A contemporary detached villa in the Río Verde area of Marbella's Golden Mile, completed in 2021 and offered key-ready at a fixed asking price of €4,000,000. The property provides five bedrooms and six bathrooms across 765 m² of living space on a 435 m² plot, with a private pool, rooftop solarium with sea views, and a private underground garage. The beach at Playa de la Bajadilla lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies, while the immediate area counts 130 restaurants and 28 pharmacies within 2 km. Marbella town centre sits roughly 7 km away.
Placed against the wider Costa del Sol market, this villa belongs to a different category from the region's volume new-build output. Comparable projects cited for the coast, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are apartment-led developments aimed at the mid-market and second-home segments, typically with communal pools and shared facilities. At a fixed asking price of €4,000,000, this property competes instead in the detached-villa segment of Marbella's Golden Mile, where value is driven by address and land scarcity rather than by built specification alone. The trade-off is structural. The comparable developments offer larger plots of communal space, shared amenities and brand-new warranties at a fraction of the price, but in locations further from Marbella's core, Torre del Mar and Estepona lie well to the east and west respectively. This villa offers the inverse: a compact 435 m² plot, no communal facilities, but an established residential street within the Golden Mile, walking distance to the beach and marina, and the full urban infrastructure of Marbella, schools, health centres, 11 transport lines, at hand. Buyers comparing the two categories are effectively choosing between space and specification per euro in peripheral coastal towns versus location intensity in Marbella's most consolidated corridor. The local market shows genuine liquidity, with 4,743 housing transactions per year recorded in the area, which supports resale prospects relative to thinner markets further along the coast. Proximity to Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (about 38 km straight-line) and the secondary option of Gibraltar (59 km) also shortens travel logistics compared with eastern Costa del Sol alternatives.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa stands in Río Verde, on the Golden Mile between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. The nearest beach is 1.3 km away in a straight line, with a moderate gradient of about 4.9% between the house and the shore. Within 2 km there are 130 restaurants, 24 cafés, 28 pharmacies and 20 banks, giving the area a fully urban level of amenity provision rather than a resort-only character.
The house is arranged for permanent or seasonal family occupation: five bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, six bathrooms, underfloor heating, air conditioning with electric heat pump, a lift between levels, and a utility and storage room. Covered and open terraces plus a rooftop solarium extend the usable living space outdoors for most of the year, supported by a south-west orientation.
This is an existing, completed home, finished in 2021 and available key-ready. There is no construction phase or delivery risk; the buyer purchases a finished property with an immediate transfer date. Any delivery timing stated in the transaction is indicative and depends on the notarial completion schedule agreed between the parties.
The plot measures 435 m², which is compact relative to the 765 m² built volume; outdoor space is organised vertically across terraces and a solarium rather than a large garden. The property has no sea-facing ground-floor frontage described, and no communal facilities such as a gym or paddel court are listed. Parking is limited to the private underground garage on the plot.
This property suits a buyer in several recognisable situations. The first is a household seeking a permanent Mediterranean residence where a car is optional: the density of shops, schools and transport within a short radius supports year-round living rather than seasonal visits. With 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools in the wider area, and the British International School 3.0 km away, families with school-age children can operate from this address. The second is the buyer of a second home that must work without staff or complex management: a lift, underfloor heating, a private garage and a compact plot with terraces rather than extensive gardens keep maintenance limited. The third is the buyer prioritising location over plot size: the 435 m² plot is small for this price class, and the value lies in the position within the Golden Mile and the built volume, not in land. The property fits less well for buyers wanting large private grounds, direct beach frontage, or a rural setting; the area is urban and busy, with 52 hotels and nearly 12,800 tourist beds nearby, which means seasonal visitor flows along the coast road and promenade.
The villa was completed in 2021, which places it within the current generation of Spanish residential construction standards. Technical features listed include underfloor heating, air conditioning with an electric heat pump, double glazing, satellite television connections, and a lift serving the levels. These are consistent with a build aimed at year-round occupancy rather than summer-only use. Interior finishing includes fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a separate utility room, which is a practical rather than cosmetic addition. Outdoor construction comprises covered and open terraces and a rooftop solarium finished in tile with glass railings, oriented south-west for afternoon sun. The stated energy performance data show a moderate consumption figure for a property of this size and age. The private underground garage accommodates several vehicles and includes an additional storage room. Two internal area figures appear in the source material (414 m² and 397 m² built, alongside the 765 m² living area figure); buyers should have the registered areas verified against the nota simple before completion. Overall, the specification is complete and coherent: no gaps are apparent in climate control, parking or storage, and the 2021 completion date means the installation warranties typical for new construction may still partially apply, subject to transfer terms.
The property is offered as an existing home at a fixed asking price of €4,000,000. It is completed (2021) and key-ready, so no off-plan payment structure applies. The price positions the villa at the top end of the immediate Golden Mile market, well above regional new-build alternatives such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) or Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), reflecting the address, the 765 m² built area and the proximity to the beach. Transaction costs, notary fees and taxes are additional to the asking price. Annual municipal and community costs should be verified during due diligence.
