This corner apartment is situated in Calahonda, on Mijas Costa between Fuengirola and Marbella. The property offers 109 m² of living space with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, built in 1990 and described as key-ready. A southwest-facing terrace of approximately 35 m² opens onto a private garden with direct access to one of the two communal pools. The urbanisation includes gardens and communal parking. The asking price is fixed at €493,000. The beach at Playa de Calahonda lies about 1 km away as the crow flies, with golf facilities and daily amenities within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment lies in Calahonda, a residential district of Mijas Costa, roughly 15 km from Marbella and 37 km from Málaga. A bus stop sits 50 metres from the urbanisation and restaurants are 100 metres away. The nearest beach is about 1 km in a straight line, and a golf course 700 metres from the door. The A-7 coastal road connects the area to surrounding towns.
The home is arranged for permanent or seasonal occupancy: three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a living-dining room with terrace access, a kitchen with laundry room, and fitted wardrobes throughout. Air conditioning serves every room, and a sauna occupies part of the terrace. The private garden connects directly to a communal pool, which suits households valuing outdoor space on the ground floor.
This is an existing property, completed in 1990, not a new-build development. The current condition is described as ready to move into, with renovated bathrooms and kitchen, new sliding windows, and marble floors. No construction phase applies; the transfer can proceed through the standard resale purchase process once a buyer and price are agreed.
The property does not include a private pool, private parking space, or sea views; parking is communal within the urbanisation. It is a ground-floor unit built in 1990, so no modern new-build specifications apply. The plot is small at 49 m², with the outdoor area mainly formed by the terrace and private garden. No lift or storage details are provided in the data.
Ref: VL142233
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits a buyer seeking a move-in-ready ground-floor home with direct outdoor space, rather than a project to renovate or a new-build to wait for. The combination of three bedrooms and three bathrooms suits households where guests or family members stay for extended periods, common among second-home owners on the Costa del Sol. The private garden with pool access is a specific feature that matters for families with children or buyers who want swimming access without maintaining a private pool. The location works for buyers who prioritise proximity to services and transport: the bus stop at 50 metres and the concentration of shops, pharmacies and cafés within 2 km reduce car dependency. Buyers focused on golf will note the course at 700 metres and Cabopino Golf at 2.1 km straight-line. The marina at Puerto Cabopino, 2.3 km away, adds a leisure destination within a short drive. It fits less well for buyers wanting sea views, a private pool, or a designated parking space, since none of these form part of the offering. The 1990 build year means the construction standards of the period apply, despite the documented renovations. Buyers seeking winter rental income should verify local licensing, as the area's tourism profile suggests both opportunity and regulation. Overall, the profile matches settled second-home use or permanent relocation within an established, service-rich neighbourhood.
The documented renovation works address the main wear points of a 1990 property. All bathrooms and the kitchen have been renewed, and the windows are new sliding units, relevant on a ground floor for both insulation and operation. Floors are marble throughout, a material typical of the period but durable and cool in summer. A fireplace provides supplementary heating for the cooler months, complemented by air conditioning units for both hot and cold operation in every room. All three bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, and a utility room handles laundry separately from the kitchen. The sauna, positioned on the terrace, is an unusual addition for this segment and reflects a prior owner's investment rather than a standard fitting; buyers should verify its condition and electrical compliance during technical inspection. The covered terrace section extends usable outdoor time into spring and autumn, while the sliding doors in the master bedroom and third bedroom open the interior to the garden side. As a 1990 build, aspects that typically warrant independent verification include the electrical installation beyond the visible renovations, plumbing between units, the roof and façade condition of the block, and the insulation standard of the original structure. Community infrastructure, two pools, gardens and communal parking, is managed collectively, so the state of the community funds and planned maintenance should be reviewed through the community minutes. The overall picture is of a well-maintained resale with targeted modernisation, not a full redevelopment.
The asking price is a fixed €493,000 for this specific resale apartment, not a starting price from which other units vary. At 109 m² of built space, this corresponds to roughly €4,520 per m², with the terrace, garden and renovation works included in the overall package. As an existing key-ready home, the property can be viewed and transferred directly, without waiting for a construction phase. Comparable new-build projects in the wider region advertise from €205,000 in Mijas to €321,000 in Estepona, though those figures concern different locations, sizes and build years rather than equivalent units. Availability depends on the property remaining on the market.
Daily life here centres on the ground-floor relationship between interior and outdoor space. The southwest orientation means the roughly 35 m² terrace receives afternoon and evening sun, and the private garden links directly to one of the two communal pools, a layout that works well for households that treat the terrace as an extension of the living room for much of the year. With an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, outdoor use is not confined to summer months. The immediate surroundings are practical rather than urban: a bus stop 50 metres away, two restaurants within 100 metres, and a wider cluster of 38 restaurants, 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and 15 cafés within 2 km. A shopping centre sits about 2 km away. For groceries and errands, a car is convenient but not strictly necessary given the density of local amenities and four public transport lines with 50 stops in the area. The rhythm of the neighbourhood reflects Calahonda's character as an established residential zone with a substantial international community and a tourism layer of 10 hotels and around 2,131 beds. That means busier summer months and quieter winter months, with most services remaining open year-round. The 5.5% gradient to the beach is moderate, walkable for most people, about 1 km as the crow flies to Playa de Calahonda, with the actual route slightly longer. Golf is a recurring feature of the area, with a course 700 metres away and several more within 4 km.
