This top-floor apartment sits in Calahonda, a well-established residential area on the Mijas Costa stretch of the Costa del Sol, roughly 15 km from Marbella and 37 km from Málaga. The property offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 109 m² of built space, with a communal pool and a position close to the sea. Completed in 1986 and now key-ready, it carries a fixed asking price of €425,000. The home includes a balcony with sea views, a bedroom with sea-facing windows and a kitchen with granite worktops, combining an established setting with everyday coastal convenience.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment lies in Calahonda, between Fuengirola and Marbella, at approximately 55 m above sea level. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, is 1.0 km away as the crow flies, reached via a moderate gradient of around 5.5%. Marbella is 15 km away in a straight line, while Málaga city lies 37 km further along the coast.
The layout serves two residents or a small household: two bedrooms, two bathrooms and 109 m² of built area. The top-floor position and balcony with sea view provide outdoor space, while the communal pool covers seasonal swimming needs. Daily amenities are concentrated within 2 km, including restaurants, cafés, pharmacies and banks.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 1986 and is offered key-ready, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. Buyers should factor the age of the building into their assessment of installations, insulation and future maintenance, none of which are detailed in the available data.
The property offers 109 m² with two bedrooms and two bathrooms; no private pool, private garden, garage or storage room is listed. Details such as an energy performance certificate, community fees and annual taxes are not included in the available data. The building dates from 1986, and no information is provided on recent renovation of systems or the façade.
This apartment suits a buyer seeking an established, move-in-ready home on the Mijas Costa rather than a new-build development. Recognisable situations include: a couple downsizing to a two-bedroom coastal property with manageable running costs and a communal pool; a household wanting a second home within easy reach of Málaga airport, roughly 28 km away as the crow flies, for frequent short stays; or a buyer prioritising sea views and a top-floor position over modern construction and on-site parking. The two bathrooms make the layout workable for guests or for two people sharing who each want their own facilities. The property is less obvious for buyers needing three or more bedrooms, a private garden, a garage or a lift-served modern building, as none of these are listed. Those planning intensive winter residence should verify the heating situation independently, since the photographs show a fan rather than fixed climate systems. Finally, buyers comparing purely on price per square metre against new-build projects inland should note that this property's value lies in its location, views and immediate availability rather than in contemporary specifications.
The available data on materials and finishing is limited to the photographic record and the year of construction. The kitchen is compact, with a window and granite worktops, a durable, conventional surface typical of renovations carried out in the late twentieth or early twenty-first century. The balcony and one bedroom face the sea, with white wall finishes visible in the imagery, suggesting a light interior palette. A second bedroom is bright with a large window and a ceiling fan, indicating that fixed air conditioning has not been installed throughout, at least in that room. Completed in 1986, the building belongs to a generation of Spanish coastal construction whose insulation standards, window glazing and electrical installations predate current technical building codes. Buyers should treat the following as verification points during inspection: the age and condition of the boiler and hot water system; the state of electrical wiring and the consumer unit; window frames and whether glazing is single or double; damp evidence on the top floor, which receives the most sun and weather exposure; and the condition of the roof terrace or roof structure above the apartment. The communal pool and gardens fall under community management; monthly community fees are not stated in the data and should be requested. No energy performance certificate details are provided. In short, the finishing level appears consistent with a maintained, lived-in property of its age, but a technical survey is the appropriate instrument to confirm structural and installation condition.
The apartment is an existing home offered at a fixed asking price of €425,000, not a from-price. For context, comparable new-build projects in the wider region start lower: Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those figures concern new construction, whereas this price applies to a completed, key-ready 1986 apartment of 109 m² with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a sea-facing balcony and communal pool access. Approximately 3,800 housing transactions per year are recorded in the local market, indicating an active resale environment. Availability is immediate upon completion of the purchase process.
Calahonda functions as a year-round residential area with a pronounced holiday-season rhythm. The apartment's top-floor position means no neighbours above, and the balcony faces the sea with views over palms and the communal pool area. Mornings can start on this balcony, and the beach lies about 1 km away as the crow flies, a walk of roughly ten to fifteen minutes given the moderate slope of 5.5%, which is noticeable on the return uphill. Within a 2 km radius the area counts 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and a dentist, so daily errands are handled locally without travelling to larger towns. Two health centres serve the wider area, and education options include 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools. The English International College is 7 km away for internationally oriented schooling. Life here is practical and car-supported: although 4 public transport lines with around 50 stops serve the area, most residents use a car for beach trips, shopping and airport transfers. Out of season the neighbourhood quiets considerably, appealing to permanent residents and long-term visitors, while July and August bring a visible influx of tourists supported by 10 hotels and around 2,131 beds in the vicinity. For a household combining remote work or retirement with coastal living, the setting provides the essentials within a compact, walkable core.
Daily life in Calahonda revolves around a compact commercial core and the coast road. The beach at Playa de Calahonda is 1.0 km away as the crow flies, with alternative options at La Luna-Royale (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km), giving residents a choice of three stretches of sand within walking distance for most fitness levels. Puerto Cabopino, 2.3 km away, is the nearest marina and doubles as a dining and strolling destination. Golf is a defining feature of the immediate surroundings: Cabopino golf lies 2.1 km away, El Soto Golf 3.6 km and a Par 3 course 4.1 km, while La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol are both about 0.6 km from the property. Sports centres are therefore exceptionally close by regional standards. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, anchors a pleasant neighbouring village with a weekly market and local restaurants. Marbella, 15 km in a straight line, provides the full range of city amenities, old-town atmosphere and shopping; Málaga at 37 km adds cultural institutions and an international airport. The area's 38 restaurants and 15 cafés within 2 km cover everyday dining without driving, and the local tourism footprint, 10 hotels and roughly 2,131 beds, sustains year-round opening of many businesses. Public transport exists (4 lines, around 50 stops) but is oriented along the coast road, so a car remains the practical choice for most households.
