This completed penthouse is situated in Calahonda, in the municipality of Mijas, on the Costa del Sol. The property offers 113 m² of living space with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, positioned at 55 metres above sea level with a reported moderate 5.5 per cent slope towards the coast. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies approximately 1 km away, with supermarkets, pharmacies and a bank within roughly 600 metres. Built in 2006, the residence forms part of a gated community with communal pools, lift access, underground parking and a storage room. Listed at €575,000, it presents a resale option in an established urbanisation between Fuengirola and Marbella.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Calahonda sits within Mijas Costa, roughly midway between Fuengirola and Marbella. The penthouse occupies an urban setting with shops, restaurants and services reachable on foot or by bicycle. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies approximately 28 km away by straight line. Four public transport lines and fifty stops serve the wider area, giving access to neighbouring towns without a car where required.
The property functions as a two-bedroom residence with ensuite master bathroom and an independent second bathroom, suited to a couple, small family or shared holiday use. The open-plan living area connects on two sides to a private terrace with a hot tub, oriented east through south to west. Communal facilities include five swimming pools within the gated urbanisation.
This is not a new-build project. The building dates from 2006 and the unit is reported in good condition, with a modernised kitchen including Neff appliances and an island. Completion is already achieved, so no construction phase or delivery risk applies. Purchase can proceed directly to transfer, subject to standard resale checks and community documentation.
The property does not include a private pool; swimming facilities are communal. No garden or private plot belongs to the unit. It is a single-level apartment rather than a villa, with a communal structure governed by a homeowners' association. Parking is limited to one underground space plus a storage room. No information on energy certification rating is supplied in the listing data.
Ref: VL223707
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a full-time coastal residence with walkable amenities would find the supermarket, pharmacy and restaurant provision within the immediate radius practical for year-round living. Buyers wanting a lock-up-and-leave holiday home benefit from the gated community structure, underground parking and lift, which reduce upkeep during absences. Those who prioritise outdoor living may value the multi-directional terrace with sun exposure from morning to evening and the installed hot tub. The configuration of two bedrooms with two bathrooms also suits families with a child, or two couples sharing, without the internal competition of a single shared bathroom. Conversely, buyers requiring three or more bedrooms, a private pool or a private garden will need to look elsewhere in the market. The 2006 construction date means the property avoids build risk but will not carry new-build warranties; a technical inspection is a standard precaution at this age. The gradient between the apartment and the beach, moderate at around 5.5 per cent, is a consideration for those with mobility constraints, though the lift within the building handles vertical access internally. Accessibility by air is straightforward: Málaga airport is roughly 28 km away, allowing short weekend trips. Golfers have Cabopino, El Soto and a par-3 course within about 4 km, and tennis and sports facilities lie within 600 metres. Buyers focused primarily on rental yield should note the area's substantial hotel capacity and established resale transaction volume of approximately 3,800 recorded transactions, which indicate a liquid but competitive local market.
The listing describes the property as in good condition with a modernised, open-plan kitchen fitted with Neff appliances and an island unit, which serves both as a cooking area and informal dining point. Flooring throughout is marble, a material common in Costa del Sol construction of this period and valued for its coolness in summer, though it is harder underfoot than wood and can feel cold in winter months. Climate control is provided by air conditioning, and the living room contains a fireplace, giving a secondary heating option for mild winter evenings. The master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom and the second bedroom an independent bathroom, both fully fitted per the listing. The terrace is a defining feature: accessed from two sides of the living room, oriented east, south and west, and equipped with a hot tub jacuzzi. External finishes and joinery are not specified in detail and should be assessed at viewing, particularly given the 2006 build date, window seals, glazing type and insulation standards of that period generally predate current technical building code requirements. A lift serves the building, and the inclusion of an underground, secure parking space plus a storage room adds practical value uncommon in some older urbanisations. No energy performance certificate rating is stated in the available data; prospective buyers should request this document, as it affects both running costs and, under current regulations, the ability to advertise or let the property. Overall, the specification suggests a well-maintained resale unit with targeted kitchen modernisation rather than a full renovation.