Calahonda functions as a self-contained residential zone between Fuengirola and Marbella, and the data supports that character: within 2 km there are 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 7 pharmacies, 9 banks and a dentist, alongside 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools. Two health centres serve the area, covering routine medical needs without a trip to a larger town. For families considering longer stays, the English International College lies 7 km away in a straight line. Accessibility is a clear strength of this location. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 28 km as the crow flies, with the source description citing a 35 km road distance, a manageable transfer for frequent travellers. Gibraltar Airport, 68 km straight-line, offers an alternative for UK connections. Marbella is 15 km away and Málaga city 37 km, positioning the property between the two principal urban centres of the western Costa del Sol. Public transport consists of four lines with 50 stops, including the stop 50 metres from the urbanisation, which connects along the coastal corridor. A car remains useful for beach trips, given the 1 km straight-line distance and 5.5% gradient, and for excursions to La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) or Puerto Cabopino (2.3 km). Traffic on the A-7 and AP-7 intensifies in July and August, a seasonal factor common to the whole coast.
The map shows the property's position in Calahonda, between Fuengirola and Marbella on Mijas Costa. Markers indicate the nearest beaches at about 1 km, the golf clubs within 0.6 km, Puerto Cabopino marina at 2.3 km and the surrounding towns. Distances shown are straight-line measurements; actual road routes are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol, 15 km from Marbella and 37 km from Málaga, both straight-line. This places the property within reach of Marbella's amenities and Málaga's cultural and transport infrastructure while retaining the quieter residential character of Mijas Costa. Algeciras, 77 km away, marks the far edge of the region. The immediate competition in lifestyle terms comes from La Cala de Mijas to the east and the Cabopino pocket to the west, both within a few kilometres. With roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year in the area, the local market shows sustained activity typical of this central coastal strip.
The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies 1.0 km away in a straight line, with La Luna-Royale at 1.1 km and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera at 1.3 km, giving a choice of access points within a short walk or drive. The 5.5% gradient is moderate and manageable on foot for most residents. Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km straight-line, offers moinas, dining and a protected coastal setting. Golf is notably close: La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol both sit 0.6 km away, with Cabopino Golf at 2.1 km, El Soto Golf at 3.6 km and a Par 3 course at 4.1 km. Sports facilities at Finca Naundrup are 1.0 km away. The shopping centre cited in the source description is 2 km away by road. Healthcare is covered by two health centres in the area, and daily errands are possible on foot given the amenity density within 2 km. The bus stop at 50 metres connects to the four-line local network, and both Málaga and Gibraltar airports are reachable by car along the coastal motorway.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Mediterranean coastal profile: an average annual temperature of 18.5°C and a swimming season of five months during which sea temperature stays at or above 20°C. At 55 metres above sea level, the property sits low on the coastal shelf, which limits climbing but introduces the moderate 5.5% gradient between the urbanisation and the beach. The southwest orientation of the terrace aligns with the dominant afternoon sun, extending usable outdoor hours into the evening, the period when temperatures are most comfortable in summer. Rainfall on this stretch of coast is modest and concentrated in the cooler months, so outdoor living is realistic for most of the year rather than a summer-only proposition. The proximity of green spaces is limited; the character of the area is residential and golf-oriented rather than natural parkland, though the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) and the coastal path network offer walking options. The 32 local public holidays per year reflect the Spanish festive calendar, which shapes the rhythm of local commerce and events.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beaches nearest to the property, Playa de Calahonda at 1.0 km, La Luna-Royale at 1.1 km and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera at 1.3 km, all straight-line, provide everyday sea access. The regional Blue Flag list includes six beaches such as Torrenueva, Del Cañon-La Pelá and La Guardia, indicating the general water quality standard along this coast, though the Calahonda beaches themselves are not named in the Blue Flag dataset. Recreation beyond the beach is dominated by golf: two clubs within 0.6 km, Cabopino Golf at 2.1 km, El Soto Golf at 3.6 km and a Par 3 course at 4.1 km. Sports centres at La Sierra Golf Club, Club del Sol and Finca Naundrup sit within 1 km. Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, functions as a leisure hub with a small harbour and restaurants. For day trips, the viewpoint and old-centre atmosphere of La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) and the hotels and dining of the immediate area, 10 hotels and 2,131 beds, indicate an established tourism infrastructure that keeps amenities open outside peak season.
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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Within the western Costa del Sol, Calahonda occupies a mid-market position between the higher-priced environments of Marbella (15 km) and the more affordable inland and eastern alternatives. The asking price of €493,000 for 109 m², roughly €4,520 per m², reflects the value of a renovated, key-ready unit with substantial outdoor space, in contrast to new-build pricing in the wider province. The comparable projects in the dataset illustrate that spread: 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. These are all new-build starting prices for unspecified unit sizes and, in two cases, locations further from the central Costa del Sol, Torre del Mar lies east of Málaga, and Estepona sits west of Marbella. A direct per-m² comparison is therefore not straightforward, but the figures indicate that buyers pay a premium for the Calahonda position between Fuengirola and Marbella and for a completed, move-in-ready home with terrace, garden and pool access. Locationally, Calahonda offers denser amenity provision than quieter villages, 38 restaurants, 7 pharmacies and 15 cafés within 2 km, plus four bus lines, while lacking the resort infrastructure of central Marbella or the historic centre character of Málaga city. The local market records around 3,800 transactions per year, indicating steady liquidity. For buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives, the trade-off is between a documented renovation on a 1990 structure with established community facilities, versus new construction with modern specifications but later delivery and, in the comparable cases, a different coastal position.
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