This duplex is located in Río Real, an established residential area in East Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 381 m² of living space with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, two of which are en-suite. Completed in 1987 and designed by architect Fernando Hidalgo, the home forms part of a maintained complex with a communal pool, a children's play area and controlled street access. The asking price is €1,473,000 as a fixed amount for this existing home. Distances to the beach, golf courses and Marbella centre are short, and the location sits at 27 metres above sea level.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Río Real lies in East Marbella, roughly between the city centre and the El Alicate stretch of coast. Playa de la Bajadilla is 2.7 km away as the crow flies and El Alicate 3.5 km. Marbella's marinas are around 2.3 to 2.4 km distant. The residential setting is quiet, with the A-7 and AP-7 providing road connections along the coast. Straight-line distances may translate into longer road routes.
The home suits households needing generous space: four double bedrooms across two levels, a private garden with its own terrace, a covered terrace and a living room with fireplace. Central heating and a lift are present. The layout allows separate use of the ground-floor hall as a work or reading area. Families with children have a play area and communal pool within the complex.
This is not a new-build project. The property was completed in 1987 and is key-ready in the sense that it can be occupied after purchase. The condition is recorded as fair, which implies the 1980s construction and fittings may require updating depending on buyer standards. No delivery schedule applies; the transfer follows the standard purchase process for existing homes in Spain.
The property is not furnished and its recorded condition is fair rather than renovated. There is no private pool; swimming facilities are communal. No private garage is listed, parking is on-street within the controlled access zone. The building dates from 1987, so insulation and installation standards differ from current new-build requirements. Details about the energy label and cadastral reference are not included here.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to Marbella year-round benefits from four double bedrooms, three bathrooms plus a guest toilet arrangement, central heating for the winter months and international schools within 4.5 to 5.9 km, the English International College and the British International School of Marbella. Buyers seeking a second home with genuine outdoor space will find the private garden and multiple terraces more generous than most apartments at this price point. Households combining work and residence can convert the large entrance hall into a home office, relevant for remote workers using Marbella's infrastructure. Investors looking at the East Marbella corridor may note the property's position next to the site designated for the future Four Seasons Marbella project and the redevelopment of the former Hotel Incosol into a wellness-focused five-star complex, both documented plans that include new roads, green spaces and sports facilities in the area. Buyers expecting a turnkey, fully renovated interior should factor in the recorded fair condition: the 1987 construction functions well structurally but interiors may warrant modernisation. Households wanting a private pool, furnished delivery or new-build energy standards will need to look elsewhere or budget for works. A car is practical here: public transport exists with 11 lines and 50 stops in the wider area, but the residential fabric of Río Real is geared towards car ownership.
The building was designed by Fernando Hidalgo, an architect whose work in this period is recognisable for generous room proportions and a residential layout prioritising daylight and cross-ventilation over compact footprints. The 381 m² of living area reflects that approach: wide entrance hall, separate kitchen, and a living room sized for both dining and sitting. Current finishes include wood flooring and marble-tiled bathrooms, consistent with high-end Spanish construction of the late 1980s. Climate control combines central heating with a fireplace, covering winter comfort; no air conditioning is listed in the available data, which buyers in a region with summer averages of 26°C may wish to verify and, if absent, plan for. The property is offered unfurnished, allowing buyers to install their own kitchen equipment and furnishings or to undertake updating works. The recorded fair condition means systems such as plumbing, electrics and glazing should be checked during technical due diligence, as 1980s installations often predate current efficiency standards. Within the complex, communal areas including the pool and play area are described as well maintained, and a lift serves the building. Terraces and the private garden are usable as delivered, with the covered terrace already fitted out as a wine cellar. Overall, the quality story is one of sound structure and spacious design that rewards a planned refurbishment rather than a property needing structural intervention.
The asking price is €1,473,000, a fixed amount for this existing home rather than a starting price. Brokerage fees are included in this figure; transfer costs and taxes, such as the Andalusian transfer tax (ITP), are additional. At 381 m² of living space plus terraces, garden areas and four bathrooms, the property competes in the established East Marbella segment rather than with new-build apartments further along the coast. Availability follows the standard sales process, as an existing, key-ready home it can transfer relatively quickly once notarial completion is scheduled. Buyers should budget separately for notary, registry and legal costs.
Daily life in this Río Real duplex revolves around horizontal living on two connected levels. The main floor holds a spacious living room with a fireplace and large windows, a separate kitchen with its own small terrace, a full bathroom and a large entrance hall that residents have used flexibly as an office or reading space. Direct terrace access from the living room makes outdoor use part of the normal day, particularly given the regional average of 19.1°C and monthly means between 12 and 26°C. Upstairs, four double bedrooms are arranged so that two have en-suite bathrooms and open onto a covered terrace, currently arranged as a wine cellar and multi-purpose room, while the other two connect to the private garden with its own terrace. This split allows either privacy between bedrooms or separate use for guests and family. Within the complex, residents share a swimming pool and a children's play area, with street access controlled by a security barrier and parking directly at the door. The surrounding area records 138 restaurants, 29 pharmacies, 20 banks and 25 cafés within 2 km, so errands and dining out do not require long journeys. The nearest beaches sit roughly 2.7 km away in a straight line, and Marbella's centre and marinas lie within about 2.4 km of the complex, keeping the daily rhythm local and unhurried.
