This duplex apartment is situated in Calahonda, in the municipality of Mijas on the Costa del Sol, approximately 15 kilometres as the crow flies from Marbella and 37 kilometres from Málaga. The property dates from 1981 and is available key-ready, with a fixed asking price of €525,000. It offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 87 m² of living space across two floors within a residential complex with communal gardens and a swimming pool. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies roughly 1 km away in a straight line.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Calahonda is an established residential area between Fuengirola and Marbella, positioned at about 55 metres above sea level with a moderate 5.5% gradient towards the coast. The beach lies approximately 1 km away in a straight line, while Marbella centre is 15 km distant and Málaga 37 km. The immediate surroundings include restaurants, cafés, banks and pharmacies within a two-kilometre radius, plus bus connections along the coast.
The apartment is arranged over two levels: a lower floor with living room, open-plan kitchen and dining area, one bedroom and a bathroom, and an upper floor with two further bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite bathroom and a private balcony with sea views. Built-in wardrobes feature in the bedrooms, and a private terrace on the lower level overlooks the communal gardens. Air conditioning provides both hot and cold climate control.
This is not a new-build project. The property was completed in 1981 and is offered as an existing home in good condition, with renovated kitchens, bathrooms and terraces according to the seller. It is key-ready, meaning no construction phase or waiting period applies. Purchase and handover follow the standard process for a resale property on the Spanish market, subject to the usual notary and registry procedures.
The property offers 87 m² of living space and two bathrooms, which sets spatial limits for larger households. There is no private pool; the swimming pool is communal. No private garden belongs to the apartment, and no garage or storage room is listed in the available data. Parking arrangements depend on the street or urbanisation. The building's age of over forty years means the usual considerations for a 1981 construction apply.
This property fits a buyer seeking an established, key-ready home near the coast rather than a new-build purchase with a waiting period. The layout suits a small family, a couple wanting separate guest accommodation, or owners who value having the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and balcony on a separate floor from the living zone. The fixed asking price positions it in the mid-to-upper segment for Calahonda, so it compares realistically against renovated resale apartments in beachside urbanisations rather than against off-plan developments. The tourist licence makes it relevant for buyers who want the option of holiday letting, whether to offset costs or to combine personal use with rental income; note that rental activity is subject to regional regulations and community rules. The two-bathroom configuration and 87 m² set limits for larger families or buyers wanting substantial space, and the communal rather than private pool will matter to those prioritising exclusive facilities. The location works for buyers who want everyday amenities within walking or short driving distance and bus access to Fuengirola and Marbella, while accepting that a car remains practical for many errands. Buyers focused on modern energy performance should note the 1981 construction date and assess renovation quality and insulation during a viewing. In short, the profile matches a second-home buyer, a partial relocater, or an investor with a letting strategy, each attracted by the combination of beachside position, dual-level layout and existing rental permission.
The apartment was completed in 1981 and has since undergone renovation of the kitchens, bathrooms and terraces, according to the seller's description. The kitchen photographs show a modern fitted kitchen with tiled splashback and stainless-steel appliances, indicating a renewal of the cooking area rather than an original installation. Both bathrooms have been renovated, including the en-suite bathroom serving the master bedroom, and the listing states a general good condition throughout. The bedrooms are fitted with built-in wardrobes, providing storage without additional furniture. Climate control consists of air conditioning units capable of both heating and cooling, which is the common solution for coastal apartments of this generation, where central heating is rare and winter nights are generally mild. Connectivity is covered by WiFi. The property benefits from a private terrace on the lower level and a private balcony upstairs, both finished as usable outdoor spaces. As with any building of this age, the underlying structure, electrical installation, plumbing and window insulation reflect the standards of the early 1980s unless later upgraded; the renovated surfaces do not automatically indicate the state of these hidden elements. A technical survey is the standard instrument for verifying this. Communal areas, including the swimming pool and gardens, are described as well maintained, which affects both living comfort and the monthly community costs that apply to all owners in the urbanisation. No energy performance certificate details are provided in the available data, so buyers should request this documentation during the process.
The property is offered at a fixed asking price of €525,000. As an existing home rather than a new-build development with a price list, no unit variation or from-price applies: the quoted figure relates to this specific duplex apartment with its current layout of three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 87 m² of living space. On a price-per-square-metre basis, the asking price works out at roughly €6,000 per m² of built living area, before any negotiation. Comparable new-build projects elsewhere on the coast, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are priced from lower starting points but concern different locations, building ages and product types. Availability is immediate in principle, as the property is key-ready; the transaction timeline depends on the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life in this Calahonda duplex apartment follows a two-storey rhythm. The lower floor functions as the living zone: a living room with open-plan kitchen and dining area opens onto a private terrace that looks over the communal gardens, with a partial view of the sea. This terrace works as an outdoor extension of the living space, suitable for meals or quiet evenings, and the south-facing orientation extends the hours during which it can be used. The upper floor holds the sleeping quarters: two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, a second bathroom, and a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a private balcony oriented towards the sea, a spot suited to morning light given the southerly aspect. The urbanisation itself is described as green and quiet, with a communal pool surrounded by planting, which serves as the shared outdoor space during the warmer months. The location supports a car-light but not car-free lifestyle: restaurants, cafés, banks and pharmacies sit within two kilometres, and bus lines run towards both Fuengirola and Marbella, but many residents keep a car for larger shopping trips or excursions. The beach at Playa de Calahonda is roughly a kilometre away in a straight line, which in practice means a walk of moderate length given the 5.5% gradient. The area shows a clear seasonal pattern: with ten hotels and around 2,131 beds nearby, summer brings noticeably more visitors, while the off-season months are considerably quieter. For a buyer considering holiday rental use, the existing tourist licence is a factual starting point; for permanent residence, the mix of local amenities, two health centres and fifteen primary schools within reach provides the basic infrastructure of a year-round community rather than a purely seasonal resort.
