This key-ready top floor studio is situated in the coastal centre of La Cala de Mijas, in the municipality of Mijas, province of Malaga. The property measures 31 square metres of built area, has one bathroom and has been recently renovated throughout. The asking price is fixed at 189,000 euro. Playa de La Cala - El Torreón lies approximately 300 metres away, and a supermarket, pharmacy and numerous restaurants are within walking distance. The complex includes a lift, a communal swimming pool, landscaped gardens and private parking for residents. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 25 kilometres away as the crow flies.
Within its segment, this studio competes mainly on entry price and location rather than on space or modern construction. At a fixed 189,000 euro for 31 square metres, it sits below the starting prices of nearby new-build alternatives. Lantana Residencial in Mijas begins at 205,000 euro, Aquamar in Torre del Mar at 269,950 euro and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at 269,000 euro. Those projects offer newer buildings, current construction standards and typically more square metres, but their entry prices are 8 to 42 per cent higher and, in the cases of Torre del Mar and Estepona, they sit in different submarkets further from the central Costa del Sol. What this property offers in exchange is immediacy and centrality within La Cala de Mijas: a walkable town centre, the beach at roughly 300 metres, and a position between Fuengirola and Marbella that keeps both employment and leisure hubs within a quarter of an hour by car. The municipal context supports liquidity, with around 3,800 housing transactions per year in the area and a tourism base of ten hotels and 2,131 beds sustaining seasonal rental demand. Buyers comparing options should weigh three trade-offs. First, age: a 1974 building with a renovated interior differs from a 2020s development in terms of insulation, layout efficiency and expected maintenance profile. Second, space: 31 square metres with no separate bedroom is small against the regional norm, which matters for long-term living and for resale reach. Third, price per square metre: at roughly 6,100 euro per built square metre, the unit prices above many larger apartments in the area, a premium justified only by its renovation state, views and position. For a buyer prioritising location and turnkey condition at the lowest possible total outlay, this studio holds a distinct position; for a buyer prioritising floor area or new-build standards, the named comparables merit a closer look.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The studio stands in an urban coastal setting in La Cala de Mijas, with the beach roughly 300 metres away on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, banks and cafes are all within a short walk. The location sits between Fuengirola, about 10 minutes by car, and Marbella, about 15 minutes by car, making both towns practical for day trips, shopping and services.
The unit functions as a compact, self-contained living space: one open living/sleeping area, a fitted kitchenette and a bathroom with walk-in shower. Air conditioning is installed. The south orientation supports natural light, and the top floor position offers panoramic sea views. Communal facilities include the swimming pool, gardens and on-site parking.
This is not a new-build development. The building dates from 1974 and the studio is key-ready, with a recently completed renovation of the interior. Completion dates and handover therefore do not apply; the property can be transferred in its current state. The condition is listed as good, with a recently renovated finish throughout.
The property is a studio with no separate bedroom, which limits privacy between sleeping and living functions. At 31 square metres of built area, space is minimal for permanent use by more than one or two occupants. There is no private garden or private pool; outdoor facilities are communal. Furniture is optional rather than included. The building's 1974 construction date means the structure is half a century old.
This property fits a buyer seeking a foothold on the Costa del Sol at a modest absolute price, in exchange for accepting a compact footprint. It suits several recognisable situations. A single person or couple wanting a holiday base near the sea, within walking distance of restaurants and shops, can use the studio for seasonal stays without the upkeep of a larger home. An investor looking at rental potential benefits from the location in a town with roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year and steady tourist demand, supported by ten hotels and a busy summer season; a renovated, key-ready unit with a communal pool reduces preparation time before letting. Someone relocating alone on a limited budget, who values proximity to amenities over interior space, can live here year-round with air conditioning and all daily services within a few hundred metres. The property also works for owners who want a lock-up-and-leave second residence: the gated complex with lift access and on-site parking simplifies arrivals and departures. It fits less well for families, as the studio has no separate bedroom, or for buyers who require private outdoor space such as a terrace garden or private pool. Those wanting a modern thermal envelope may also note the 1974 construction date, although the interior has been recently refurbished.
