A key-ready two-bedroom penthouse in Calahonda, on the Mijas coast between Fuengirola and Marbella. The 94 m² apartment was completed in 2001 and forms part of a gated complex with a lift, private parking and a communal saltwater pool. A 20 m² south-east-facing terrace adjoins the living room, and a private rooftop terrace with a built-in barbecue offers panoramic sea views. The asking price is fixed at €449,000. The beach at Playa de Calahonda lies approximately 1 km away as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Calahonda is the westernmost coastal urbanisation of Mijas, directly bordering the municipality of Marbella. The penthouse stands in a gated complex within a built-up residential area with restaurants, cafés, banks and pharmacies within a 2 km radius. Marbella lies 15 km away in a straight line, Málaga 37 km, and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport approximately 28 km.
The property suits buyers seeking a compact finished home with outdoor space: two bedrooms, one bathroom with bathtub and double vanity unit, a semi-open fitted kitchen, a living room with fireplace, and two terraces totalling well over 20 m². Centralised hot and cold air conditioning and central heating serve year-round occupancy. The complex pool is open throughout the year.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 2001 and is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. The condition is described as good to excellent. Renovation or modernisation works, if desired, would be at the buyer's initiative and cost; no construction phase or delivery schedule applies.
The property offers one bathroom rather than the two or three common at this price point, and no private pool; only a communal saltwater pool is available. Parking spaces within the complex are unassigned. Seasonal rentals are currently not authorised by the community, although a previous general meeting did permit them, so a future policy change is possible but not guaranteed. The name of the community or developer is not disclosed in the data.
This property fits a buyer who wants a finished, immediately usable home rather than a construction project, for example, someone relocating to the Costa del Sol within months, or a couple seeking a second residence with genuine year-round comfort. The centralised air conditioning, central heating and fireplaces indicate a home built for permanent occupation, not only summer stays. The rooftop terrace with utility connections and barbecue will appeal to buyers who prioritise outdoor living and entertain regularly, while the gated complex with year-round pool offers a low-maintenance setup for owners who are absent for long periods. Two bedrooms and a single bathroom make it less obvious for larger families or buyers needing guest and office rooms simultaneously. Buyers intending to generate rental income should note the current restriction on seasonal letting, so the purchase only works as a pure investment if that policy changes at a future owners' meeting, a possibility, not a certainty. The location suits those who value convenience: shops, restaurants, healthcare and sports facilities within a short drive or walk, golf at La Siesta 0.6 km away, and the marina at Puerto Cabopino 2.3 km away. It is less suited to buyers seeking rural seclusion, a private pool or a modern new-build specification.
The apartment dates from 2001 and is described as being in good to excellent condition, which for a property of this age usually means well-maintained original features with some updates. Documented elements include a fitted kitchen semi-open to the dining room, a living room fireplace, a second fireplace in the master bedroom, built-in wardrobes in both bedrooms, and a bathroom with a double vanity unit and bathtub. Climate control is a clear strength: a centralised hot and cold air conditioning system covers the whole apartment and is supplemented by central heating, an uncommon combination in coastal apartments of this era, where standalone wall units are more typical. The 20 m² covered terrace is fitted with sliding windows that can open fully or close, effectively extending the living season of the space. Technical practicalities are largely in place: the rooftop terrace already has water and electricity connections and a built-in barbecue, so a summer kitchen can be installed without major works. The building has a lift to the fourth floor; the rooftop level is reached by one internal flight of stairs. Buyers should verify the age and condition of installations, boiler, air conditioning unit, windows, during a technical inspection, as 2001 systems may be nearing replacement. Parking is private but unassigned within the complex. No energy performance certificate details are available in the supplied data, and the exact specification of kitchen appliances and floor finishes should be confirmed on viewing.
The asking price is fixed at €449,000 for this existing home; it is not part of a price-list development and there are no variants or unit types to choose from. At 94 m² of living space plus two terraces, the price works out at roughly €4,780 per m² on interior area alone, which is consistent with a completed beachside penthouse with sea views in central Mijas Costa. Comparable new-build projects in the wider region start lower, from approximately €205,000 in Mijas and €269,950 in Torre del Mar, but those are off-plan or recently delivered apartments without this property's rooftop terrace and established setting. Availability is immediate upon completion of the standard purchase process.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around its two levels of outdoor space. Morning light enters via the south-east orientation, warming the 20 m² terrace off the living room; its sliding windows can be opened fully in summer or closed against wind in winter. The rooftop terrace above, reached by one flight of stairs from the fourth floor, carries water and electricity connections and a built-in barbecue, making it usable as an outdoor dining area for much of the year given the regional average of 18.5°C. Inside, the layout is straightforward: hallway, semi-open kitchen with dining area, living room with wood-burning fireplace, two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and a bathroom with bathtub. The master bedroom has sliding glass doors onto the terrace and its own fireplace. Calahonda itself functions as a self-contained urbanisation. Within 2 km there are 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, 9 banks, 7 pharmacies and 2 health centres, meaning groceries, dining and medical needs can largely be met without leaving the area. Fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools sit within the same radius, plus an international school, the English International College, 7 km away. The immediate surroundings are residential and described as quiet, with a moderate 5.5% gradient down toward the beach at Playa de Calahonda, about 1 km as the crow flies. Bus lines, including the M-220 connecting Marbella and Fuengirola, serve around 50 stops in the area, so a car is convenient but not strictly essential for local trips.
