This three-bedroom apartment sits in Sierra Blanca, a residential area on the slopes above Marbella, roughly 3 kilometres as the crow flies from the town centre. The property is a key-ready home in a Mediterranean-style complex built in 1985 and since renovated, with 102 square metres of living space across two levels, a south-east orientation and views over mature gardens and La Concha mountain. The asking price is fixed at €732,000. Sierra Blanca combines a quiet hillside setting with short distances to beaches, schools and sports facilities, including an international school 1.1 kilometres away and Playa de Casablanca under 2 kilometres away.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Sierra Blanca lies on the western side of Marbella at an elevation of about 145 metres, between the coastal strip and the foothills of La Concha. Marbella centre is 3 kilometres away as the crow flies; the nearest beach, Playa de Casablanca, is 1.9 kilometres. The gradient towards the coast is around 7.6%, which means parts of the walk into town are steep.
The apartment offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with an entrance hall, an equipped kitchen connected to the living area, a separate utility room and a loft storage space. Wood flooring runs through the rooms, and the living area opens onto a covered terrace that continues to the master bedroom. Air conditioning and heating are installed, and communal parking is available.
This is not a new-build project. The complex dates from 1985 and the apartment has been recently renovated and refurbished, with a key-ready construction status. The development is arranged on two levels around a communal pool, set in mature gardens in a village-like layout rather than a single apartment block.
The property does not include a private pool, private garden or private parking space; parking is communal. There is no lift information listed, and the living area is recorded as 102 square metres, smaller than the 120 square metres mentioned in some marketing material. The hillside location involves a steep gradient to the beach. No sea view is listed; views are of mountains, gardens and the courtyard.
Ref: VL423182
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a second home near Marbella with straightforward access to the coast may value the 1.9-kilometre straight-line distance to Playa de Casablanca and the proximity of Puerto Deportivo de Marbella at 3.2 kilometres. Families considering year-round residence may note the British International School 1.1 kilometres away, alongside 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the wider area, plus five health centres. Buyers who prioritise views and a green setting over direct beachfront living will find the mountain and garden outlooks consistent with that preference. The property may be less suitable for those who want to walk everywhere without a car, given the 7.6% gradient to the coast and the suburban layout. It also does not suit buyers requiring a private pool, a private garden or a dedicated parking space, since parking here is communal. As a full-time home, it suits households of three to five people: three bedrooms, two bathrooms including an en suite, and a loft for storage cover typical family needs. As a lock-and-leave second home, the communal setting with a pool handled by the community reduces maintenance responsibilities. Buyers focused on golf have three courses within about 6 kilometres, including Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 4.8 kilometres. Buyers seeking brand-new construction with modern energy performance should note the 1985 origin of the building.
The apartment has been recently renovated and refurbished, and the listing describes its condition as excellent. The most visible finishing choice is wood flooring running continuously through the rooms, which gives the interior a warmer character than the tiled floors common in the region. The listing photographs show a bedroom with a black iron bed frame, a hallway with a carved cabinet opening towards the living room, a living room with a light blue sofa, a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, tiled walls and a vanity unit, and a second bedroom with a daybed, mirror and built-in storage. Fitted wardrobes are listed throughout, and the master bedroom connects to an en suite bathroom, with a second bathroom serving the rest of the home. Climate control is present in the form of air conditioning combined with heating, which covers both summer and winter use; the region's average monthly temperatures range from 12 to 26 degrees, so both systems see practical use. The terrace is covered and private, extending from the living area to the master bedroom, which extends the usable living space for much of the year. Technically, the building dates from 1985, which means the structure, plumbing and communal infrastructure predate current building regulations; the renovation applies to the interior rather than the base construction. A loft space provides additional storage, and a separate utility room keeps laundry out of the living areas. Communal parking is available but not assigned. Buyers assessing long-term running costs should verify the community fees, IBI property tax and the condition of shared elements such as the pool and gardens during the viewing process.