The interior has been recently renovated, which is confirmed both by the listing condition and by the photographic record showing a modern studio living area with kitchen, a bedroom zone with a white bed and barn-style door, and updated finishes. The kitchen is fully fitted within a compact kitchenette arrangement, providing the essential appliances and work surface for daily use in a small household. The bathroom has been modernised with a walk-in shower. Air conditioning is present for climate control during the warmer months, when average monthly temperatures range from 14 to 26 degrees and the annual mean sits at 18.5 degrees. The unit is south-facing, which supports passive warmth in winter and natural light throughout the day. The building itself dates from 1974, so the structural envelope, insulation standards and common services correspond to that construction period rather than to current new-build regulations; buyers should weigh this when comparing with contemporary developments. Common areas are maintained to a good standard, with a large communal swimming pool, landscaped gardens, lift access to all floors and a gated entrance. Parking for residents is provided within the complex. Mailboxes and the entrance staircase shown in the photographic material indicate a conventional residential configuration. In summary, the finish level is that of a recently refurbished existing unit: modern fittings inside, functional building services, and communal facilities rather than private technical installations.
The asking price is fixed at 189,000 euro for this existing, key-ready studio of 31 square metres with one bathroom. This is a single property with a fixed asking price, not a price list with variations. Within the wider region, comparable new-build projects start at higher entry points: Lantana Residencial in Mijas from 205,000 euro, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from 269,950 euro and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from 269,000 euro. On a price-per-square-metre basis this studio asks roughly 6,100 euro per built square metre, which reflects the recently completed renovation, the sea views and the central coastal position rather than the size of the unit. Furniture is available as an option and is not included in the asking price by default. Availability is immediate in the sense that the property is completed and ready for transfer.
Daily life here revolves around compact, low-maintenance coastal living. The morning routine can centre on a short walk to the seafront, where Playa de La Cala - El Torreón and Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba offer swimming and sunbathing within roughly 300 to 400 metres of the front door. The Senda Litoral coastal path runs along the shore and suits walking and cycling throughout the year. Groceries require little planning: a supermarket sits about 400 metres away, a pharmacy around 280 metres, and the area within two kilometres counts 26 restaurants, 15 cafes and 6 banks, plus a minimarket and restaurant on the ground floor of the building itself. The studio layout combines living and sleeping in one space, with a kitchenette and a modern bathroom with walk-in shower, so cooking, resting and relaxing all happen in a single room. The south orientation brings daylight into that space for most of the day, and the top floor position provides sea views over the urban landscape. The communal pool and gardens extend the usable living area outdoors during the warmer months, when the sea temperature stays at or above 20 degrees for roughly five months of the year. Practical errands, the weekly market and the Polideportivo de La Cala sports centre at 0.6 kilometres are all reachable on foot or by bicycle. A car is not strictly necessary for daily needs, though parking for residents is available in the complex. The rhythm of the town shifts with the seasons: lively in summer with tourists filling the roughly 2,131 hotel beds in the area, and noticeably quieter outside the high season.
The immediate surroundings are urban and walkable. A supermarket lies about 409 metres away and a pharmacy about 284 metres, both within a five-minute walk. The beach at Playa de La Cala - El Torreón is roughly 300 metres from the complex, with Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba at 411 metres. Restaurants, cafes and banks cluster in the town centre within two kilometres, giving 26 restaurants, 15 cafes and 6 banks in range. The Polideportivo de La Cala sports centre sits 0.6 kilometres away for general fitness, while padel and tennis are available at Club de Padel Cerrado del Aguila, 2.4 kilometres, and Miraflores Tennis Club, 2.8 kilometres. Golfers can reach El Chaparral Golf Club at about 2.0 kilometres, Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 3.1 kilometres and Santana Golf & Country Club at 4.9 kilometres, all measured in straight-line distance. Healthcare is covered by two health centres in the area, with a hospital 12 kilometres away. Education options include 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider locality. Public transport consists of four lines and 50 stops, and the railway stations of Fuengirola and Carvajal lie 6.0 and 10.0 kilometres away respectively. An electric vehicle charging point is available 3.2 kilometres from the property.
