This two-bedroom, two-bathroom ground-floor apartment is situated in the Mi Capricho frontline beach complex in Calahonda, on the Costa del Sol. Built in 2001 and recently renovated, the property offers 119 m² of living space with a south-facing orientation and direct views over the sea, beach, gardens and pool. The asking price is a fixed €849,000, with the home delivered key-ready and fully furnished. A private terrace and garden lead directly to the communal pool area, with the beach roughly 50 metres further on.
Within the Costa del Sol market, this apartment occupies a specific niche: resale, frontline beach, in a consolidated complex with a tourist licence. Comparable new-build projects in the region operate in a different segment. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas at €205,000, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000. Those projects offer modern construction and community facilities at a lower entry price, but they sit at distances from the shore that this property does not: the beach here begins roughly 50 metres from the pool area. The price of approximately €7,100 per square metre is consistent with frontline positions between Fuengirola and Marbella, where building land directly on the coast is essentially exhausted and supply consists almost entirely of resale stock. Locationally, Calahonda sits closer to Marbella (15 km straight-line) than to Málaga (37 km), placing it in the more internationally oriented western Costa del Sol. The local market records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale market with reasonable liquidity. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives are effectively choosing between modern construction inland or slightly inland, and older construction directly on the beach; the two rarely overlap in this region. The tourist licence adds a further dimension, as newer developments do not always secure tourist licences, and this legal status materially affects rental potential. Against the regional backdrop of a province with a median income of €16,450, the property is priced for international and second-home demand rather than the local primary market.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in a frontline beach complex in Calahonda, between Fuengirola and Marbella. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies about 1 km away as the crow flies, with the coastal boardwalk directly accessible from the community. Marbella is 15 km away in a straight line, while Málaga and its airport are reachable within roughly half an hour by car.
The layout comprises two bedrooms, two bathrooms including one en suite, an open-plan living and dining area and a fully fitted kitchen. The ground-floor position gives direct access from the living room to a private terrace and garden, then to the pool. Marble floors, air conditioning for hot and cold use, double glazing and fitted wardrobes are installed throughout.
This is not a new-build project. The apartment was completed in 2001 and has since been renovated, and is now available key-ready. As an existing resale home, it carries a fixed asking price of €849,000 and can be transferred promptly once purchase formalities are complete. The complex itself is an established gated community with mature tropical gardens.
The property has two bedrooms and 119 m² of built area, which limits space for larger households. There is no private pool; swimming facilities are communal. The ground-floor position means sea views are at terrace level rather than elevated. Parking is provided via an underground private space rather than a carport at the door. Construction dates from 2001, so buyers are purchasing a renovated rather than newly built home.
This property fits a buyer whose priority is direct beach access combined with a manageable footprint. A couple seeking a holiday home within walking distance of restaurants, shops and the sea would find the location practical: the complex opens onto the boardwalk, and daily errands do not require a car. Buyers looking for a rental investment form a second group, since the tourist licence permits legal short-term letting and the frontline position supports occupancy across the roughly five-month swimming season and beyond. Retirees or part-year residents form a third group: the community has 24-hour security, lift access, and accessibility features for people with reduced mobility, while two health centres and multiple pharmacies lie within 2 km. The property is less suitable for families needing three or more bedrooms, given its two-bedroom layout, and less fitting for buyers who want a private pool or a newly constructed building. Buyers who prefer elevated panoramic views should also note that a ground-floor unit offers terrace-level sea views rather than sweeping ones. The south-facing orientation does mean the private terrace receives sun throughout the day, which matters for buyers who intend to use the outdoor space as a second living area during spring, autumn and the mild Andalusian winter, when average annual temperatures of 18.5°C keep outdoor living viable for much of the year.
The apartment was completed in 2001 and has been renovated since, and the current specification reflects a modernised resale rather than an original finish. Floors are marble throughout the living areas, a material typical of higher-end Costa del Sol construction of that period and one that suits the climate by staying cool underfoot in summer. Windows are double glazed, and climate control is provided by air conditioning units that deliver both hot and cold air, covering the apartment across seasons. The interior photographs show a living room with marble flooring and two sofas, a spacious bedroom with beach-themed art, and a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, consistent with the described renovated condition. The kitchen is fully fitted, and both bathrooms are finished to a contemporary standard, with one en suite to the principal bedroom. Storage is addressed through fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms plus a separate storage room and utility room within the unit. The private covered terrace extends the usable living area for most of the year. Building services include a lift, entry phone, and access provisions for people with reduced mobility. The community infrastructure is a significant part of the overall quality picture: 24-hour security and reception, tropical gardens, multiple swimming pools, a tennis court, an on-site restaurant and direct boardwalk access. Parking is via a private, covered underground space, protecting the vehicle from sun and, in the rare cases when it occurs, hail. Utilities connected are electricity and drinkable water.