Calahonda sits on the Mijas coast, roughly midway between Fuengirola and Marbella, with the latter 15 km away in a straight line. The area is dense with everyday amenities: 38 restaurants and 15 cafés within 2 km give residents dining options well beyond holiday-season scale, supported by 9 banks, 7 pharmacies and 2 health centres. Sports facilities cluster unusually close, La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol (tennis, squash and padel) both lie 0.6 km from the property, and the Finca Naundrup sports centre 1.0 km. Golfers can also reach Cabopino Golf at 2.1 km, El Soto Golf at 3.6 km and a par-3 course at 4.1 km. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, is 1.0 km away as the crow flies, with La Luna-Royale and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera at 1.1 and 1.3 km respectively; the walk down involves a moderate 5.5% gradient. The marina at Puerto Cabopino, with its restaurants and moorings, is 2.3 km away, and the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas 3.9 km. Public transport consists of 4 lines serving around 50 stops, including the M-220 between Marbella and Fuengirola with a stop near the complex. The area's tourism profile, 10 hotels with 2,131 beds, indicates seasonal visitor peaks in summer, while the permanent residential base keeps services open year-round.
The map shows the penthouse's position in Calahonda, just east of the Marbella municipal border on the Mijas coast. Note the cluster of amenities within 2 km, beaches, golf, sports clubs and the marina at Puerto Cabopino, and the road connections west toward Marbella and east toward Fuengirola. All distances shown are straight-line measurements.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol hierarchy, Calahonda occupies a middle position: more established and amenity-rich than smaller urbanisations such as Riviera del Sol to its east, yet less exclusive than central Marbella 15 km to the west. Its position at the Mijas, Marbella municipal boundary places it within easy reach of both, Marbella's old town and Puerto Banús are short drives, while Fuengirola lies eastward via the M-220 bus route. Málaga city and its airport (approximately 25 minutes by car) connect the area to international flights, with Gibraltar an alternative 68 km to the west. Around 3,800 housing transactions per year in the area indicate an active resale market, and the median provincial income of €16,450 frames the local economic context.
By road, the AP-7 motorway and A-7 coast road place Málaga Airport about 25 minutes' drive away and Puerto Banús roughly 15 minutes; the airport is approximately 28 km in a straight line. Gibraltar Airport lies around 68 km away as the crow flies. Marbella, with almost 148,000 inhabitants, is 15 km distant in a straight line, and Málaga city (some 579,000 inhabitants) 37 km. Within Calahonda itself, a car is useful but not strictly necessary: the M-220 bus stops near the complex and links both Marbella and Fuengirola, and roughly 50 stops across 4 lines serve the wider area. Everyday needs are covered on foot or by short drive, restaurants, shops, banks, pharmacies and health centres all sit within 2 km. For education, 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools operate in the vicinity, and the English International College is 7 km away. Parking is available within the gated complex on an unassigned basis, which in practice means availability is generally but not permanently guaranteed.
| Beach Distance | 1 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 28 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 68 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
Calahonda lies at roughly 55 m above sea level, low enough for easy beach access but elevated enough to give upper floors open sea views. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 18.5°C, and the swimming season, months with sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, typically May or June through September or October. The south-east orientation of the main terrace means direct sun in the morning and early afternoon, with shade later in the day; on the rooftop terrace the sun exposure is longer and stronger, which suits sunbathing and outdoor dining but calls for shade provision in midsummer. The gradient from the property to the sea is a moderate 5.5%, noticeable on foot but manageable for most walkers. The area's natural character is defined by its long beaches backed by dunes and pine forests stretching along the Mijas coast, and the forest views noted in the property's features reflect this green belt. Rainfall concentrates in the cooler months; summers are dry, which keeps the rooftop terrace usable throughout the season.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The immediate coastline offers three beaches within 1.3 km straight-line distance: Playa de Calahonda (1.0 km), La Luna-Royale (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km). The Blue Flag programme in the wider province covers six beaches, including Torrenueva, which lies a short distance east along the coast. For sport, the density of facilities near the property is notable: Club del Sol with tennis, squash and padel is 0.6 km away, as is the nine-hole par-3 La Siesta golf course; the Oxygene sports club is about 4 minutes away by car. Full golf rounds are available at Cabopino Golf (2.1 km), El Soto Golf (3.6 km) and a par-3 course at 4.1 km), giving residents three options within a ten-minute drive. Puerto Cabopino marina, 2.3 km away, adds waterfront restaurants and a harbour atmosphere, while the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) provides an easy destination for an afternoon walk. Within the complex, the communal saltwater pool is open all year, rounding off a recreation offering that mixes beach, golf, racket sports and boating.
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: VL437126
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Against comparable new-build projects in the region, this penthouse occupies a distinct position. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, while Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,000, all notably lower entry points. The difference is partly typology and partly timing: those are new-build developments with developer price lists and phased delivery, whereas this is a finished 2001 penthouse with a fixed asking price of €449,000. What the buyer gains for that premium is immediacy, key-ready condition with no construction risk or waiting period, plus a private rooftop terrace with sea views and utility connections, a feature rarely found in modern apartment developments where roof spaces are typically shared or sold separately. Locationally, Calahonda competes with areas like Riviera del Sol and La Cala de Mijas on price and with Marbella's fringes on convenience. It sits 15 km in a straight line from Marbella and about 25 minutes by car from Málaga Airport, closer to both than Estepona and Torre del Mar. The local resale market is active, with roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year in the area, which historically supports liquidity for well-located properties. Constraints to weigh against new-build alternatives are the single bathroom, the absence of a private pool, unassigned parking and the community's current ban on seasonal rentals, the latter directly relevant to buyers comparing this property with new-build developments that actively market holiday-let licences. Energy performance and insulation standards in a 2001 building will also generally trail current construction regulations, a factor in running costs that buyers should assess through a technical survey.
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