |
| March | 13.6°C | 154 mm |
| April | 15.5°C | 70 mm |
| May | 18.7°C | 27 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 6 mm |
| July | 25.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 7 mm |
| September | 22.8°C | 28 mm |
| October | 19.4°C | 72 mm |
| November | 15.0°C | 89 mm |
| December | 12.8°C | 80 mm |
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Ref: VL688675
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
At €540,000, this Sierra Blanca apartment is priced well above the new-build comparables recorded along the eastern and western Costa del Sol. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €269,000, all substantially below this property's asking price. The difference is driven primarily by location rather than size or specification. Sierra Blanca sits between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús, one of the most established premium addresses on the coast, whereas the comparables sit in lower-priced municipalities further from the Marbella, Banús axis. What this property offers in exchange for the premium is an established gated community, a top-floor position with a south-west terrace, and proximity to four golf courses, international schooling and two marinas within roughly 5 km. What it does not offer is new construction: the building dates from 1984 (indicative), no energy certificate rating is recorded, and buyers comparing it with new-build projects should weigh the differences in thermal performance, warranty coverage and communal infrastructure age. Within Sierra Blanca itself, the resale market records substantial activity at the provincial level, 4,743 transactions, indicating reasonable liquidity for established properties in this segment. Buyers weighing this apartment against new-build alternatives in Estepona or Mijas are effectively trading newer construction and lower entry prices for an older, established property in a central Marbella location. Both positions are defensible depending on priorities; the Sierra Blanca option centres on location maturity, while the new-build options centre on specification and price per square metre. The Mediterranean climate is comparable across all locations, so the differentiating factors are structural rather than environmental.
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