This key-ready penthouse is situated in Las Lagunas, the urban district of Mijas on the Costa del Sol, approximately 1.7 km as the crow flies from the beach at Playa de Santa Amalia. The property offers 85 m² of interior living space and an 85 m² private terrace, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a renovated kitchen, a 25 m² parking space and a storage room included in the asking price of €399,000. The building dates from 2001 and has a lift, while the residential complex includes a communal swimming pool. The area combines urban convenience with proximity to Fuengirola, its train station and the beaches of Mijas Costa.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Las Lagunas is the inland, flat part of Mijas, separated from Fuengirola by little more than a short drive. The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Amalia, lies 1.7 km as the crow flies, and Fuengirola train station is 1.2 km away in a straight line. Marbella and Málaga are 22 km and 28 km away respectively, and Málaga-Costa del Sol airport approximately 19 km, all measured in a direct line.
The property suits households that value outdoor space and everyday practicality. The 85 m² terrace allows separate zones for dining, relaxing and a wine cellar, while the multipurpose entrance room can serve as a home office or study. Supermarkets, schools, shops and sports facilities are within walking or short driving distance, and the flat terrain makes the area easy to navigate on foot or by bicycle.
This is not a new-build project. The building was completed in 2001 and the penthouse is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current state without waiting for construction phases. The kitchen has been renovated and the property is documented as being in good condition, with air conditioning and Climalit double glazing already installed.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden, sea views or underfloor heating. Views are oriented towards the pool and the street. The interior area of 85 m² is moderate relative to the 185 m² total, since the terrace accounts for the remaining surface. It is an apartment within a communal complex, so outdoor space is shared with other residents and subject to community rules.
Ref: VL730247
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family relocating to the Costa del Sol permanently benefits from the three bedrooms, two bathrooms, the multipurpose study room and the density of schools and healthcare within a short radius. A couple seeking a year-round residence with substantial outdoor space will find the 85 m² terrace larger than most new-build penthouses offer at comparable prices. Remote workers can use the entrance room as an office while relying on the train connection at Fuengirola, 1.2 km away in a straight line, for trips towards Málaga. It also suits buyers who prioritise walkability: the flat terrain, 50 public transport stops across 8 lines and the concentration of shops and restaurants reduce dependence on a car, although the included parking space removes the usual constraint for those who own one. Buyers intending to let the property seasonally should note the location is urban rather than frontline beach, which affects both rental positioning and the walking distance to the sand, roughly 1.7 km as the crow flies, in practice longer by road. Households wanting sea views, a private pool or a gated resort-style community with extensive facilities will find this property does not provide those features and would be better served elsewhere on the coast.
The building was completed in 2001, placing it in the category of established Spanish construction of that period, typically characterised by concrete structure, hollow-brick partition walls and rendered façades. The property is documented as being in good condition, with the kitchen fully renovated as an independent unit including a separate utility and laundry area, a layout detail that many original apartments of this age lack. Windows are Climalit double glazing, which provides meaningfully better thermal and acoustic insulation than the single glazing often found in comparable 2001 buildings, particularly relevant on a street-facing aspect. Climate control consists of three air-conditioning units providing cooling; there is no mention of central heating or underfloor heating, so winter comfort depends on the A/C units and the district's mild winters. The property includes fitted wardrobes, a storage room and a wine cellar on the terrace. The building has a lift, which matters for a penthouse position. The communal areas include a swimming pool and a children's pool, maintained by the community. The underground parking with 25 m² of private space protects the vehicle from sun exposure. No energy performance certificate data is provided here, and buyers should request the formal documentation during due diligence to verify insulation quality and running costs.
The asking price is a fixed €399,000 for the penthouse as it stands, including the 25 m² private parking space and the storage room. This is an existing home, so there is no price list with unit variations as in a new-build development. Notary and land registry fees, Property Transfer Tax (ITP) and other purchase expenses are not included in the price; agency fees are. The property is key-ready, so no staged payments apply. Buyers comparing with new-build alternatives in the region should note that those projects typically advertise from-prices before extras such as parking, storage or terraces are added, which makes direct comparison less straightforward than the headline figures suggest.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around the contrast between a compact, efficiently laid-out interior and an unusually large terrace. The living-dining room opens directly onto that outdoor space, as does the master bedroom, which means morning coffee, meals and evening relaxation can all take place outside for most of the year given the local climate of 18.6 °C average annual temperature. The entrance hall contains a multipurpose room that works as a home office, study or storage area, a practical response to the growing demand for a workspace at home. The kitchen has been fully renovated and includes a separate utility and laundry area, which keeps household tasks separated from the living zones. The surrounding neighbourhood functions as a full-year residential area rather than a seasonal resort zone. Within 2 km there are around 180 restaurants, 55 cafés, 33 pharmacies and 21 banks, alongside supermarkets, 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools. Two health centres serve the district. This density of amenities means most daily errands do not require a car, although the included 25 m² parking space in the underground garage makes one practical for trips further afield. The area is flat, at 30 m elevation with a 1.8% gradient towards the beach, which simplifies walking and cycling. For exercise, the Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas sports centre is 300 m away as the crow flies, and a public swimming pool lies 1.1 km from the property.
