A key-ready three-bedroom apartment completed in 2022, situated frontline on the fairways of La Cala Golf Resort in Mijas, Málaga. The property offers 148 m² of living space with two bathrooms, a private terrace and a communal pool, and carries a fixed asking price of €460,000. Tourist rentals are permitted, which gives the home both residential and short-stay potential. The surrounding urbanisation sits roughly 15 km from Marbella and within easy reach of the coast, at an elevation of about 111 metres above sea level.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The apartment sits within La Cala Golf, a suburban urbanisation in the hills of Mijas, roughly 15 km as the crow flies from Marbella and 34 km from Málaga. Three golf courses lie within 600 metres of the door. The coastal village of La Cala de Mijas, with its beaches and daily amenities, is about a 10-minute drive away, so a car is part of daily life here.
With three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 148 m² of living area, the home suits a household that wants space for guests or family. The open-plan living and dining area, fitted wardrobes and both private and covered terraces support year-round living as well as holiday use. Air conditioning for hot and cold periods, a lift and a communal pool round off the functional package.
This is an existing, completed home rather than an off-plan project. Construction finished in 2022, which places the property in recent-build condition with modern fittings. Buyers can inspect the finished apartment before purchase, and no construction phase or delivery wait applies. Any completion date references relate to the 2022 build year.
The property has no private pool; swimming is via the communal pool. It is an apartment, so there is no private garden plot, and parking is covered rather than a private garage in the data provided. Only one restaurant is registered within 2 km, meaning daily shopping and dining require a short drive. A car is effectively necessary; beach access is not within walking distance.
This home fits several recognisable situations. A household seeking a quiet, modern base near golf, with enough space for visiting family, will find the three bedrooms and two bathrooms practical. Buyers relocating to the Costa del Sol who work partly remotely can use the WiFi-connected apartment as a year-round residence, accepting that a car is required for nearly every errand. Investors form a second clear group: the permitted tourist licence, combined with frontline golf positioning in a resort with 10 hotels and roughly 2,131 tourist beds nearby, indicates an established short-stay market. The fixed €460,000 asking price allows a straightforward rental-yield calculation against comparable listings. The property also suits golf-oriented buyers for whom the three courses within 600 metres are the primary draw. It fits less well for buyers who want beachfront living, walkable amenities or a private pool and garden; the nearest marina is 6.6 km away and the nearest train station 8.8 km, so anyone dependent on public transport will find the two bus lines and 30 stops of limited use for daily commuting. Households without a car, or those planning intensive use of Málaga city (34 km away), should weigh the driving involved.
The apartment was completed in 2022 and is recorded as being in excellent condition, which for a three-year-old building means modern construction standards and contemporary finishes rather than a renovation claim. The interior layout follows current Costa del Sol practice: an open-plan living and dining space connected to the kitchen, with the kitchen described as fully equipped with generous storage and practical workspace. Large windows and the open plan are cited as sources of natural light, and the photos confirm a modern open-plan living-dining area with balcony access. The master bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom; the other two bedrooms share a second, modern family bathroom. All bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. Climate control covers both hot and cold air conditioning, making the home usable across seasons rather than only in summer. The private terrace is complemented by a covered terrace section, extending usable outdoor time into shoulder months. A lift serves the building, which matters for accessibility and for luggage during rental turnover. WiFi is installed. Parking is covered. No private pool exists; swimming facilities are communal. The data does not specify appliance brands, floor materials or energy-performance detail, so buyers should verify those elements during a viewing.
The apartment is offered at a fixed asking price of €460,000. This is a completed resale-unit transaction on a 2022-built property, not a new-build price list, so there is no spread of unit prices, the figure applies to this specific home with its 148 m², three bedrooms and two bathrooms. At this price the buyer acquires a recent-build home with tourist rental permission, a combination that carries a specific market value on the Costa del Sol. Comparable new-build projects in the wider region start lower, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000 and Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, though those are off-plan developments with different locations and characteristics. Availability is immediate, as the property is key-ready.
Daily life at this address is organised around the golf resort and its rhythm. The apartment looks directly over the fairways, with mountain, country and garden views recorded around the property. Mornings can start on the private or covered terrace; the communal pool serves as the swimming option, since the sea itself is a drive away rather than a stroll. The three golf courses of La Cala, Campo América, Campo Europa and Campo Asia, all sit within 600 metres, so golf is genuinely the neighbourhood activity rather than a distant attraction. Practically, this is a car-dependent setting. Within 2 km there is a single restaurant, and daily groceries, healthcare and schooling all sit further out; the coastal village of La Cala de Mijas is about a 10-minute drive. Sports facilities such as Raquetas de Mijas (3.8 km) and Club del Sol (4.5 km) broaden the leisure offer. The area is quiet by nature: an urbanisation embedded in fairways and forested hills at about 111 metres elevation, away from coastal traffic and nightlife. For a household that values calm, green surroundings and golf on the doorstep, and accepts driving for shopping, beaches and city amenities, the rhythm works well. For those who want walkable shops and beach life at the door, the location will feel remote in winter months in particular.
