This key-ready apartment is situated within a gated community at Calanova Golf, on the Mijas Costa stretch of the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola and Marbella. The property offers 99 m² of interior space with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a covered terrace of equal size enclosed by glass curtains, oriented south with views over the Mediterranean, the mountains and the golf course. The building was completed in 2008 and the home is offered at a fixed asking price of €590,000, including an underground parking space and a private storage unit.
Set against the wider Costa del Sol market, this apartment occupies a specific niche: finished, golf-side resale stock with generous outdoor space, priced at €590,000 as a fixed figure. The obvious comparison points are the region's new-build offerings. Aquamar in Torre del Mar advertises from €269,950 and Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, both noticeably lower entry points, but both are new-build projects on the eastern or inland side of the region, where buyers accept construction timelines, phase payments and completion risk in exchange for modern specifications and lower pricing. Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona, from €321,000, sits in the western Costa but is likewise a development in progress. What distinguishes this property is certainty and space. A 99 m² interior paired with a 99 m² glass-enclosed terrace is an outdoor-to-indoor ratio rarely matched in new apartment construction, where terraces typically add 20-30% rather than 100%. The buyer also receives an underground parking space and a storage unit included, whereas new-build pricing often lists these separately. Against Marbella proper at 16 km, the price per square metre of usable space here is materially lower, reflecting Mijas Costa's position in the regional hierarchy: established, residential, less branded. The trade-off is age. A 2008 building carries 2008 construction standards plus subsequent upgrades, renovated kitchen, upgraded air conditioning, and any buyer should commission a technical survey. The immediate surroundings confirm a functioning market: around 3,190 transactions per year in the area, solid amenity coverage, and both Marbella and Málaga within commuting range. For buyers weighing lifestyle over novelty, the comparison favours properties like this; for those prioritising new-build warranties and contemporary layouts, the newer projects remain the alternative.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment stands at Calanova Golf, a residential golf setting at roughly 136 metres above sea level, inland from the Mijas Costa coastline. Marbella lies 16 km away as the crow flies and Málaga 35 km. Beaches such as Playa de Calahonda - Riviera are approximately 2.8 km away in a direct line, meaning daily life here is car-oriented rather than walk-to-beach.
The home is arranged around its wrap-around terrace: the living room and master bedroom open onto it through sliding doors, and the terrace's glass enclosure allows year-round use. Two bedrooms with built-in closets, two full bathrooms, marble floors, air conditioning and window screens cover the functional basics, while the communal gym, pools, sauna and jacuzzi extend the living space beyond the apartment itself.
This is not a new-build project. The building dates from 2008 and the property is key-ready, meaning it can be occupied directly after purchase. The kitchen has been renovated at some point, with added countertop space and marble wall cladding. Any completion or handover dates are irrelevant here; the relevant timeline is that of the purchase process itself.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden or single-storey villa layout; the pool is communal within the gated complex. It is an apartment with 99 m² of interior space, so larger families may find the two-bedroom configuration limiting. The nearest beach is roughly 2.8 km away in a straight line, so the sea is a view and a short drive rather than a walk. No plot or land belongs to the home.
This property fits a buyer who wants a finished, low-maintenance home with golf and sea views rather than a construction project. Typical situations include a couple seeking a second residence on the Costa del Sol that can be locked up and left between visits, relying on the gated community's security and concierge; or a retiree relocating permanently who values on-site facilities such as the gym, pools and spa, and who no longer needs more than two bedrooms. The layout also suits regular visiting families, since both bedrooms have their own terrace access or outlook and there are two full bathrooms. The buyer profile that fits less well is one seeking walkable beach access: the nearest beach is roughly 2.8 km away in a direct line, so a car is part of daily life here. Likewise, anyone wanting a private pool or garden should note that these are communal amenities. On the other hand, golf players, remote workers wanting a light-filled terrace as an outdoor office, and anyone who values the year-round usability of a glass-enclosed terrace will recognise the practical logic of this home. Buyers comparing against new-build pricing should weigh the fact that here the finishes, renovation of the kitchen and immediate availability are already secured.
The apartment was built in 2008 and shows a finish level consistent with that period, with several upgrades since. Floors are marble throughout, a durable and typical material for this generation of Costa del Sol construction. The kitchen has been renovated to increase both space and countertop area, with marble wall cladding continuing the material palette; the worktop layout suggests a kitchen that is actually used rather than a show kitchen. The en-suite bathroom integrated into the master bedroom includes a bidet, and the second full bathroom serves guests and the second bedroom. Air conditioning has been upgraded and provides both hot and cold functions, covering year-round temperature control. All windows are fitted with screens, a practical detail for the warmer months, and a video intercom adds a layer of entry security alongside the complex's access control. The covered terrace, equal in size to the interior at 99 m², is enclosed with glass curtains, which effectively creates a climate-buffered zone around the home usable in all seasons. The second bedroom has its own separate glass-enclosed terrace. Beyond the apartment, the purchase includes an underground parking space and a private storage unit, both valuable in a golf-side complex where surface parking and storage are limited. Communal areas are described as well maintained, with gardens, several swimming pools, a gym, and a spa area with jacuzzi and sauna. A lift serves the building. As with any 2008 property, an independent technical survey is the standard step to verify installation condition.
The apartment is offered as an existing home at a fixed asking price of €590,000. That price reflects a completed, key-ready property with 99 m² of interior space plus a 99 m² covered terrace, two underground parking arrangements and a private storage unit within a gated complex with communal facilities. Unlike new-build projects in the region, which advertise from-prices and stage payments, this purchase follows the resale route: one agreed price, one transaction, immediate availability. Comparable new developments elsewhere on the coast, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950) or Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), sit at lower entry points but are smaller or earlier-phase products in different locations.