The apartment has a fixed asking price of €732,000. This is an existing home in a completed 1985 complex, not a new-build development with a price list, so there is no range of unit types or from-prices. The price reflects the Sierra Blanca location, a well-established residential area close to Marbella centre, and the recent renovation. For context, new-build projects in less central coastal locations elsewhere in the region, such as Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona, currently advertise from-prices between roughly €205,000 and €322,000, though these are different markets with different positions relative to Marbella. Availability is immediate given the key-ready status; completion dates do not apply. Transaction volumes in the municipality run at around 4,399 sales per year, indicating an active resale market.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around a calm, residential rhythm. The south-east orientation means the terrace receives morning and midday sun, which suits breakfast outside and daytime use, while the upper corner position adds privacy and reduces overlook from neighbours. Inside, the layout is practical: an entrance hall leads into a combined living and dining space connected to the kitchen, with a separate utility room handling laundry and storage. The loft space adds further room for suitcases and seasonal items, which matters in a home of this size. The complex itself is arranged around a pool with a children's pool alongside, and the two-level layout with mature gardens creates a quieter atmosphere than a single tall block, with fewer shared staircases and corridors. The neighbourhood is suburban and part of an established urbanisation, so the immediate surroundings are residential rather than commercial. Everyday errands require a short drive or bus ride: Marbella centre, with its full range of shops, restaurants and services, is about 3 kilometres away straight-line. Within 2 kilometres of the property there are seven restaurants and two pharmacies, so basic needs are covered nearby. The steep gradient towards the coast means most residents use a car for the beach and town, while walking is more comfortable within the urbanisation itself, where the terrain is gentler. The area stays quiet outside the summer months, as Sierra Blanca is primarily a residential zone rather than a tourist hub, even though the wider municipality hosts 48 hotels and more than 12,000 tourist beds.
The immediate surroundings are residential, set within an established urbanisation on Marbella's western hillside. At 145 metres above sea level, the position lifts the property above the coastal traffic while keeping it within a short drive of the town. Within 2 kilometres there are seven restaurants and two pharmacies, covering everyday needs without leaving the neighbourhood. Marbella centre, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, lies 3 kilometres away straight-line and provides the full urban infrastructure: hospitals, shopping, culture and administration. Public transport in the area consists of 11 lines with 50 stops, which gives reasonable bus coverage for a suburb of this type, though most residents still rely on a car for convenience and for the hilly terrain. The road distance to amenities is longer than the straight-line figures suggest, as the crow flies distances understate travel on winding hillside roads. Sports facilities are close: Club de Tenis y Padel El Mirador at 1.8 kilometres, Rocódromo María Maestro at 2 kilometres and Polideportivo Paco Cantos at 2.2 kilometres. A public swimming pool, Supera Miraflores, is 2.7 kilometres away. For electric vehicle owners, a Supercharger station sits 2 kilometres from the property. Several viewpoints nearby, including Cantera de la Legua at 2.8 kilometres and Mirador la Concha at 3.3 kilometres, mark the transition from the residential zone into the mountain foothills behind it.
The map shows the property's position between Marbella's coastline and the slopes of La Concha. Note that all distances shown are straight-line; actual road distances on the hillside roads are longer. Marbella centre, the beaches and the nearest golf courses all fall within a 3 to 5 kilometre radius.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Sierra Blanca occupies one of the most central residential positions on the Marbella stretch of the Costa del Sol: 3 kilometres from the old town, under 2 kilometres from the beach, and roughly 41 kilometres from Málaga airport, while Gibraltar lies 56 kilometres to the west. This places it closer to the heart of Marbella than the large new-build zones of Estepona and Mijas, which sit 20 to 40 kilometres further along the coast. The area sits between Marbella centre and the Puerto Banús direction, giving access to both within a few minutes by car. Within the regional hierarchy, it functions as an established, garden-heavy suburb rather than a resort zone.