The map shows the apartment's position in Calahonda, roughly 1 km inland from the beach and 55 m above sea level. Distances shown are straight-line: Marbella at 15 km, Málaga at 37 km and the airport at approximately 28 km. The concentration of golf and sports facilities within 4 km is clearly visible, as is the proximity of Puerto Cabopino marina.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a mid-coastal position on the Mijas Costa, roughly equidistant in character between the resort scale of Marbella (15 km) and the urban weight of Málaga (37 km). It sits closer to the Marbella orbit than to the city, which shapes its amenities, price levels and international resident base. Within the Costa del Sol as a whole, the area is known for affordability relative to Marbella's Golden Mile while retaining beach access, golf infrastructure and quick airport connections, a combination that explains its enduring popularity with Northern European second-home buyers.
Accessibility is one of Calahonda's practical strengths. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies approximately 28 km away in a straight line, one of the shorter airport distances on the western Costa del Sol, which matters for frequent travellers and rental visitors alike. Gibraltar Airport is about 68 km away as the crow flies, a realistic alternative for certain UK routes. By road, the A-7 coastal motorway and the AP-7 toll road run just inland of the urbanisation, connecting Fuengirola to the east and Marbella to the west; travel times depend on season, with July and August noticeably busier. Within the area itself, four public transport lines and around 50 stops provide a basic bus service along the main artery, useful for the beach and local shops but limited for commuting. The nearest beach is 1.0 km in a straight line with a moderate 5.5% gradient, meaning the return walk involves a steady incline. Everyday services are dense: 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and 38 restaurants within a 2 km radius, plus two health centres in the area. For households with children, 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools serve the locality, and the English International College sits 7 km away.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Calahonda records an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, in line with the Málaga coast's mild Mediterranean regime. The swimming season, the period with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, roughly from late May into October, which extends the useful season of the communal pool well beyond the peak summer weeks. The elevation of 55 m above sea level gives the apartment its sea views while keeping it low enough that heat and wind remain moderate; the gradient toward the beach of 5.5% is gentle enough for walking but perceptible on the way back up. Winters are mild by Northern European standards, though homes of 1986 vintage often lack central heating, so buyers intending year-round residence should consider supplementary heating for the cooler months of December through February. Rainfall on this stretch of coast is concentrated in a handful of autumn and winter months, with long dry spells in summer. The surrounding landscape is a mix of established gardens, golf greens and low Mediterranean scrub on the hillsides inland, with the beaches and Cabopino's pine-backed dunes nearby providing the principal natural recreation areas.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit within roughly 1.3 km of the apartment: Playa de Calahonda - Calahonda (1.0 km), La Luna-Royale (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km), all measured in a straight line. The Blue Flag programme appears in the wider province with six awarded beaches, including Torrenueva close to the area, indicating a good standard of water quality and services along this coast. Recreation extends well beyond the sand: Cabopino golf course is 2.1 km away, El Soto Golf 3.6 km and a Par 3 course 4.1 km, while La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol sports facilities are only about 0.6 km from the property, an unusually dense concentration of sports amenities. Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, offers berths, waterside restaurants and one of the more sheltered bathing spots in the area. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) marks the start of the coastal promenade toward Fuengirola, suitable for walking and cycling. For organised sport, Finca Naundrup (1.0 km) adds further facilities. In practical terms, a household here can structure weeks around beach mornings, golf or padel sessions and marina evenings without leaving a five-kilometre radius.
Source: Blue Flag 2026, OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5°C | 61 mm |
| February | 13.3°C | 41 mm |
| March | 14.4°C | 125 mm |
| April | 16.2°C | 59 mm |
| May | 19.2°C | 23 mm |
| June | 22.8°C | 7 mm |
| July | 25.5°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.0°C | 7 mm |
| September | 23.2°C | 26 mm |
| October | 20.0°C | 72 mm |
| November | 15.8°C | 71 mm |
| December | 13.6°C | 66 mm |
Moderate
Ref: VL093455
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Positioned between Fuengirola and Marbella, Calahonda competes in a distinct segment of the Costa del Sol market: established, resale-dominated coastal urbanisations rather than new-build developments. Against the comparable new-build projects listed, this apartment at €425,000 sits above the entry prices of Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000), Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), but those projects are new construction with modern specifications and, in some cases, inland or eastern locations. What this property offers instead is immediacy, key-ready occupation, together with a top-floor position, sea views from both balcony and bedroom, and a location whose amenity density is hard to replicate: two sports complexes at 0.6 km, three beaches within 1.3 km, a marina at 2.3 km and golf at 2.1 km. Compared with Marbella itself, 15 km away, Calahonda trades prestige and old-town character for lower entry prices and a more residential pace. Compared with Torre del Mar on the eastern Axarquía coast, it offers a shorter airport transfer and a more developed international community, at the cost of higher prices per square metre. The local market records roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating healthy liquidity for resale properties, relevant both for future flexibility and for buy-to-let considerations, given that 10 hotels and around 2,131 tourist beds sustain rental demand in the high season. Buyers weighing this apartment against new builds should therefore compare on total cost of ownership, including prospective renovation of an older property, rather than on headline price alone.
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