This key-ready townhouse is situated in the Arco Iris community on the Marbella Golden Mile, one of the most established residential addresses on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 360 m² of living space arranged across four levels, with three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a covered private garage for two cars. Built in 2002, the home has a south-west orientation, open views over the communal pool and direct access to communal gardens. The asking price is fixed at €1,450,000. The house is offered unfurnished and in good condition, with clear potential for refurbishment.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property stands within a gated community on the Golden Mile, the stretch between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús known for its established hotels and residences. Playa de la Bajadilla lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies, and Marbella's marina is roughly 1.4 km. Everyday amenities are on hand within a short radius, including a pharmacy at 263 m and a supermarket within the immediate surroundings.
The layout suits buyers seeking generous space in a secure setting: an open-plan lounge and dining area opening onto a covered terrace, a fitted kitchen, and three bedrooms of which three are en suite. The top-floor bedroom has its own private terrace, and the basement connects to a private garage with space for two cars. Communal pool and gardens serve outdoor use without private maintenance obligations.
This is an existing home completed in 2002 and now key-ready, so there is no construction-phase waiting time or planning risk. Delivery can take place directly after purchase. Any refurbishment works would be the buyer's own project, both in timing and budget, which the current asking price and presentation take into account.
The property does not include a private pool or private garden; both are communal. It is sold unfurnished. There is no sea view; the outlook is over the communal pool area. The house was completed in 2002, so interior finishes reflect that period and refurbishment may be required. No lift is listed, and the layout spans four levels including a basement.
Ref: VL837895
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to Marbella who want four levels of space, three en suite bedrooms and secure parking for two cars will find the layout directly workable. Buyers seeking a renovation project in a prime address can treat the 2002 finishes as a starting point: the structure, orientation and community facilities are in place, and interior works can be planned to their own specification. Those who use Marbella as a second home benefit from the gated setting, which limits maintenance concerns during absence, and from the walking and short-drive access to beach, marina and dining. The home is less suited to buyers wanting a private pool, a private garden or an unobstructed sea view, since outdoor space here is communal and the outlook is over the pool. It also requires comfort with stairs, as the layout spans four levels without a listed lift. For anyone prioritising a turnkey, newly built interior, the refurbishment requirement works in the opposite direction. In short, the property matches buyers who value location, space and security over modern finishes, and who are prepared to invest in updating the interior themselves.
The house was completed in 2002 and is described as being in good condition, though the interior reflects the standards of that construction period. Photographs show marble flooring in at least one bedroom, tiled bathrooms with shower and toilet suites, sliding balcony doors, and a private garage with an automatic door. Climate control includes air conditioning throughout and a fireplace in the living area, which covers both summer cooling and cooler winter evenings. The kitchen is fitted and serves the open-plan day area. Three of the four bathrooms are en suite, which indicates a layout designed for permanent or family residence rather than occasional holiday use. Fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms provide storage without additional furniture. Buyers should expect to assess the technical installations themselves or through a surveyor: a 2002 property may have ageing boilers, electrical installations or glazing that predate current efficiency standards, and any refurbishment plan should account for these. The communal areas, including the pool and gardens, are shared facilities whose condition and maintenance costs are managed through the community of owners. The covered and uncovered terraces extend usable space across seasons, with the south-west orientation favouring afternoon and evening sun. Overall, the property offers a sound structural base with functional systems, while the finishing level invites modernisation rather than presenting as new-build quality.
The asking price is fixed at €1,450,000 for the property as a whole; this is not a price-list or from-price project. The house offers 360 m² of living space across four levels with three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a basement and a private two-car garage, which places the price in context of the Golden Mile market rather than generic Costa del Sol averages. Availability is immediate, as the home is key-ready. Buyers should budget separately for refurbishment works, since the interior reflects its 2002 construction date and is presented unfurnished. Transaction costs in Spain (transfer tax, notary and registry fees) are additional to the asking price.
Arco Iris sits in the quieter, residential part of the Golden Mile, within a gated community that separates daily life from through-traffic. The rhythm here is urban but relaxed: mornings can start on the covered terrace with south-west light, the walk to the sea at Playa de la Bajadilla takes about 1.3 km straight-line, and Marbella's old town with its restaurants, cafés and shops lies a short drive or a longer walk away. The living area is arranged as one open space combining lounge and dining, extending onto the terrace, so indoor and outdoor use connect directly. Upstairs, two en suite bedrooms with fitted wardrobes serve family or guests, while the third bedroom occupies the top level with a private terrace. The basement level, connected to the covered garage for two cars, provides practical storage and parking without relying on street parking, which is a genuine convenience in this part of Marbella during busy summer months. Communal gardens and the pool form the outdoor extension of the house. The setting near Marbella Club and Puente Romano means that hotel dining, beach clubs and evening amenities are close by, while the community itself remains residential. For buyers who want a base in Marbella with space for a family, room for a renovation to their own taste, and the security of a gated complex, the property offers a workable framework: structurally complete, well located, and flexible in use.