The immediate surroundings of Calahonda provide a broad daily infrastructure. Within two kilometres, the area counts 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, nine banks, seven pharmacies and a dentist, which covers most everyday needs without travelling to a larger town. Healthcare is represented by two health centres in the vicinity, and education by fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools, indicating a substantial year-round population rather than a purely tourist zone. Tourism remains visible, with ten hotels and roughly 2,131 beds in the area, producing busier summer months and quieter winters. For recreation, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol both sit about 0.6 km away in a straight line, with Cabopino golf at 2.1 km and El Soto Golf at 3.6 km. The marina of Puerto Cabopino, 2.3 km away, adds a harbour setting with dining options. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km distant, marks the neighbouring coastal village. Public transport consists of four lines with 50 stops in the area, including connections towards Fuengirola and Marbella, which makes a car-free stay feasible in principle, though many residents use a car for comfort and speed. The apartment's position on the first and second floors of a green urbanisation, roughly a kilometre from the beach with a moderate gradient, means most walks to the sea take a manageable but not flat route.
The map shows the property's position in Calahonda, between Fuengirola and Marbella on the Mijas coast. Markers indicate the nearby beaches at roughly one kilometre, the golf clubs of La Siesta and Club del Sol, and Puerto Cabopino marina. Marbella and Málaga lie 15 and 37 km away respectively, with Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 28 km distant in a straight line.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a middle position on the western Costa del Sol, between Fuengirola and Marbella, in the municipality of Mijas. Marbella lies 15 km to the west and Málaga 37 km to the east, placing the area within the commuting and leisure range of both. With roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year recorded in the local market, the area shows consistent turnover compared with smaller coastal villages. The position combines proximity to established resort towns with a quieter residential character of its own, supported by year-round amenities such as schools, health centres and the full range of daily shops and services.
Distances in this section are straight-line figures, and actual road distances may be longer. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies 1.0 km away, with alternative beaches at La Luna-Royale (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km). Golf facilities are close: La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol at 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. Puerto Cabopino marina is 2.3 km from the property. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, is 15 km away, while Málaga and its regional facilities lie 37 km distant. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 28 km away in a straight line, and Gibraltar Airport (GIB) about 68 km, giving access to two international airports within reasonable range. Alicante-Elche, at roughly 418 km, is not a practical option. Local public transport covers four lines with 50 stops, including bus services towards Fuengirola and Marbella mentioned in the listing. By car, the coastal A-7 and AP-7 corridor connects Calahonda with the surrounding towns, making both Marbella and Fuengirola reachable for regular trips.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Calahonda lies at about 55 metres above sea level on the lower coastal slope, with a moderate 5.5% gradient between the urbanisation and the beach. The regional climate data shows an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, and a swimming season of about five months during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or above, roughly from late spring into early autumn. This corresponds to the general Costa del Sol pattern of mild winters and warm, dry summers, where outdoor living on terraces and balconies is possible for most of the year. The south-facing orientation of the apartment aligns with this: the terrace and the master-bedroom balcony receive direct daylight for the main part of the day, which suits both winter and summer use, though afternoon heat in July and August makes shade or air conditioning relevant. The green setting of the urbanisation, with gardens around the communal pool, softens the built environment. Inland, the terrain rises towards the Mijas hills, giving the area its sloped character and the sea views that the upper floor enjoys. No specific rainfall or sunshine-hour figures for Calahonda itself are included in the available data beyond the regional averages.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The coastal strip around Calahonda offers several beaches within short range. Playa de Calahonda lies 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, giving a choice of stretches within walking distance in practice. The wider region counts six Blue Flag beaches, including Torrenueva, Playa Granada, La Guardia, Del Cañon-La Pelá and Salobreña, although the latter lie at greater distance along the coast. For golfers, the location is unusually well served: La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol are both about 0.6 km away, Cabopino golf 2.1 km, El Soto Golf 3.6 km and a par-3 course 4.1 km, allowing play at several courses without long drives. Sports centres in the data also include Finca Naundrup at 1.0 km. Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, provides a harbour environment with moorings and waterside dining. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, offers a destination for an evening walk or drive. The swimming pool within the urbanisation itself rounds off the recreational options during the five-month warm 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 |
Moderate
Ref: VL677816
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the Costa del Sol market, this Calahonda apartment occupies a different segment from current new-build offerings. Comparable developments in the data include Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000). Those projects start at lower price points, but they concern new construction in locations further from this stretch of coast: Torre del Mar and Estepona each lie at considerable distance from Calahonda, and even Lantana Residencial in the same municipality sits inland of the coastal strip. The asking price of €525,000 for 87 m², roughly €6,000 per square metre, reflects the combination of a beachside address, a dual-level layout with sea-view balcony and a tourist licence, three factors that carry weight in the Calahonda resale market. Buyers comparing options should weigh building age: a 1981 property with renovated wet areas differs in construction standards and likely maintenance profile from a 2020s new build, while new-build prices on the front line near Marbella typically run well above the comparables listed here. Locationally, Calahonda sits 15 km from Marbella and 37 km from Málaga, with two golf clubs within about 600 metres and the marina of Cabopino 2.3 km away, an amenity density that inland new-build projects generally cannot match. The regional market context shows roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year locally, indicating an active resale market, which matters both for liquidity and for the availability of comparable evidence when assessing value. For buyers prioritising immediate availability, established surroundings and letting permission over new-build specification, this property competes on different terms than the off-plan alternatives, and a viewing plus technical survey remain the appropriate next steps for verifying condition.
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