A small residential development of seven apartments is under construction in Las Lagunas de Mijas, an urban district bordering Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol. The advertised price of €192,000 applies specifically to a first-floor rear-facing apartment of 47 m² with one bedroom and one bathroom; the wider development ranges up to €389,500 for a three-bedroom penthouse. Completion is indicatively expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. The location sits roughly 1.7 km from the nearest beach as the crow flies, with the Fuengirola train station about 1.2 km away, making daily life manageable without a car.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The development stands in the centre of Las Lagunas de Mijas, next to a large supermarket and within the built-up area of the Fuengirola-Mijas conurbation. The beach at Playa de Santa Amalia lies 1.7 km away in a straight line, and Fuengirola's marina is about 1.8 km. Marbella is 22 km distant and Málaga city 28 km, both measured as the crow flies.
The apartments are designed for practical urban living: a fully fitted open-plan kitchen with lounge, hot and cold air conditioning, fitted wardrobes, a lift, and for some units a private terrace. Ground-floor and penthouse homes have outdoor space and additional lounge areas. The smallest unit measures 47 m², which suits single occupants or couples rather than larger households.
Construction is currently under way, with delivery indicatively planned for the fourth quarter of 2026. The building contains seven apartments in total: two ground-floor two-bedroom units with terraces, four further two-bedroom apartments on the first and second floors, and one three-bedroom penthouse with an en-suite master bedroom and terrace.
The development has no swimming pool, garden, gym or other communal leisure facilities, and parking is not listed among the features. The entry-level apartment faces the rear of the building and measures 47 m². An additional 10% VAT applies on top of the purchase price. Buyers should verify with the developer which specific units remain available.
Ref: VL177696
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This development fits a buyer who wants a genuinely local, non-resort setting with the beach and Fuengirola's amenities within easy reach, at a price point noticeably below seafront new-build stock. The 47 m² entry apartment suits a single buyer or couple, whether as a first home on the coast, a low-maintenance second residence, or a rental-oriented investment in a district with year-round demand rather than seasonal tourism alone. The two-bedroom layouts of 47 m² to 96 m² accommodate small families or buyers wanting a guest room, particularly the ground-floor units with terraces or the three-bedroom penthouse for those wanting the top position and an en-suite. A car is useful but not strictly necessary: the train connection at Fuengirola and the dense bus network cover most daily routes, and Málaga airport lies about 19 km away as the crow flies. Buyers seeking communal pools, gardens, on-site parking or sea views should note these are not part of the offer; the appeal here is urban convenience and proximity rather than resort facilities.
The specification list points to a mid-to-upper finishing level for this segment. Windows are aluminium frames with thermal breaks and double glazing, which improves both acoustic comfort and energy performance in a street-facing urban setting. Climate control is a ducted hot-and-cold air conditioning system, and solar water heating contributes to running-cost efficiency. Interior finishes include Porcelanosa porcelain throughout, a Spanish brand commonly specified in higher-quality new build on the Costa del Sol. Kitchens are fully fitted and integrated into an open-plan lounge-dining layout. The building includes a lift to all floors, fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms, pre-installation for an alarm system, and mechanical ventilation to maintain indoor air quality. Floor plans follow current regional preferences: open-plan living areas, additional lounge space on the ground floor and in the penthouse, and terraces on the ground and top levels. The listed features also mention mountain and urban views, which is consistent with the rear-facing position of some units looking toward the Mijas hillside rather than the sea. Construction is under way, so finishes can be inspected as the building progresses.
The advertised price of €192,000 is a fixed asking price and corresponds specifically to the first-floor rear-facing apartment of 47 m² with one bedroom and one bathroom. Across the development, prices run up to €389,500, with homes varying from 47 m² to 96 m², one to three bedrooms and one to two bathrooms. The penthouse is a single three-bedroom unit with en-suite master bedroom and terrace. Note that 10% VAT is added to the purchase price on new-build property, and delivery is indicatively scheduled for Q4 2026. Availability of individual units changes during construction, so current status should be confirmed directly.
Las Lagunas is the most urban part of Mijas municipality, functioning in practice as a western extension of Fuengirola rather than as a separate resort. Daily life here runs at a local, year-round pace: the district counts 180 restaurants and 55 cafés within a 2 km radius, 33 pharmacies, 21 banks, and two health centres. A large supermarket sits directly beside the development, so grocery shopping is a matter of minutes on foot. The area is flat, sitting about 30 m above sea level with a gradient of less than 2% toward the coast, which makes walking and cycling realistic options. Fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools serve the district, reflecting its character as a permanent residential community rather than a seasonal one. For leisure, the beaches of Playa de Santa Amalia, Playa de San Francisco and Playa del Castillo are all within about 2 km, while Fuengirola's marina and seafront promenade lie a short distance beyond. The district has 50 public transport stops across 8 lines, and Fuengirola's Cercanías train station is 1.2 km away in a straight line, connecting along the coast toward Benalmádena, Torremolinos and Málaga. The profile is compact-urban: everything is close, the rhythm is Spanish-local, and the sea is reachable on foot or by a short drive.
