This two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is situated in the Calahonda Park complex in lower Calahonda, on the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola and Marbella. Built in 1986 and offering 67 m² of living space, the property is key-ready but requires renovation. It is offered fully furnished and includes an open-plan fitted kitchen, a covered private terrace with an east-facing orientation, and access to a communal swimming pool within a gated complex. The asking price is fixed at €235,000. The beach at Playa de Calahonda lies approximately 1.0 km away as the crow flies, with shops, restaurants and cafés within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment stands in lower Calahonda, an established residential urbanisation in the municipality of Mijas, Málaga. Playa de Calahonda lies about 1 km away as the crow flies, reached via a moderate gradient of roughly 5.5%. Marbella is 15 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 37 km. Within 2 km there are 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies and 9 banks, so daily errands can largely be done on foot or by a short drive.
With two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a covered east-facing terrace, the layout suits a couple, a small family or buyers seeking a holiday base with morning sun. The open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar connects to the living area, and the building has a lift plus disabled access. The communal pool and gardens serve outdoor relaxation, while the fireplace provides supplementary heating in the cooler months.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 1986 and forms part of an established Andalusian-style complex with brick arches and mature gardens. Construction status is recorded as key-ready, meaning the property is legally complete and habitable, although the interior requires renovation and restoration. Any delivery or completion dates are indicative; in this case the building dates from 1986.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden or private garage; parking is communal and open. Renovation and restoration are required throughout the interior. At 67 m² the living area is compact for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom home. There is no air conditioning listed, climate control consists of a fireplace only. No storage room or underground parking space is included in the recorded data.
Ref: VL808363
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits a buyer who values location and land value over finish. A typical profile is someone seeking a holiday home within reach of the beach and amenities, willing to undertake renovation on their own terms rather than pay a premium for a previous owner's choices. It also suits buyers targeting a year-round base on a limited budget: two bathrooms, a lift and disabled access make the apartment practical for longer stays and later life, while the four bus lines and 50 stops nearby reduce dependence on a car. Investors form a third group. The area records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale and rental market, and the €235,000 entry point sits below the median for coastal apartments with sea views. Rental potential rests on the beach proximity, the communal pool and the furnished condition. The property fits less well for buyers wanting a move-in-ready home with no works, a private pool or private parking, or a large living space, at 67 m² the footprint is compact, and parking is communal and unassigned. Those wanting modern energy performance should also factor in the cost of new systems, since current climate control relies on a fireplace alone.
The apartment dates from 1986 and retains its original Andalusian character, notably the brick arches and period detailing referenced in the listing. The construction type of that era on this stretch of coast is typically concrete frame with rendered facades and tiled floors; interiors here still carry the finishes of that period, which is why the condition is recorded as requiring renovation and restoration. The kitchen is fully fitted with a breakfast bar, and the property is sold fully furnished, so the immediate practical threshold for use is low even before works begin. On the technical side, buyers should budget realistically: a 1986 building will generally need updated electrical wiring, modern plumbing, a hot-water system and insulation improvements to meet current comfort expectations. Climate control currently consists of a fireplace only; air conditioning is not listed and would normally be added during renovation. The windows and terrace doors should be inspected for age and sealing. What the property does offer structurally is a solid setting: a gated complex with lift, disabled access, communal gardens and a swimming pool, all maintained communally. The covered terrace extends the usable living space for much of the year. An east orientation means the terrace receives morning sun and avoids the strongest afternoon heat, which reduces cooling demand in summer but shortens evening outdoor use. A technical survey before purchase is standard practice for properties of this age and will quantify the renovation scope.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €235,000 for the existing home, including agency fees but excluding purchase costs such as taxes, notary and Land Registry fees. The pricing reflects two factors: the established lower Calahonda location with sea views and the property's condition, which requires renovation. Buyers comparing against new-build alternatives in the wider region should note that comparable projects start higher, from roughly €205,000 in Mijas to €269,950 in Torre del Mar and €321,000 in Estepona, though those are new constructions with modern specifications. Here the budget difference is partly absorbed by the cost of updating. The property is sold fully furnished and with a fitted kitchen included.
Calahonda is one of the Costa del Sol's long-established residential urbanisations, stretching inland from the A-7 coast road up the hillside. Lower Calahonda, where this apartment sits, is the practical end of the area: shops, supermarkets, restaurants and cafés cluster around the main arteries, and the complex sits within a gated setting with green gardens and a communal pool. Daily life here is straightforward. The beach at Playa de Calahonda is about 1 km away as the crow flies, a walk of perhaps fifteen minutes given the moderate 5.5% gradient on the return. The covered terrace faces east, which in practice means morning sun for breakfast and shade by late afternoon, a pattern many residents prefer in the height of summer. The living area opens onto this terrace, so the apartment functions best when indoor and outdoor space are used together. Two bathrooms mean the second bedroom works for guests or year-round family use without morning congestion. The fireplace indicates the property's 1980s origin and provides occasional heating; permanent residents would typically add modern climate systems as part of renovation. The neighbourhood is mixed, international residents, holiday homeowners and tenants, and the volume of nearby amenities (38 restaurants and 15 cafés within 2 km) reflects a year-round service economy rather than a purely seasonal one. Public transport covers four bus lines with around 50 stops, which makes car-free living feasible, though most residents keep a vehicle for Marbella, Fuengirola and the airport. Communal parking is open and unassigned, so availability varies with season.
