This top-floor apartment of approximately 77 m² is situated in the Olivo de Calypso 1 complex in Calahonda, in the municipality of Mijas, Málaga. The building dates from 1977 and the unit has undergone a complete contemporary renovation, including kitchen, bathroom, flooring, interior woodwork and lighting. The property comprises two bedrooms, one bathroom, an enclosed south-facing terrace with sea views, and benefits from a communal swimming pool, communal gardens, private parking and a lift. The nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies approximately one kilometre away, with shops, pharmacies and public transport stops within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits in an established urbanisation between Fuengirola and Marbella, roughly 55 metres above sea level with a moderate slope of around 5.5 per cent towards the coast. Playa de Calahonda is about one kilometre away on foot. A supermarket (592 m), pharmacy (600 m) and an electric vehicle charging point (568 m) are all within a short walking radius.
The layout serves two occupants comfortably: an open-plan kitchen with breakfast bar connected to the living room, a hallway leading to two bedrooms, and a bathroom positioned between them. The master bedroom has direct access to the enclosed terrace, which functions as a year-round additional living space with dining area and open sea views.
This is not a new-build development. The building was completed in 1977; the apartment itself has been recently renovated throughout. The property is ready for immediate occupation, delivered fully furnished with a fully fitted kitchen, private parking space and access to the gated complex's communal pool and gardens.
The property has one bathroom only and a living area of 77 m², which limits suitability for larger households. There is no private pool or private garden; pool and garden areas are communal. The building dates from 1977, so construction and insulation standards differ from current new-build requirements. The slope towards the beach is moderate at approximately 5.5 per cent.
This property fits a recognisable set of situations. A couple seeking a second home on the Costa del Sol that requires no work, the renovation covering kitchen, bathroom, flooring and finishes has already been completed, can occupy it directly. Buyers prioritising sea views within a moderate budget for the Marbella-Fuengirola corridor will find the top-floor position and enclosed, south-facing terrace relevant, as it provides usable outdoor space throughout the year rather than only in summer. Those intending to let the property part of the year benefit from the area's established rental demand: 10 hotels and over 2,000 tourist beds indicate a functioning visitor economy. It also suits buyers who want to live without a car for daily needs: supermarket, pharmacy, cafés and public transport are within walking distance, and the hospital is 9.5 km away. Less suitable are larger families needing more than one bathroom or more than 77 m² of space, buyers seeking a private pool or garden, and those wanting new-build energy performance standards, the building dates from 1977. Buyers sensitive to summer crowds should note the urbanised, tourist-adjacent character of the area. Finally, the moderate slope to the beach and the sixth-floor position with lift are practical factors for anyone with reduced mobility to weigh.
The renovation is documented as complete and contemporary, covering the kitchen, bathroom, flooring, interior woodwork, lighting and general finishes. The kitchen is fitted in an open-plan configuration with a breakfast bar integrated into the living area, a layout typical of post-2020 refurbishments in the region. The bathroom sits between the two bedrooms, accessed via a small hallway, which separates the sleeping zone from the living zone. The enclosed terrace with its dining area effectively adds climate-controlled living space usable across seasons. Interior images analysed for this listing show a modern kitchen island with bar stools, a bedroom with balcony access and contemporary finishes, consistent with the described scope of works. Structural and construction elements, however, reflect the original 1977 build: this means the thermal envelope, window frames (unless replaced during renovation, which the listing does not specify for glazing) and communal building systems predate current technical building code requirements. No energy performance certificate rating was provided in the available data. Communal facilities include the swimming pool, gardens and garage area within a gated complex, with a lift serving all floors. The property is delivered fully furnished and with private parking. Buyers assessing long-term running costs should verify community fees, the age of communal installations and the specifics of the glazing and insulation directly, as these materially affect both comfort in the 3,900 annual sunshine hours and energy consumption.
The asking price is €399,000 for this single, completed and renovated unit. This works out at approximately €5,180 per square metre of living area, which is above comparable new-build projects further east such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) or Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000), reflecting the property's beachside position between Marbella and Fuengirola, its renovation status and its sea views. The price includes furniture, a fully fitted kitchen and private parking. As this is an existing resale unit rather than a phased development, availability is immediate and limited to this one apartment.
Daily life in this part of Calahonda is organised around short distances. The supermarket sits roughly 600 metres from the front door, the pharmacy about the same, and a bank branch or café is never more than a few minutes' walk: within a two-kilometre radius the area counts 38 restaurants, 15 cafés, nine banks and seven pharmacies. The rhythm of the neighbourhood is coastal-urban rather than resort-like, with 10 hotels and around 2,131 tourist beds in the vicinity, meaning occupancy rises noticeably in summer and eases outside the season. The apartment's position on the sixth and top floor gives it open sea views and, according to the listing, abundant natural light through its south orientation. The enclosed terrace extends the living space year-round and holds a dining area; morning and midday sun fall on this side of the building, while the master bedroom shares direct terrace access. The beach lies about one kilometre away downhill, a walk of roughly 12 to 15 minutes along streets with a moderate gradient of about 5.5 per cent; the return walk is correspondingly uphill. For residents who prefer not to walk, four public transport lines and 50 stops serve the wider area, and a car is not strictly necessary for daily errands, though it expands access to Marbella, Fuengirola and the golf courses inland. The complex itself is gated, with a communal pool and gardens, and a private parking space in the garage area. Evenings and weekends revolve around the pool area in summer and the terrace year-round, with Puerto Cabopino marina about 2.3 kilometres away for dining and coastal walks.