The map shows the studio's position in the heart of La Cala de Mijas, a short walk from the beaches of El Torreón and La Butibamba. Fuengirola lies to the north-east and Marbella to the south-west, with three golf courses inland and the coastal path running along the shore directly below the town.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
La Cala de Mijas occupies a central position on the Costa del Sol, between Fuengirola to the east and Marbella to the west, both reachable in roughly 10 to 15 minutes by car. The town forms part of the municipality of Mijas, which spans from the mountainside village down to this coastal strip. This central placement gives the location two-sided access: the shopping and rail hub of Fuengirola in one direction and the marinas and nightlife of Marbella and Puerto Banus in the other. Malaga city and its airport lie about 25 kilometres to the north-east, keeping international travel simple. Compared with more peripheral coastal towns, La Cala de Mijas combines village scale with strong connectivity along the whole region.
By car, Fuengirola is about 10 minutes away and Marbella about 15 minutes, while Malaga Airport is roughly a 22-minute drive; the straight-line distance to the airport is 25 kilometres. Gibraltar Airport lies about 72 kilometres away in a straight line, an alternative for some international travel. Beach access requires no vehicle at all: the nearest sand is around 300 metres on foot. The marinas of Puerto Cabopino, 6.2 kilometres, and Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola, 6.5 kilometres, are both within a short drive for boat trips and waterfront dining. Within the town itself, most errands are manageable on foot or by bicycle, which reduces dependence on a car for daily life. For regional trips, the A-7 coastal motorway connects the area along the entire Costa del Sol. Public transport coverage of four bus lines and fifty stops provides local connections, and the Cercanias rail network can be reached at Fuengirola station, 6.0 kilometres away, offering a rail link towards Malaga. All distances quoted in kilometres are straight-line figures as the crow flies, and actual road distances may be longer.
| Beach Distance | 1.6 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 24 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 72 km |
| Fuengirola | 6 km |
| Carvajal | 10 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
La Cala de Mijas sits at a low elevation of 55 metres above sea level, with a moderate gradient of 3.4 per cent towards the beach, which keeps the walk to the sea manageable for most people. The climate is Mediterranean with an average annual temperature of 18.5 degrees and monthly averages ranging from 14 to 26 degrees across the year. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20 degrees, lasts around five months, typically from late spring into early autumn. Sunshine hours are high, consistent with the Costa del Sol's reputation as one of the sunniest coastlines in Spain. The coastal position moderates summer heat and softens winter temperatures relative to inland Andalusia. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler months, leaving long dry stretches from June to September. For residents, this means outdoor living around the communal pool and on the Senda Litoral coastal path is practical for most of the year, while the south-facing studio benefits from natural light through the shorter winter days.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within roughly two kilometres straight-line distance: Playa de La Cala - El Torreón, Playa de La Cala - La Butibamba and Playa de Las Doradas. The nearest of these is about 300 metres from the complex, making spontaneous beach visits part of the daily routine rather than a planned excursion. The Senda Litoral, the long-distance coastal footpath, passes along the seafront and connects the town with neighbouring stretches of coastline for walking and cycling. Golf is a defining feature of the surrounding area, with three courses within five kilometres: El Chaparral Golf Club at 2.0 kilometres, Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 3.1 kilometres and Santana Golf & Country Club at 4.9 kilometres. For other sports, the Polideportivo de La Cala offers general facilities at 0.6 kilometres, padel courts sit at 2.4 kilometres and the Miraflores Tennis Club at 2.8 kilometres. A viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 1.2 kilometres away, provides an elevated outlook over the coast. Two marinas, Puerto Cabopino and Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola, broaden the recreational offer with berths, watersports and waterfront restaurants. A public swimming pool at Piscina Bellavista, 2.5 kilometres, supplements the communal pool in the complex.
Source: OpenStreetMap
La Cala de Mijas forms part of the Municipality of Mijas in the province of Málaga, Andalusia, southern Spain.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3°C | 48 mm |
| February | 14.4°C | 49 mm |
| March | 15.7°C | 86 mm |
| April | 17.5°C | 49 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 14 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 0 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 0 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.5°C | 21 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.9°C | 106 mm |
| December | 14.8°C | 77 mm |
Moderate
Ref: VL164226
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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