Daily life at Calanova Golf follows the rhythm of a golf-side residential community set back from the coast road. The apartment's south orientation and large windows mean the main living areas receive light throughout the day, and the wrap-around covered terrace functions almost as a second living room: enclosed by glass curtains, it can be used in winter as well as in summer, with panoramic views over the fairways, the hills and, in the distance, the sea. Mornings can begin with breakfast facing the golf course; evenings with the mountains changing colour at sunset. Practically, the setting is quiet and residential. Within 2 km there are nine restaurants and a café, concentrated around the golf and urbanisation areas, so everyday shopping and errands typically involve a short drive down to Calahonda or La Cala de Mijas, the latter about 3.1 km away as the crow flies and known for its weekly market and village atmosphere. Two health centres serve the wider area, and schooling options include 15 primary and 10 secondary schools, with the English International College about 7.8 km away in a direct line. The community itself provides most of the leisure infrastructure on site: gardens, several swimming pools, a gym and a spa area with jacuzzi and sauna, plus a concierge and access control. For residents who play golf, the Calanova course is at the doorstep, with El Soto Golf and Campo Asia within roughly 3 km. The tone of the neighbourhood shifts with the seasons: busy and international in summer, considerably quieter outside the holiday months.
The surroundings combine a golf-course setting with practical access to the coast's infrastructure. Within a 2 km radius there are nine restaurants and a café, and the wider area records around 3,190 housing transactions per year, indicating an active, established market rather than a remote enclave. Tourism infrastructure is present but moderate: 10 hotels with roughly 2,131 beds, meaning the area is residential in character with seasonal peaks rather than a resort strip. The nearest beaches, Playa de Calahonda - Riviera and Playa El Bombo, lie about 2.8 to 2.9 km away in a direct line, with actual road distances somewhat longer. La Cala de Mijas, with its viewpoint and village centre, is roughly 3.1 km away. For maritime leisure, Puerto Cabopino is 4.1 km away and Fuengirola's marina about 9 km. Sports facilities nearby include Finca Naundrup (1.5 km), Club del Sol (1.7 km) and La Siesta Golf Club (1.8 km), alongside the golf courses already mentioned. Public transport exists, four lines and fifty stops, but the distances and hillside position make a car the practical choice for most daily trips.
The map shows the apartment's position between the golf course and the Mijas hills, with the coastline and the beaches of Calahonda to the south, Marbella to the west and Fuengirola with its train connection to the east. All distances shown are straight-line measurements; road distances are somewhat longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Calanova Golf sits in Mijas Costa, the central coastal zone of the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola and Marbella. This position places the apartment roughly equidistant from Marbella (16 km direct) and the metropolitan pull of Málaga (35 km), with 32 local public holidays per year marking the Andalusian rhythm of festivals and ferias. The area is characterised by a chain of golf urbanisations backed by the Mijas hills, more residential and quieter than the coastal strip itself, yet within easy reach of it. On the regional map it is a mid-Coast location: less built-up than Torremolinos or Benalmádena, less exclusive than Marbella's Golden Mile.
Accessibility is one of the location's strengths. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) lies about 26 km away as the crow flies, reachable by car in well under an hour via the A-7/AP-7 corridor, making short flights and weekend visits realistic. Gibraltar's airport is roughly 70 km to the west. Train connections run from Fuengirola station, 8.4 km in a straight line, and Los Boliches at 9.8 km; from there the Cercanías line runs to Málaga city and the airport. Marbella is 16 km away as the crow flies and Málaga city 35 km, positioning the apartment between the two principal urban centres of the western Costa del Sol. By car, everything from supermarkets to international schools sits within a 10-20 minute drive; without a car, life becomes considerably more complicated given the elevation of about 136 metres and the distances involved.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 26 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 70 km |
| Fuengirola | 8.4 km |
| Los Boliches | 9.8 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for this area shows an average annual temperature of 17.9 °C, consistent with the Mediterranean pattern of mild winters and warm summers. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 °C or more, lasts about four months, roughly June through September, which frames how the communal pools and nearby beaches are used: intensively in summer, with the glass-enclosed terrace taking over as the outdoor space during the cooler months. The apartment sits at 136 metres above sea level on the lower slopes of the Mijas hills, which explains the panoramic views and the evening mountain backdrop, but also implies some sloping terrain between the complex and the coast. Rainfall is concentrated in the winter half of the year, so the outdoor lifestyle here is genuinely year-round, alternating between terrace, pool and golf course depending on the season.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life is a short drive rather than a stroll: Playa de Calahonda - Riviera (about 2.8 km direct), Playa El Bombo and Playa de Calahonda - Rocas del Mar (both about 2.9 km) are the nearest options on the Mijas Costa, a stretch of sandy coves and chiringuitos. For boat owners or waterfront dining, Puerto Cabopino at 4.1 km is a small, sheltered marina known for its restaurants, while Fuengirola's larger Puerto Deportivo lies about 9 km away. Golf dominates the recreational offer: the Calanova course is on the doorstep, with a Par 3 course at 2.3 km, El Soto Golf at 2.8 km and Campo Asia at 2.9 km, giving residents several options within minutes. Additional sports facilities within 2 km include Finca Naundrup, Club del Sol and La Siesta Golf Club, and inside the community itself the pools, gym, jacuzzi and sauna cover daily exercise without leaving the grounds.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.9°C | 60 mm |
| February | 12.7°C | 40 mm |
| March | 13.8°C | 125 mm |
| April | 15.5°C | 59 mm |
| May | 18.6°C | 25 mm |
| June | 22.1°C | 7 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.4°C | 7 mm |
| September | 22.6°C | 26 mm |
| October | 19.3°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.2°C | 73 mm |
| December | 12.9°C | 64 mm |
Ref: VL510823
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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