The asking price is a fixed €849,000 for the complete property, including furniture, a private underground parking space and a storage room. This is an existing resale home, not a new-build development with a price list, so there is a single price rather than a range of unit prices. At roughly €7,100 per square metre of built area, the price reflects the frontline beach position, the renovated condition and the tourist licence. For comparison, new-build projects further along the coast such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000) start at lower entry points but do not offer a direct beachfront location. Availability is immediate, as the apartment is key-ready.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around the direct relationship between the living space and the sea. Because it is a ground-floor unit in a frontline complex, the route from the sofa to the sand involves only the private terrace, the garden, the pool area and roughly 50 metres of complex grounds. This creates a rhythm in which the beach, the pool and the coastal boardwalk function almost as extensions of the home. Calahonda itself is a consolidated residential urbanisation with an unusually wide range of amenities within 2 km: 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and a dentist, alongside two health centres. The El Zoco commercial centre and a Mercadona supermarket are a short walk away, which makes routine shopping feasible without a car. The area sits at about 55 metres above sea level, with a moderate gradient of around 5.5% down to the shore, so the walk back from the beach involves a gentle but noticeable incline. Public transport is available through 4 lines and 50 stops, connecting the area to Fuengirola and Marbella. Outside the summer months, Calahonda quiets down considerably, as is typical for holiday urbanisations along this coast, though the permanent population keeps supermarkets, pharmacies and health services open year-round. The apartment is sold with a tourist licence, which means it can legally be let to short-term visitors, and its position in a complex with 24-hour security, an on-site restaurant and tennis courts supports both residential use and rental programmes.
The immediate surroundings of the Mi Capricho complex are defined by the coastline. The beach lies about 1 km away as the crow flies, and in practice roughly 50 metres from the pool area through the complex grounds. Three beaches sit within 1.3 km: Playa de Calahonda - Calahonda at 1.0 km, La Luna-Royale Beach at 1.1 km and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera at 1.3 km, giving residents a choice of stretches along the same shore. The area records 10 hotels with around 2,131 beds, an indicator of a tourism-driven local economy with corresponding restaurant and service density: 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies and 9 banks within 2 km. Education is well represented, with 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area, and the English International College at 7.0 km straight-line distance. Healthcare needs are served by two health centres nearby. Sports facilities cluster close to the complex: La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol are each 0.6 km away, and Finca Naundrup at 1.0 km. The housing market in the area is active, with around 3,800 transactions per year, which supports liquidity for resale. ThePuerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, adds mooring, dining and nightlife options within a short drive or a coastal walk.
The map shows the apartment's position directly on the coastline of Calahonda, with the beach, pools and boardwalk immediately adjacent. Marbella lies 15 km southwest and Fuengirola a similar distance northeast, while Málaga Airport sits roughly 28 km straight-line up the coast. Golf courses, the Cabopino marina and the village of La Cala de Mijas are all visible within a short radius.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol between the larger centres of Fuengirola and Marbella, the latter 15 km away in a straight line with around 148,000 inhabitants. Málaga, the provincial capital with roughly 579,000 residents, lies 37 km to the northeast, close enough for cultural and airport access while remaining a distinct urban centre. Algeciras, 77 km southwest, connects towards Cádiz province and Gibraltar. This positioning places the property within the Marbella-Mijas stretch of coast, one of the most internationally established residential zones in southern Spain, with services and infrastructure geared to a mixed local and foreign population.
Accessibility is one of the strengths of this location. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies about 28 km away in a straight line, reachable by car in roughly 25 to 30 minutes, which keeps travel logistics simple for international visitors and owners. Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at roughly 68 km straight-line distance. By road, Marbella is about 20 minutes' drive, while Fuengirola and its wider service offer lie to the northeast. Public transport consists of 4 lines with 50 stops in the area, and the complex itself is described as close to transport, so car-free living is feasible for routine needs. For drivers, the A-7 coastal motorway and the AP-7 toll road connect Calahonda to the rest of the Costa del Sol, with the apartment including a private underground parking space. The nearest golf course, Cabopino Golf, is 2.1 km away as the crow flies, with El Soto Golf at 3.6 km and a Par 3 course at 4.1 km. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, marks the neighbouring village centre with its weekly market and local atmosphere.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Calahonda enjoys the climate typical of the western Costa del Sol: an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, mild winters and warm summers moderated by sea proximity. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around five months, generally from late spring into early autumn. The elevation of roughly 55 metres above sea level combined with a moderate 5.5% gradient towards the beach means the terrain slopes gently rather than steeply, keeping walks to the shore manageable while still providing slight elevation for views from upper parts of the urbanisation. Sunshine hours along this stretch of coast are among the highest in Spain, which is the principal draw for northern European buyers. The south-facing orientation of this apartment means the terrace and living areas receive sun throughout the day, including the lower winter sun, extending the usable outdoor season well beyond the summer months. Rainfall is concentrated in a small number of winter months, so outdoor living is largely uninterrupted for most of the year.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach recreation is the defining leisure asset here. Three beaches lie within 1.3 km of the complex, with the nearest roughly a one-kilometre straight-line distance from the urbanisation centre but directly accessible via the complex's own boardwalk exit. The wider region records Blue Flag beaches including Del Cañon-La Pelá, La Guardia, Playa Granada, Salobreña and Torrenueva, reflecting the water quality along this coast. Golf is the second recreational pillar: Cabopino Golf sits 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 just 0.6 km from the property. The Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, offers berths, waterside restaurants and a more sheltered atmosphere than the open beach strips. Within the community itself, residents have use of multiple swimming pools, tropical gardens and a tennis court, which provides recreation without leaving the complex. The coastal boardwalk links the area on foot towards La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, a walkable distance for anyone who enjoys coastal routes.
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: VL176876
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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