The nearest beach, Playa de Casablanca, is 1.9 kilometres away as the crow flies, with Playa de Nagüeles a further 2.1 kilometres and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.0 kilometres. Note that the 7.6% gradient makes the walk down and back up strenuous, so the beach is effectively a short drive. Marbella's marinas, Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen at 3.2 kilometres and Marina la Bajadilla at 4.2 kilometres, offer mooring, dining and waterfront walks. Marbella itself is 3 kilometres straight-line; Málaga, the provincial capital with 579,000 inhabitants, is 50 kilometres away, and Algeciras 64 kilometres. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is roughly 41 kilometres as the crow flies, a drive of around 35 to 40 minutes depending on traffic, while Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is about 56 kilometres to the south-west. Golfers can reach The Range at 3.3 kilometres, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 4.8 kilometres and Magna Marbella Golf at 5.6 kilometres. A car is the practical choice for most journeys; the 11 bus lines and 50 stops provide a workable alternative for commuting into Marbella centre.
| Beach Distance | 1.9 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 41 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 56 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for the area shows an average annual temperature of 18.0 degrees, with monthly averages ranging from 12 degrees in the coolest months to 26 degrees in summer. This pattern supports outdoor use of the terrace and pool area for most of the year, with the covered terrace providing shade and shelter in the hotter and cooler seasons respectively. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 degrees or above, lasts around four months, concentrated in summer; outside that window, the communal pool sees less use, though the mild air temperatures keep outdoor living comfortable for longer. The property's elevation of 145 metres gives it a slightly cooler and often fresher feel than the seafront, a common characteristic of Sierra Blanca and neighbouring urbanisations. The gradient towards the coast averages 7.6%, steep enough to shape daily movement patterns. Behind the property, the foothills rising towards La Concha, whose silhouette is visible from the terrace, offer walking routes and viewpoints within 3 kilometres, including Cantera de la Legua and Mirador de los Gitanos. The mountain backdrop also explains the listed mountain and panoramic views.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach access from Sierra Blanca centres on Playa de Casablanca, 1.9 kilometres away in a straight line, with Playa de Nagüeles at 2.1 kilometres and Playa de la Bajadilla at 4.0 kilometres offering alternatives within a short drive. The region's beaches are a mix of sandy stretches and chiringuito-lined coves typical of the Marbella coast. Recreation extends well beyond the shoreline: three golf facilities sit within 5.6 kilometres, from the practice-oriented Range to the established Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, one of the Costa del Sol's traditional courses. Racquet sports are covered by Club de Tenis y Padel El Mirador at 1.8 kilometres, and the Polideportivo Paco Cantos at 2.2 kilometres adds municipal sports facilities. For swimming outside the sea season, Supera Miraflores offers a public pool 2.7 kilometres away, while the communal pool and children's pool within the complex serve daily use. Waterfront leisure centres on the two marinas: Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen at 3.2 kilometres for dining and strolls, and Marina la Bajadilla at 4.2 kilometres, the town's working fishing and leisure port. Hikers can use the nearby viewpoints and the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca massif, whose trails begin within a few kilometres of the property.
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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Within the Costa del Sol market, this property occupies a different segment from the current wave of new-build developments. Comparable projects listed in the region include Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000). All three are new-build developments on the eastern and western flanks of the coast, some 30 to 60 kilometres from Marbella centre, and their from-prices reflect locations further from the region's most established residential core. This apartment, at a fixed €732,000, sits in Sierra Blanca, one of Marbella's central hillside urbanisations, 3 kilometres from the old town and under 2 kilometres from the beach. The price difference is therefore partly a location premium and partly a market-structure difference: established resale stock in central Marbella trades on proximity and maturity, while new-build projects further afield trade on modern specifications and lower entry prices. Sierra Blanca itself is characterised by low-density residential development, mature gardens and views towards La Concha, distinguishing it from the high-rise zones of Marbella's Golden Mile and the beachfront strips of Fuengirola and Benalmádena. The trade-offs are structural: the building dates from 1985 with communal rather than private parking, no lift information is listed, and the 102 square metres of living area is modest against some newer three-bedroom products. Against that, the area records around 4,399 housing transactions per year, indicating deep resale liquidity, and the local supply of restaurants, schools, healthcare and sports facilities within a few kilometres matches or exceeds what the newer peripheral developments can offer today. Buyers comparing options should weigh modern construction and community facilities in the newer projects against centrality, established surroundings and immediate availability here.
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