The immediate environment is a consolidated residential urbanisation with the full complement of everyday infrastructure. Within a 2 km radius, the data shows 180 restaurants, 55 cafés, 33 pharmacies, 21 banks and 8 dental practices, alongside one park. Education is well covered with 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools, and two health centres serve the local population. This is a lived-in, all-year neighbourhood rather than a summer-only resort, which shows in the tourism figures: 10 hotels and around 2,131 beds, modest for a Costa del Sol coastal district. Transport options are unusually strong for an inland district. Fuengirola's Cercanías train station is 1.2 km away in a straight line, with Carvajal at 4.8 km, offering a direct rail link towards Málaga and the airport. Eight public transport lines serve the area with 50 stops. Motorway access is described as easy, connecting west towards Marbella (22 km direct) and east to Málaga (28 km direct). Málaga-Costa del Sol airport lies approximately 19 km as the crow flies. Actual road distances are longer than these straight-line figures.
The map shows the penthouse's position in the flat residential grid of Las Lagunas, immediately west of Fuengirola. The beach at Playa de Santa Amalia, the train station, three golf courses and the motorway corridor towards Málaga and Marbella are all within a short radius. Straight-line distances shown may differ from road distances.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Las Lagunas occupies a specific position in the Costa del Sol's geography: it is the working, residential core of the Mijas municipality, directly adjacent to Fuengirola and effectively functioning as that town's inland extension. This places it closer to Fuengirola's beaches, station and marina than many parts of Fuengirola itself, while remaining 22 km from Marbella and 28 km from Málaga in direct line, with the airport only 19 km away. Compared with the resort corridors west of Marbella, the district trades exclusivity for density of services, flatter terrain and lower price points. Around 3,800 housing transactions per year occur in the area, indicating an active resale market.
The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Amalia, is 1.7 km away as the crow flies, with Playa de San Francisco at 1.8 km and Playa del Castillo at 2.0 km, all reachable on foot or by a short drive in practice. Fuengirola's marina, Puerto Deportivo, is 1.8 km in a direct line. Golfers have three courses within reach: 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 distances. Sports facilities are closer still, with the Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas 300 m away and a municipal public pool at 1.1 km. An electric-vehicle Supercharger in Fuengirola sits 5.4 km away. The property includes private parking, and the flat terrain with abundant local amenities means a car is convenient rather than essential for daily life. For regional and international travel, the train at Fuengirola and the airport 19 km away cover most journeys.
| 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 data indicates average monthly temperatures ranging from 14 °C in the coolest months to 26 °C in summer, with an annual average of 18.6 °C, a typical Costa del Sol profile of mild winters and warm, dry summers. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, lasts about four months, concentrated in summer; outside that window the sea is brisk rather than inviting for regular swimming, though the communal pool extends the season somewhat. The elevation of 30 m above sea level combined with a 1.8% gradient towards the beach means the terrain is effectively flat, so walking to the coast involves no significant climb. For the terrace, the west-facing orientation favours afternoon and evening sun, while the documented north-east aspect of parts of the property captures morning light. The 85 m² outdoor space is usable for most of the year under these conditions.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest stretch of coast centres on the beaches of Mijas Costa and northern Fuengirola: Playa de Santa Amalia at 1.7 km as the crow flies, Playa de San Francisco at 1.8 km and Playa del Castillo at 2.0 km. These are urban sandy beaches with the chiringuitos and promenade access typical of this section of the coast; the data does not specify Blue Flag status for these particular beaches, so buyers valuing that certification should verify it separately. Recreational options extend well beyond the sand. Three golf courses lie within 3.3 km, including the flatter Los Lagos course and the hillier Cerrado del Aguila. The Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas sports complex is 300 m from the property, two further municipal sports centres sit within 1.0 km, and a public swimming pool at 1.1 km offers year-round swimming. Fuengirola's marina, 1.8 km away, adds sailing and waterfront dining options.
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 current new-build alternatives on the western Costa del Sol, this penthouse occupies a different segment of the market. Aquamar in Torre del Mar advertises from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those are base prices for new construction, typically before parking, storage rooms, transfer taxes on those extras and any specification upgrades are added. This property's fixed €399,000 already includes a 25 m² parking space and a storage room, and because it is a resale, the applicable purchase tax is ITP rather than the 10% VAT plus stamp duty charged on new builds, a difference of several thousand euros at this price level that affects the total cost of acquisition. The trade-off is age and specification. A 2001 building will not match the thermal standards, open-plan layouts or communal facilities of 2024-2026 developments, and the interior area of 85 m² is smaller than many new three-bedroom products. What it offers instead is an 85 m² terrace, considerably larger than the 20-40 m² typical of new-build penthouses, together with a location that is more established and service-dense than the peripheral plots where new projects tend to be built. Las Lagunas also differs from Estepona or Torre del Mar in accessibility: the train at Fuengirola and the airport at 19 km direct are advantages those eastern locations cannot match. Buyers weighing the options should compare total acquisition cost including taxes and extras, terrace area, and commuting requirements rather than headline prices alone.
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