The property is listed at €575,000 as a completed resale unit. At 113 m² of built area, this equates to approximately €5,100 per square metre, excluding terrace and communal areas. Compared with new-build alternatives in the wider region, for example Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, or Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, this price reflects the established coastal position, panoramic orientation and included parking rather than new construction. Buyers should budget additionally for purchase costs, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees, and should verify community fees for the five-pool urbanisation directly with the listing agent.
Daily life around this penthouse is shaped by its position on the lower slopes of Calahonda, an established residential area with a permanent population as well as seasonal visitors. The supermarket lies under 600 metres away, and the pharmacy roughly 600 metres, so routine shopping does not depend on a car. Within a two-kilometre radius the area counts 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 9 banks and 7 pharmacies, indicating a mature service infrastructure rather than a resort development still awaiting amenities. The terrace orientation, spanning east through south to west, allows morning sun at breakfast and afternoon light into the evening, with views described across the coastline towards Marbella bay and, on clear days, the Sierra Nevada and Gibraltar. The hot tub on the terrace extends usable outdoor hours into cooler months. The urbanisation itself is gated, with five communal pools and lift access, which reduces maintenance responsibility compared with a standalone villa. Underground parking and a storage room are included. The nearest beaches are about 850–900 metres away in straight-line terms, meaning a walk of roughly 12–15 minutes along streets with a moderate gradient of about 5.5 per cent on the return. Practical leisure options include La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol sports centre, both within 600 metres, and Cabopino Golf around 2 km distant. The marina at Puerto Cabopino, at approximately 2.3 km, offers dining and moorings. Healthcare access involves two health centres in the vicinity, with the hospital at 9.5 km. Schools are comparatively well represented, with 15 primary and 10 secondary schools recorded in the area, plus the English International College at 7 km. The rhythm of the area shifts with the seasons: July and August bring tourist activity associated with the local hotel stock of some 2,131 beds, while the remaining months are quieter.
Life in Calahonda centres on a strip of residential urbanisations between the coastal road and the A-7 motorway, backed by the Mijas hills. The immediate environment is urban with full services: the nearest supermarket at under 600 metres and the pharmacy at 600 metres make daily errands manageable on foot. The density of eating options, 38 restaurants and 15 cafés within two kilometres, means that both everyday and occasional dining out do not require driving. The beach is a walkable distance, roughly a kilometre to Playa de Calahonda, with La Luna-Royale and Playa de Mijas also nearby; the return walk involves the moderate slope typical of this stretch of coast. Sport is well provided for: La Siesta Golf Club, Club del Sol (tennis and padel) and Finca Naundrup all sit within a kilometre. For boating and waterfront dining, Puerto Cabopino marina is about 2.3 km away. Healthcare operates on two levels, local health centres in the area and the hospital at 9.5 km, most likely reached by car or taxi. Education options are unusually broad for a settlement of this size, with 25 schools counted in the area including the English International College at 7 km. Seasonality is noticeable: with 10 hotels and over 2,100 beds locally, July and August bring heavier traffic and busier beaches, while the spring and autumn months are markedly calmer.
The map shows the penthouse's position in Calahonda, set back from the coast at 55 metres elevation. Markers indicate the nearest beaches at under a kilometre, the supermarket and pharmacy within 600 metres, and Cabopino Golf and marina to the south-west. Málaga airport lies 28 km north-east along the coast.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies a midpoint position on the Mijas Costa stretch between Fuengirola, roughly 10 km north-east, and Marbella, roughly 15 km south-west. This places residents within commuting or leisure distance of both towns while retaining a distinct, self-contained residential character with its own commercial strip. The area belongs administratively to Mijas, one of the larger municipalities on the Costa del Sol. Accessibility is anchored by the A-7 coastal motorway and the proximity of Málaga airport at 28 km, with Gibraltar an alternative at 68 km. The position between two established resort towns gives the location a dual character: quieter than Fuengirola's centre, more everyday than central Marbella.