The immediate surroundings function as a walkable urbanisation. A supermarket at 592 metres, pharmacy at 600 metres and EV charging point at 568 metres cover routine needs, and the density of eating and drinking venues, 38 restaurants and 15 cafés within two kilometres, removes any dependence on larger towns for dining out. Healthcare is structured in two layers: two health centres serve the locality, while the nearest hospital lies 9.5 km away, reachable by car in roughly 15 minutes via the A-7. Education options in the wider area include 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, plus the English International College at 7 km for internationally oriented families. Public transport consists of four lines with 50 stops, connecting Calahonda with Fuengirola and Marbella along the coast road. Outside the summer months the area quietens considerably, as the tourist population concentrated in its 10 hotels thins out, while resident-oriented services, banks, pharmacies, sports centres, continue year-round. Sports facilities are notably close: La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol both sit around 600 metres away, with Cabopino Golf at roughly two kilometres.
The map shows the apartment's position on the Calahonda hillside, roughly one kilometre inland from the shoreline and 55 metres above sea level. The blue markers indicate the walkable cluster of supermarket, pharmacy and transport stops to the north-east, the three nearest beaches to the south, and the golf courses and Cabopino marina to the immediate west.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calahonda occupies the coastal strip of Mijas municipality, roughly midway between Fuengirola to the east and Marbella to the west, both reachable in 15-20 minutes by car. The area is one of the Costa del Sol's largest established residential urbanisations, characterised by mid-rise apartment blocks, villas and a commercial strip along the A-7. Its position places it inside the Marbella economic orbit while retaining price levels below central Marbella, and it sits at the western gateway to the Mijas coast, with La Cala de Mijas 3.9 km away.
Distances by straight line: the nearest beach, Playa de Calahonda, lies about 1.0 km away (roughly 900 m to the sand at Playa de Mijas by some measurements), with La Luna-Royale Beach at around 1.1 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is 28 km away, approximately 25-30 minutes by car; Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is 68 km to the west. Fuengirola and Marbella flank the area at roughly 15-20 minutes' drive each. Golf is well represented: 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 away, offers mooring-side dining and a coastal walking destination.
| 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 and an average annual temperature of 18.5 °C, figures consistent with the central Costa del Sol's reputation as one of southern Europe's sunniest coastlines. The sea temperature reaches or exceeds 20 °C for around five months of the year, defining a swim season roughly from late May to mid-October. The apartment sits at 55 metres above sea level, high enough to clear the coastal building line for open sea views, with a moderate 5.5 per cent slope on the walking route down to the beach. The surrounding terrain rises quickly inland towards Mijas pueblo and the Sierra de Mijas, giving the property its documented mountain views alongside the sea views. The local calendar includes 32 public and local holidays per year, a reflection of Andalusia's dense festival culture.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The municipality of Mijas holds Blue Flag beaches; nearby certified beaches in the wider provincial stretch include Del Cañon-La Pelá, La Guardia, Playa Granada, Salobreña and Torrenueva. Directly accessible from the apartment are Playa de Calahonda (1.0 km), La Luna-Royale Beach (1.1 km) and Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (1.3 km). Golf options within a short drive comprise Cabopino Golf (2.1 km), El Soto Golf (3.6 km) and a Par 3 course (4.1 km). Sports infrastructure includes La Siesta Golf Club and Club del Sol, both approximately 0.6 km away, and Finca Naundrup at 1.0 km. For coastal recreation beyond the beach, Puerto Cabopino marina (2.3 km) and the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.9 km) offer walking and leisure destinations.
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: VL719394
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within the wider Málaga province market, this penthouse occupies the established-resale segment of the central Costa del Sol, distinct in character and price logic from the new-build comparisons available. Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts at €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €269,000, both new developments further from the Marbella-Fuengirola axis, in areas with cooler winter microclimates (Torre del Mar) or more land-inward positions (Estepona's non-coastal schemes). Lantana Residencial in Mijas, from €205,000, offers new construction in the same municipality but away from the beachside strip. At approximately €5,180 per square metre, the Calahonda unit prices at a premium to all three, and the explanation lies in location rather than novelty: a beachside, walkable position between two of the coast's principal towns, top-floor sea views, and a renovation already completed, removing the acquisition-premium and waiting time associated with off-plan purchases. The regional context supports steady demand, roughly 3,800 property transactions recorded in the local dataset and a functioning rental economy of over 2,000 tourist beds. The trade-off against cheaper new-build alternatives is structural: a 1977 building will not match current energy codes, and buyers comparing schemes should weigh renovation quality and community maintenance against the higher specifications but longer delivery and more peripheral positions of the new-build options. For buyers whose priority is the Marbella corridor at the lowest sensible entry cost with sea views, the resale segment in Calahonda remains one of the few routes in, whereas buyers prioritising energy performance or modern communal facilities will find better value in the eastern and western alternatives listed.
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