Lower Calahonda is a service-dense environment for its size. Within a 2 km radius there are 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and a dentist, alongside two health centres. For families, the data lists 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area, and the English International College lies 7.0 km away as the crow flies. Groceries, banking and dining out are therefore short trips, and much of it is walkable from the complex. The beach is the anchor amenity: Playa de Calahonda sits about 1.0 km away in a straight line, with La Luna-Royale Beach at 1.1 km and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera at 1.3 km. The slope back up from the coast averages 5.5%, manageable, but noticeable on foot in summer heat. For recreation beyond the beach, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol sports centres are both about 0.6 km away, and Cabopino golf course lies 2.1 km from the door. Puerto Cabopino marina, at 2.3 km, is the nearest spot for waterfront dining and moored boats. Tourism in the area is moderate, 10 hotels with roughly 2,131 beds, which keeps the district busier in July and August and quieter from November to March, when many local businesses remain open thanks to the year-round resident population.
The map shows the apartment's position in lower Calahonda: roughly 1 km from the beach as the crow flies, with the golf and sports facilities at 0.6 km and the marina at Cabopino 2.3 km to the southwest. Marbella and Málaga frame the coast to either side, illustrating the property's central position on the Costa del Sol.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a middle position on the western Costa del Sol, in the Mijas municipality between Fuengirola and Marbella. Marbella lies 15 km to the southwest as the crow flies and Málaga city 37 km to the northeast, placing the apartment within commuting or excursion range of both. Algeciras, at 77 km, connects toward Cádiz province and Gibraltar. The location combines the density of the Fuengirola, Marbella corridor, around 3,800 housing transactions per year in the area, with a distinct residential-urbanisation character rather than a hotel-town identity, as its 10 hotels and 2,131 tourist beds suggest a modest tourism footprint relative to neighbours.
Accessibility is one of Calahonda's practical strengths. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies approximately 28 km away as the crow flies, normally a drive of around half an hour, while Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is about 68 km away to the southwest. Marbella is 15 km in a straight line and Málaga city 37 km, both reachable via the A-7 coastal road or the AP-7 toll motorway. Within the urbanisation, public transport consists of 4 bus lines serving around 50 stops, connecting Calahonda with Fuengirola, Marbella and intermediate towns; this makes the area usable without a car, though journey times are longer than by road. The beach at Playa de Calahonda is 1.0 km away as the crow flies, actual road distance and walking time are longer. Golfers can reach Cabopino golf (2.1 km), El Soto Golf (3.6 km) and a Par 3 course (4.1 km) within minutes by car. Parking at the property is communal and open, so no fixed space is guaranteed; street and complex parking availability varies with the season. The nearest health centres, pharmacies and banks are all within the 2 km amenity band.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Calahonda sits at 55 metres above sea level on the lower slopes of the Mijas coastline, giving the area its characteristic gradient toward the beach of around 5.5%. The climate is Mediterranean: the average annual temperature is 18.5°C, with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The swimming season extends to about five months in which sea temperatures reach 20°C or more, roughly from late May to mid-October. Sun hours on this stretch of coast are among the highest in Spain, supporting year-round terrace use. The apartment's east-facing orientation captures morning sun while avoiding direct afternoon exposure, a practical consideration during July and August peak heat. The elevation is low enough that the sea remains visible from parts of the complex, and the recorded sea views from the property benefit from this. The natural surroundings combine the coastline with the green hills behind Mijas; the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away as the crow flies, marks the transition to a more village-like stretch of coast. Rainfall concentrates in the winter half-year, with long dry spells in summer.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies approximately 1.0 km away in a straight line, with La Luna-Royale Beach (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km) as alternatives nearby. Along the wider Málaga coast, six Blue Flag beaches are recorded, including Torrenueva, the closest named in the dataset, indicating monitored water quality and services on this stretch. For sport and recreation, two sports centres, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol, sit about 0.6 km from the complex, which is unusually close for the Costa del Sol. Golf options extend to Cabopino golf at 2.1 km, El Soto Golf at 3.6 km and a Par 3 course at 4.1 km. Puerto Cabopino marina (2.3 km) offers a small harbour setting with chiringuitos and waterfront restaurants. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) makes an easy evening excursion. Within the complex itself, the communal pool and gardens provide daily outdoor options without leaving the gate.
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 |
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Set against current new-build supply on the Costa del Sol, this apartment occupies the value end of the market. Comparable new projects include Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000), Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000). The €235,000 asking price here sits between the Mijas and Torre del Mar entries, but the comparison is not direct: this is a 1986 resale requiring renovation, while the alternatives are new constructions with modern finishes, energy systems and typically include parking and storage. A realistic assessment adds a renovation budget to the purchase price before comparing total cost of ownership. What the property offers in return is position: lower Calahonda, within walking range of the beach and a dense amenity band, and closer to Marbella (15 km straight-line) than most new developments further east. Torre del Mar and Estepona both lie further from the Marbella, Puente Romano economic core, while Mijas new-build at this price point tends to sit inland from the coast rather than 1 km from the sand. The area itself records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, a liquid resale market by regional standards, and its tourism footprint (10 hotels, 2,131 beds) is modest relative to neighbouring resort towns, which tempers seasonal overcrowding. Median provincial income of €16,450 also indicates that this stretch remains affordable by Costa del Sol standards. For buyers prioritising proximity to established infrastructure over new-build specifications, the value case rests on location and land; for those wanting turnkey comfort, the new-build comparables remain the more straightforward route despite their higher entry prices.
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