Daily life around the Golden Mile combines residential calm with proximity to Marbella's core amenities. A pharmacy sits 263 m away and a supermarket within roughly 70 m of the immediate area, so basic shopping does not require a car. Within 2 km the area counts around 130 restaurants, 28 pharmacies, 20 banks and 24 cafés, reflecting the density of a mature urban district. Healthcare access includes five health centres in the surrounding area, and education options include 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools, with the British International School 3.0 km away as the crow flies and the English International College at 7.7 km. For sports, the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima lies 0.9 km away and a municipal swimming pool at 0.9 km. Marina la Bajadilla and Marina Marbella are both about 1.4 km distant, providing waterfront dining and moorings. Public transport covers the area with 11 lines and 50 stops, which makes car-free living feasible, although most residents keep a car for longer trips. An electric vehicle charging point is 434 m away, with a Marbella Supercharger at 4.3 km. The area is busy in summer and quieter in the off-season, a rhythm typical of Marbella.
The map shows the property's position on the Golden Mile between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús, with the beach at 1.3 km and the marinas just beyond. All distances shown are straight-line; road distances are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
The Golden Mile is the historic prestige corridor connecting Marbella's old town to Puerto Banús, lined with established hotels such as Marbella Club and Puente Romano and mature residential communities. Within the region, it sits closer to Marbella centre than to Estepona or Mijas, which shifts the daily orientation towards the old town, the fishing port and the western beaches. Compared with inland or eastern Costa del Sol locations, the area trades tranquillity for density of amenities and year-round activity. For international buyers, the position means direct access to the Marbella lifestyle without dependence on a car for daily needs.
The nearest beach, Playa de la Bajadilla, is 1.3 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de Casablanca at 3.2 km and Playa de Nagüeles at 3.9 km. The gradient from the house to the beach is moderate at around 4.9%, so the walk is manageable but uphill on the return. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 38 km away in a straight line, making it roughly a 40-minute drive along the A-7 or AP-7 under normal traffic. Gibraltar Airport lies about 59 km straight-line to the south-west. Golfers can reach The Range golf lessons at 6.6 km, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 8.1 km and Magna Marbella Golf at 8.9 km, all straight-line distances; actual road distances are longer. By car, Marbella old town, Puerto Banús and the surrounding coastal towns are all within short drives. Within the immediate area, most daily facilities are reachable on foot or by bicycle, and the private two-car garage removes parking pressure entirely.
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 38 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 59 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The property stands at approximately 81 m above sea level on a gentle coastal slope, high enough to avoid flood concerns but low enough that the sea remains within walking distance. The climate is Mediterranean: the average annual temperature is around 18.3°C, with hot summers and mild winters. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about four months, concentrated in summer, although sea swimming outside this window is a matter of personal tolerance. The south-west orientation of the house means the terraces receive afternoon and evening sun, favouring late-day use and outdoor dining, while the covered terrace offers shade during peak hours. The nearby viewpoints of Mirador de los Gitanos (2.5 km) and Mirador de Ojén (4.8 km) indicate the mountain backdrop to the north, where walking and hiking options open up within a short drive. Rainfall concentrates in the cooler months, and summer months are predominantly dry and sunny.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The closest beach, Playa de la Bajadilla, lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies and adjoins the working fishing port of Puerto Pesquero at about 1.5 km, which adds a local, year-round character to this stretch of coast. Playa de Casablanca (3.2 km) and Playa de Nagüeles (3.9 km) extend the range of sandy options towards the western Golden Mile. For golf, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (8.1 km) and Magna Marbella Golf (8.9 km) are established courses within a ten-minute drive, while The Range (6.6 km) offers practice facilities. Sports infrastructure nearby includes the Pabellón de Gimnasia Rítmica at 0.6 km, the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima at 0.9 km and the Supera Miraflores sports centre with pool at 1.0 km. The two marinas at roughly 1.4 km provide waterfront recreation, dining and boat access. Together these options support both active and leisure-oriented routines within a compact radius.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.1°C | 64 mm |
| February | 12.9°C | 40 mm |
| March | 14.0°C | 130 mm |
| April | 15.9°C | 59 mm |
| May | 19.1°C | 23 mm |
| June | 22.8°C | 6 mm |
| July | 25.6°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.1°C | 24 mm |
| October | 19.8°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.4°C | 78 mm |
| December | 13.2°C | 70 mm |
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Within the Costa del Sol market, this property occupies a different segment from the new-build alternatives further along the coast. Comparable projects such as 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 modern apartments at entry-level price points, typically with communal pools, contemporary finishes and developer payment structures. This townhouse, at a fixed €1,450,000, competes on address and volume rather than on novelty: 360 m² across four levels, three en suite bedrooms and a private two-car garage are dimensions rarely matched by apartment stock in those newer schemes. The trade-off is explicit. The new-build projects deliver current finishes, warranties and lower running complexity, while this 2002 property requires a refurbishment budget and buyer-led project management. Location also separates them sharply. The Golden Mile sits between Marbella old town and Puerto Banús, with hotel infrastructure, year-round dining and a mature residential identity, whereas Torre del Mar, Mijas and Estepona are more dispersed, quieter in winter and generally further from Marbella's core. Buyers weighing this house against those alternatives are effectively choosing between finished modernity at a lower price and an established, space-rich property in one of the coast's most recognised addresses, with renovation works as the bridge between the two. Annual housing transactions in the area of nearly 4,750 indicate an active resale market, which matters for liquidity at this price level, and the density of schools, health centres and transport lines supports year-round living rather than purely seasonal use.
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