The immediate surroundings are dense and service-rich. Within 2 km, residents can reach 180 restaurants, 55 cafés, 33 pharmacies, 21 bank branches, 8 dentists and a public park. Sports facilities are notably close: Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 0.3 km, Complejo Deportivo Municipal Elola at 0.8 km, Polideportivo Las Cañadas at 1.0 km, and the public Piscina María Peláez swimming pool at 1.1 km, all measured in a straight line. The seafront begins at about 1.7 km with Playa de Santa Amalia, followed by Playa de San Francisco and Playa del Castillo, with Fuengirola marina at 1.8 km offering boat services and waterfront dining. Healthcare is covered by two health centres in the district, and schooling spans 15 primary and 10 secondary schools. Road distances are longer than straight-line figures, as is usual in a built-up area, but the flat terrain means most errands can be done on foot or by bicycle.
The map shows the development within the street grid of Las Lagunas, immediately west of Fuengirola's centre. Note the short straight-line distances to the beach (1.7 km), the train station (1.2 km) and the municipal sports complex (300 m), and the flat terrain connecting them all.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Las Lagunas occupies a practical middle position on the Costa del Sol: inside the Fuengirola urban area, 22 km from Marbella and 28 km from Málaga city as the crow flies, with the airport roughly 19 km away. This places it closer to both the airport and Málaga's cultural offering than Marbella or Estepona, while still within a half-hour drive of Marbella's old town and Puerto Banús. The position is coastal-urban rather than resort-residential, which distinguishes it from the golf-estate and hillside developments further west.
Distances below are straight-line; actual road distances are somewhat longer. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Amalia, is 1.7 km away and the route is essentially flat, suitable for walking or cycling. Fuengirola train station lies 1.2 km away, with Carvajal station 4.8 km further along the line, giving direct rail access to Málaga and the airport via Torremolinos and Benalmádena. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 19 km away, one of the shorter airport distances on the coast; Gibraltar is 77 km. By road, Marbella is 22 km and Málaga city 28 km as the crow flies. Public transport in the district consists of 8 lines with 50 stops, covering local routes into Fuengirola centre and neighbouring areas. For drivers, the A-7 and AP-7 corridor connecting the whole coast is reached within minutes, and a Tesla supercharger station sits 5.4 km away for electric-vehicle owners.
| Beach Distance | 1.7 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 19 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 77 km |
| Fuengirola | 1.2 km |
| Carvajal | 4.8 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is classic western Costa del Sol: an average annual temperature of 18.6°C, with monthly averages ranging from about 14°C in winter to 26°C in summer. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or more, lasts around four months, roughly June through September, although sea swimming outside that window is common among residents. The site sits at 30 m elevation on flat terrain, so there are no hills to negotiate on the way to the coast and no dramatic views from lower floors, though mountain views toward the Mijas sierra are noted for some orientations. Rainfall concentrates in autumn and winter, with long dry spells in summer; the data indicates more than 300 days of sunshine per year, which in practice means outdoor terraces and nearby beaches are usable for most of the year.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit within about 2 km: Playa de Santa Amalia (1.7 km), Playa de San Francisco (1.8 km) and Playa del Castillo (2.0 km), all part of Fuengirola's long sandy waterfront with its pedestrian promenade. Fuengirola marina at 1.8 km adds mooring facilities, boat trips and waterside restaurants. Golfers have three courses within striking distance: Mijas Golf's Campo Los Lagos at 2.6 km, Cerrado del Aguila at 3.2 km and Campo Los Olivos at 3.3 km, all straight-line. For everyday sport, the Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas is 300 m from the development, with two further municipal sports complexes and a public swimming pool within about a kilometre. The tourism footprint in the immediate area is modest, 10 hotels with some 2,131 beds, meaning the neighbourhood keeps its local character even in August, unlike the beachfront zones a short drive east.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| 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 |
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Set against comparable new-build projects along the Málaga coast, this development positions itself at the accessible end of the price range. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts at €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar at €269,950, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona at €321,000. The €192,000 entry price here is among the lower figures in this comparison set, and the explanation lies mainly in two factors: the unit is a 47 m² one-bedroom, and it faces the rear of the building rather than the street or sea. The key trade-off is location type rather than location quality. Las Lagunas is not a resort address; there is no communal pool, no landscaped grounds and no sea view from this unit. What it offers instead is density of services, 180 restaurants within 2 km, a supermarket next door, two health centres, 25 schools, and a train link to Málaga and the airport, at a price that seafront or golf-side new build in Fuengirola, Marbella or Estepona generally does not reach. Buyers comparing with Torre del Mar should note that Aquamar sits some 40 km further from Málaga airport, which affects both travel time and rental appeal. Estepona's Etherna Homes 2 commands a premium for a more resort-style setting further from the airport. Within Fuengirola's own market, where roughly 3,800 housing transactions take place per year, central Las Lagunas is one of the few districts where new build remains available under €200,000. For owner-occupiers prioritising walkability and transport over communal amenities, or investors targeting year-round rental demand rather than peak-season lets, the price-to-location ratio is the development's defining characteristic. Whether that outweighs the absence of pool, parking and views is a question of buyer priorities rather than of market positioning.
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