Daily life here is shaped by the density and maturity of the Golden Mile. The villa sits in Río Verde, a low-rise residential pocket within walking distance of the seafront promenade, where Playa de la Bajadilla lies 1.3 km away as the crow flies and the marinas of La Bajadilla and Marbella around 1.4 km. The morning routine can be built around the beach promenade, and the surrounding two-kilometre radius supplies 130 restaurants, 24 cafés and 28 pharmacies, so everyday errands do not require a car. The house itself is designed around a split between generous interior volume and layered outdoor space. With a 765 m² living area on a 435 m² plot, the footprint is intensively used: a rooftop solarium with sea views serves as the principal outlook, while covered terraces handle outdoor dining. The private pool sits within the compact plot. Internally, a lift connects the levels, and underfloor heating and air conditioning with an electric heat pump cover year-round comfort, which matters because the area records an average annual temperature of 18.3°C but cool winter evenings. The south-west orientation means afternoon and evening sun dominate the terraces. Sports facilities such as the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (0.9 km) and the municipal swimming pool (0.9 km) are closer than the golf courses, which begin at roughly 6.6 km. Eleven public transport lines with 50 stops in the area reduce car dependency for local trips, though a car remains practical for regional travel.
The Golden Mile is one of the most established stretches of the Marbella coastline, running between the town centre and Puerto Banús. For residents, this translates into short distances in every direction. Playa de la Bajadilla is 1.3 km away in a straight line, with Playa de Casablanca at 3.2 km and Playa de Nagüeles at 3.9 km. Two marinas lie within 1.5 km, covering both leisure berths and the working fishing port. Everyday infrastructure is dense: 28 pharmacies, 20 banks and 130 restaurants within 2 km. Healthcare is covered by five health centres in the area, and dental practices are available though fewer in number (two within the radius given). Education options are unusually broad for a coastal zone, with 41 primary schools and 28 secondary schools, plus international schools such as the British International School at 3.0 km and the English International College at 7.7 km. Public transport consists of 11 lines with 50 stops, which is substantial for a town of this size and makes the coastal strip navigable without a car. The area's tourist function, 52 hotels and 12,781 beds, means summer months bring noticeably more traffic and pedestrian flow, while the winter months are calmer. Housing turnover in the area runs at 4,743 transactions per year, indicating an active resale market.
The map shows the villa's position in Río Verde on the Golden Mile, between Marbella centre and Puerto Banús. Note that all distances shown are straight-line; road distances are longer. The beach, marinas and town amenities cluster within a few kilometres, while the golf courses sit slightly inland.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, the Golden Mile occupies the position between Marbella's historic centre (7 km) and Puerto Banús, the two anchors of the western Marbella property market. Málaga city and its airport lie 54 km and 38 km respectively to the north-east, while Algeciras and Gibraltar (59 km) sit to the south-west. This places the villa centrally on the coast's most mature luxury corridor, with the densest concentration of hotels, restaurants and services on the western Costa del Sol within its immediate catchment.
Straight-line distances frame the accessibility of this address. The beach is 1.3 km away, marinas at 1.4 km, and the nearest sports centres within 1 km. Golf requires a short drive: The Range at 6.6 km, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas at 8.1 km and Magna Marbella Golf at 8.9 km. Marbella centre lies 7 km away, and Málaga city 54 km, with Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 38 km as the crow flies, actual road distance is greater. Gibraltar Airport sits 59 km to the south, giving a secondary flight option. The gradient between house and beach is moderate at 4.9%, meaning the walk back from the sea involves a steady but manageable incline rather than steep steps. Public transport coverage (11 lines, 50 stops) supports car-free local movement, and an EV Supercharger station sits 4.3 km away. A private car remains useful for golf, airport runs and trips inland to viewpoints such as Mirador de los Gitanos (2.5 km) or Mirador de Ojén (4.8 km).
| Beach Distance | 1.3 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 38 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 59 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data point to a classic Costa del Sol profile: an average annual temperature of 18.3°C and a swimming season of about four months during which sea water holds at 20°C or above. The elevation of 81 metres above sea level, though the villa itself sits close to sea level on the coastal strip, combined with the moderate 4.9% gradient to the beach, means no significant climbing is involved in daily routines. The Sierra concha rises directly behind Marbella, sheltering the coastline from northern weather systems, which is the meteorological reason this stretch records high sunshine hours. Nature access is a mix of coast and hills: the beach within walking distance, and viewpoints at 2.5 km and 4.8 km marking the transition into hill country. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half-year, so terraces and the solarium are usable for most of the year, with underfloor heating covering the cooler months.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach access is a defining feature of this location. Three beaches lie within 4 km: Playa de la Bajadilla (1.3 km), Playa de Casablanca (3.2 km) and Playa de Nagüeles (3.9 km), giving residents a choice between the busy town-front stretches and quieter sections. Two marinas at 1.4 km provide moorings, waterfront dining and the fishing port at Puerto Pesquero (1.5 km). Golf is a regional draw, with three courses within 9 km: The Range (6.6 km), Real Club de Golf Las Brisas (8.1 km) and Magna Marbella Golf (8.9 km). For everyday sport, the Pabellón de Gimnasia Rítmica is 0.6 km away, with the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima and a municipal swimming pool at about 1 km. Supera Miraflores at 1.0 km combines pool and sports facilities. This density of recreation within a short radius means leisure options do not depend on long drives; most are reachable on foot or by bicycle along the flat coastal strip.
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 |
Moderate
Ref: VL889717
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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