The surroundings are defined by the golf resort and the Mijas hills. Campo América and Campo Europa lie 0.5 km away and Campo Asia 0.6 km, effectively on the doorstep. Beyond golf, sports centres at 3.8 to 4.5 km (Raquetas de Mijas, Finca Naundrup, Club del Sol) offer racket sports and fitness, and the Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.5 km gives walking routes with elevated views. The immediate 2-km radius contains one restaurant, so most dining happens in La Cala de Mijas (about a 10-minute drive) or further along the coast. Education is well represented at regional level, with 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area, plus the English International College at 8.1 km for internationally oriented families. Healthcare access consists of two health centres in the region. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, is 15 km away as the crow flies, and Málaga city 34 km, giving access to full urban services, hospitals and culture. Tourism infrastructure is significant, 10 hotels and about 2,131 beds, which keeps local services running year-round. With around 3,800 housing transactions per year, the local market is active and liquid.
The map shows the apartment's position within La Cala Golf, embedded between the three courses of the resort. The coastal spine, La Cala de Mijas, Fuengirola and Marbella, runs to the south, while the Mijas hills rise behind. Distances shown are straight-line; road distances are longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Within the Costa del Sol, La Cala Golf occupies a middle position between Fuengirola and Marbella, in the inland hills of Mijas rather than on the seafront. Marbella lies 15 km away as the crow flies and Málaga 34 km, so the apartment is within reach of both the resort town's services and the provincial capital's airport and culture. Algeciras, at 79 km, marks the far edge of the practical radius towards Cádiz. Compared with coastal strip developments, the location trades sea views and walkability for golf-front tranquillity and elevation.
The beach is not on foot: coastal life is centred on La Cala de Mijas, roughly a 10-minute drive. Marinas sit at 6.6 km (Puerto Cabopino) and 9.4 km (Fuengirola's Puerto Deportivo). Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) is approximately 25 km away as the crow flies, a workable transfer for frequent travellers; Gibraltar Airport (GIB) is about 71 km. Rail access runs through Fuengirola station, 8.8 km away, connecting towards the coast and Málaga. Public transport exists, two lines with 30 stops in the area, but a car remains the practical mode for daily life in a golf urbanisation at 111 metres elevation. Road access follows the A-7/AP-7 corridor along the coast, with Marbella and Fuengirola both within a short driving radius.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 25 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 71 km |
| Fuengirola | 8.8 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The location stands about 111 metres above sea level, on the lower slopes of the Mijas hills. This elevation softens summer heat slightly compared with the immediate shoreline and provides the mountain and country views recorded around the property. The climate data shows an average annual temperature of 17.9°C, typical of the western Costa del Sol, with mild winters and warm, dry summers. The swimming season, when sea water holds at 20°C or above, lasts about four months, concentrated in summer; the communal pool extends that window somewhat. The setting is described as close to forest, so the immediate landscape is green rather than built-up. Rainfall is modest and concentrated outside the summer months. On clear days the elevated position delivers panoramic views over fairways towards the mountains, and the difference between this hillside microclimate and the hotter, busier coast is a genuine factor in daily comfort.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life centres on La Cala de Mijas, about a 10-minute drive from the apartment, a former fishing village with sandy beaches, restaurants and cafés. Further along the coast, Puerto Cabopino (6.6 km) offers a marina with a quieter beach setting, while Fuengirola's marina and its long seafront sit at 9.4 km. Recreation closer to home is dominated by golf: three 18-hole courses within 600 metres make this one of the densest golf clusters on the coast. Racket and fitness facilities (Raquetas de Mijas at 3.8 km, Club del Sol at 4.5 km) add variety, and the Mirador de las Águilas viewpoint at 4.5 km opens up walking and hiking options in the Mijas hills. The tourist infrastructure in the area, 10 hotels and around 2,131 beds, supports restaurants and leisure businesses that stay active beyond the peak season.
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 | 19.4°C | 73 mm |
| November | 15.2°C | 73 mm |
| December | 13.0°C | 64 mm |
Ref: VL138203
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Against comparable new-build projects in the region, this apartment occupies a distinct position. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts from €205,000 and Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, while Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,950, all notably lower entry points. The difference is explained by three factors. First, this is a completed, key-ready home rather than an off-plan purchase, removing construction and delivery risk but also the early-entry pricing that off-plan buyers accept. Second, the location is frontline on a golf resort with three courses within 600 metres; most from-price competitors sit in more conventional residential or coastal settings without direct fairway frontage. Third, the tourist licence is permitted, a regulatory position that materially affects rental potential and is not guaranteed for every development on the coast. Within the Mijas municipality itself, the market records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale environment. Proximity anchors are strong: Marbella at 15 km straight-line, Fuengirola's marina at 9.4 km and Málaga airport at roughly 25 km. The trade-off against cheaper coastal alternatives is the car-dependent, quieter rhythm of a golf urbanisation, one restaurant within 2 km, and the absence of a private pool. For buyers specifically seeking golf-front living with letting permission, the €460,000 fixed price sits in the mid-market band for frontline golf stock between Fuengirola and Marbella; for buyers prioritising beach access or maximum square metres per euro, the from-price alternatives along the coast will deliver more of those specific attributes.
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