Distances from the property are as follows: beaches 851–906 m (Playa de Mijas, La Luna-Royale, Playa de Calahonda); supermarket 592 m; pharmacy 600 m; electric vehicle charging point 568 m; hospital 9.5 km. Golf courses: Cabopino 1.9 km, El Soto 3.7 km, Par 3 course 4.3 km. Marinas: Puerto Cabopino 2.3 km. Airports by straight line: Málaga-Costa del Sol 28 km, Gibraltar 68 km. Public transport comprises 4 lines with 50 stops in the area, connecting along the coastal corridor towards Fuengirola and Marbella. Many daily needs are reachable on foot or by bicycle, though the hospital and inland destinations generally require a vehicle.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location records approximately 3,889 sunshine hours per year, one of the higher figures along the Spanish Mediterranean, which supports outdoor terrace use across most months. The mean annual temperature is 18.5°C, with a swim season of roughly five months during which sea temperature reaches or exceeds 20°C, typically May through October. The property sits at 55 metres above sea level, elevated enough to command coastal views while remaining below the steeper terrain further inland in Mijas. The slope from the urbanisation towards the beach measures a moderate 5.5 per cent, which affects walking routes back from the coast rather than access to the property itself, where the lift handles internal circulation. The climate data supports the terrace-oriented design of the penthouse: with east-to-west exposure, the outdoor space receives sun from early morning to sunset, and the installed hot tub extends use into the shoulder seasons.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa de Calahonda, La Luna-Royale and Playa de Mijas, all lie within roughly a kilometre. Blue Flag status in the wider province includes beaches at Del Cañon-La Pelá, La Guardia, Playa Granada, Salobreña and Torrenueva, six in total, though these are distributed along the coast rather than all adjacent to Calahonda. Golf options cluster conveniently: Cabopino Golf at 1.9 km is a short drive or brisk walk, El Soto Golf at 3.7 km and a par-3 course at 4.3 km broaden the choice for regular players. Racquet sports are particularly close, Club del Sol, with tennis and padel facilities, sits approximately 600 metres away, alongside La Siesta Golf Club. Puerto Cabopino marina at 2.3 km provides moorings, chandleries and a concentration of waterside restaurants. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km distant, marks a pleasant coastal walk or short drive for elevated sea views.
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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Measured against current new-build offerings in the region, this penthouse occupies a different market segment. Lantana Residencial in Mijas lists from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, all materially lower entry points, but all new construction typically with smaller footprints or more inland positions. At €575,000 for 113 m², this resale unit prices at roughly €5,100 per square metre, a level consistent with an established frontline-adjacent coastal position in Calahonda rather than off-plan pricing. What the buyer obtains for that premium is immediacy, no build phase or delivery risk, combined with a multi-aspect terrace configuration that new-build apartments in dense developments rarely replicate, since east-to-west orientation across a single unit requires a corner or top-floor position. The trade-off is age: 2006 construction will not match current energy standards, and buyers should weigh the cost of any upgrades against the new-build alternatives' warranty cover and efficiency ratings. Calahonda itself competes most directly with Riviera del Sol and La Cala de Mijas along the same coastal strip; Riviera offers similar walkable urbanisations at slightly lower price points, while La Cala has seen more recent development activity around its Blue Flag beach and town centre. Further afield, Fuengirola offers denser urban living with a train link to Málaga, and Marbella commands a clear price premium. Calahonda's position between the two, with its mature amenity base and golf proximity, defines its particular niche: established, service-rich coastal living without resort-town prices or new-build waiting periods. The recorded 3,800 property transactions in the area indicate an active resale market, relevant for future liquidity.
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