Río Real sits on the eastern side of Marbella, a section of coast known for consolidated residential urbanisations, golf greens and quieter beaches than the central strip. Within 2 km, the density of amenities is high: 138 restaurants, 29 pharmacies, 20 banks and 25 cafés, which in practice means that daily shopping, prescriptions and eating out rarely require crossing the whole town. Marbella municipality counts roughly 148,000 inhabitants, giving the area full urban services without the intensity of Málaga city, 48 km to the north-east as the crow flies. The nearest beaches, Playa de la Bajadilla at 2.7 km and El Alicate at 3.5 km straight-line, are complemented by three marinas within about 2.4 km, including Marina la Bajadilla, from where coastal walks and boat access begin. Sports facilities are close at hand: the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima lies 2.7 km away, and the Greenlife Golf courses begin at 6.0 km. For families, dentists (three within 2 km) and international schools within a short drive complete the picture. The area sits at 27 metres above sea level, essentially flat coastal terrain, so walking and cycling within the neighbourhood are uncomplicated, though distances to the beach are practical by car or bicycle rather than a short stroll.
The map shows the duplex in Río Real on Marbella's eastern side, with the coast, the Bajadilla marina area and the road network towards the town centre nearby. Straight-line distances to beaches, golf courses, schools and airports are indicated; actual driving routes are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Río Real occupies a specific position in Marbella's eastern corridor, the stretch between the town centre and Elviria that concentrates established urbanisations, golf courses and international schools. Marbella itself, with around 148,000 inhabitants, anchors the western end of this segment; Málaga city and its airport lie 48 and 39 km to the north-east respectively, while Algeciras sits 66 km to the south-west. On the Costa del Sol as a whole, the location balances resort-style amenities, marinas, golf, beaches, with year-round residential infrastructure, distinguishing it from more seasonal resort pockets further east.
Accessibility is one of the location's practical strengths. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies approximately 39 km away in a straight line, reachable via the A-7 or AP-7 motorways; Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at about 58 km for certain UK routes. Driving distances exceed straight-line figures, as is usual along this coast. By road, Marbella centre and its marinas sit within a few minutes, and the beaches at Bajadilla and El Alicate at 2.7 and 3.5 km respectively. Golfers reach Greenlife Golf at 6.0–6.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 7.0 km as the crow flies. Electric-vehicle owners have charging points at Repsol (4.4 km) and Wirelane (5.5 km). Public transport covers the wider area with 11 lines and 50 stops, useful for connections along the coast, but the residential position of Río Real makes a car the standard mode for shopping, school runs and beach trips. On-site parking takes place directly at the door within the barrier-controlled complex.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 39 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 58 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a classic Mediterranean profile: an annual average of 19.1°C, monthly means running from about 12°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, and a swimming season of roughly five months during which sea temperatures hold at 20°C or above. At 27 metres elevation on flat coastal ground, the property avoids both hillside slopes and flood-prone lowland directly at the shore. Practically, this means outdoor living on the terraces and in the garden is comfortable from spring through late autumn, central heating plus the fireplace cover the mild but real Andalusian winters, and summer heat is moderated by the sea proximity. The covered terrace, currently used as a wine cellar, doubles as shaded outdoor space during the hottest hours. Sun hours in the region support garden growth and terrace use for most of the year, and the 32 local public holidays annually reflect an active municipal calendar of festivals and events in Marbella.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Coastal recreation options cluster within a short radius. Playa de la Bajadilla, 2.7 km away as the crow flies, adjoins the fishing port and marina of the same name, combining beach visits with waterfront dining. El Alicate at 3.5 km offers a quieter, more residential stretch of sand. Three marinas within about 2.3–2.4 km, Marina Marbella, Marina la Bajadilla and Puerto Pesquero, provide moorings, chandleries and seaside promenades. Golf is a defining feature of this part of the coast: Greenlife Golf's driving range and course begin at 6.0 km, Greenlife Golf Marbella sits at 6.1 km and Santa María Golf & Country Club at 7.0 km, all straight-line distances. For structured sport, the Complejo Polideportivo Antonio Serrano Lima (2.7 km), a rhythmic gymnastics pavilion (3.6 km) and Polideportivo Riohuelo (3.7 km) cover municipal facilities. Within the complex itself, the communal pool and children's play area provide immediate recreation without leaving the grounds, and the private garden adds space for outdoor family use.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8°C | 64 mm |
| February | 13.7°C | 40 mm |
| March | 14.8°C | 130 mm |
| April | 16.6°C | 59 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 23 mm |
| June | 23.6°C | 6 mm |
| July | 26.3°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.8°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.8°C | 24 mm |
| October | 20.5°C | 73 mm |
| November | 16.2°C | 78 mm |
| December | 14.0°C | 70 mm |
Ref: VL470549
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the Costa del Sol market, this duplex occupies a different segment from the newer apartment developments used as comparables. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,950, all new-build prices per unit, typically for smaller apartments. This property's fixed price of €1,473,000 buys 381 m² of living space, four double bedrooms, four bathrooms, a private garden and multiple terraces in a consolidated East Marbella setting, a scale of accommodation that new-build apartments at those price levels do not offer. The trade-off is condition: the 1987 construction is recorded as fair, whereas the comparables deliver modern specifications and developer warranties. Locationally, Río Real sits closer to Marbella's centre and its full service infrastructure than Torre del Mar or Estepona, both of which are more distant from Málaga airport and the Marbella, Puerto Banús economic core. Mijas offers comparable coastal access at lower entry prices but lies west of Málaga city, changing the commuting geometry. For buyers weighing space, privacy and land against contemporary finish, this duplex represents the established-property side of the equation; for those prioritising turnkey new build with communal facilities only, the apartment developments remain the alternative. A further regional factor is the documented planning context: the site next door is earmarked for the Four Seasons Marbella project and the former Hotel Incosol is being converted into a five-star wellness complex, both of which are public planning elements that shape the medium-term character of the Río Real area rather than speculative claims.
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