This key-ready penthouse is located in Las Lagunas, the inland district of Mijas on the Costa del Sol, roughly 1.7 km straight-line from the beaches of Fuengirola. The property offers 166 m² of living space with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and its defining feature is a 90 m² wrap-around terrace with panoramic views over the Mediterranean, the town and the surrounding mountains. The home was completed in 2004 and has since been fully renovated, including a fitted kitchen, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom. A private garage space and access to a communal swimming pool are included. The asking price is fixed at €540,000.
Against current new-build supply on the Costa del Sol, this penthouse occupies a distinct position. The comparable projects in the wider region start noticeably lower: Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those figures are entry prices for new apartments, typically with smaller terraces and, in some cases, less central settings. The €540,000 fixed price here reflects the total package of a resale property: 166 m² of interior space, a 90 m² private terrace, a garage space, full furniture inclusion and a completed renovation, all in a consolidated neighbourhood where nothing has to be built or waited for. Location quality differs as well. Torre del Mar and Estepona sit further from the airport and from Marbella; this property is 19 km straight-line from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport and 22 km from Marbella, with the coastal railway 1.2 km away. Las Lagunas is more urban than hillside Mijas or Estepona's newer resorts: denser, more local, with schools, health centres and a full range of shops within walking distance, but without the quiet of a gated resort or the views-from-above of a mountainside development. The area records around 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale market, which matters for future liquidity. Median income in the province of €16,450 per year marks the contrast between the local economy and international purchase power, and explains why resale values in Las Lagunas remain well below beachfront Fuengirola or Marbella. For a buyer weighing this home against new-build alternatives, the trade-off is essentially space and immediacy now versus developer guarantees and modern communal facilities later.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Las Lagunas is the most urban part of Mijas, situated directly behind Fuengirola's town centre. The beach at Playa de Santa Amalia lies 1.7 km away as the crow flies, while Fuengirola's train station is 1.2 km from the property. Within 2 km there are around 180 restaurants, 55 cafés and 33 pharmacies, making daily errands possible on foot or by a short drive.
The home suits buyers who want interior space combined with substantial outdoor living area. The 90 m² terrace surrounds the property, and both the living room and master bedroom open directly onto it. A separate kitchen, en-suite bathroom, lift access, air conditioning and a private garage space cover the practical requirements of full-time residence as well as holiday use.
This is an existing home, completed in 2004, not a new-build development. It is key-ready and has been renovated in recent years, which means it can be occupied immediately after purchase. There is no construction phase or delivery waiting period; the timeline runs entirely through the standard notarial purchase process for a resale property in Spain.
The property is an apartment within a gated community, so outdoor space is limited to the private terrace; there is no private garden. Parking consists of one garage space. The building dates from 2004, so the construction is twenty years old despite the renovated interior. Amenities data shows only one park within 2 km, and the swimming season for local waters is around four months per year.
This home matches several recognisable situations. A buyer relocating permanently to the Costa del Sol who wants to avoid the waiting period of off-plan construction will find the property immediately habitable, with schools, healthcare and public transport within short reach. The three bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of them en-suite, accommodate a family or a household that regularly hosts guests. A buyer seeking a second home near the coast may value the combination of a large terrace and a low-maintenance apartment: the communal pool and garden areas are managed by the community, while the private terrace delivers most of the outdoor living a villa garden would offer, without the upkeep. The proximity of Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport at roughly 19 km straight-line makes short weekend visits practical. An investor could consider the rental potential of a furnished, key-ready penthouse with sea views 1.7 km from the beach, in an area with around 3,800 housing transactions per year and steady year-round demand driven by the local population rather than tourism alone. It is less suitable for buyers looking for a detached villa, a private garden or a hillside setting with distance from urban noise. It also does not suit buyers who specifically want brand-new construction with developer guarantees.
The building itself dates from 2004, which sets the baseline for the construction: a conventional Spanish apartment block of that period with lift access, now twenty years in use. The interior, however, has been recently renovated, and the photographs show a contemporary standard: a modern kitchen with stainless-steel appliances arranged as a galley layout with a view towards the dining area, and a dining room with a glass table and modern lighting. The renovation covers the main living zones, the separate fully fitted kitchen and the bathrooms, including the en-suite bathroom in the master bedroom. Air conditioning is installed throughout, which matters in a location where average monthly temperatures range from 14°C in winter to 26°C in summer. Satellite TV connections are present, and the property is delivered fully furnished. The technical package includes a private garage space in the community garage, a lift serving the building, and a covered section of the terrace alongside the open areas. The barbecue on the terrace is already installed. In practical terms, the finishing level resembles a new-build delivery, but the buyer should remember that underlying installations such as plumbing, wiring and the building envelope follow the 2004 construction date. A technical inspection before purchase is the standard instrument to verify the condition of those elements, and delivery of the keys follows directly upon completion at the notary.
The property has a fixed asking price of €540,000. This is a resale home, so the price is not a starting point from which cheaper units are selected, as is common with new-build price lists. The price reflects a fully renovated interior, the 166 m² living area, the 90 m² terrace and the inclusion of a private garage space. Furniture is included, as the home is sold fully furnished. Buyers should additionally budget for the standard purchase costs of a Spanish resale transaction, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees. Community fees for the gated complex with communal pool apply annually.
Daily life in this penthouse revolves around the relationship between the interior and the 90 m² wrap-around terrace. Because both the living room and the master bedroom open directly onto it, and the kitchen also has terrace access, the outdoor space functions as an extension of the home for most of the year. The terrace offers several distinct zones for dining, relaxation and outdoor cooking, with a barbecue already in place. The panoramic orientation provides views over the sea, the town of Fuengirola, the mountains and the surrounding countryside. Las Lagunas itself is a working residential neighbourhood rather than a resort area. That has practical consequences: shops, schools and healthcare are close by, with 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools within the wider area and two health centres nearby. The street scene is busier and more local than in the gated villa zones of Mijas Costa or the hills of La Cala. For residents, this means short distances to everyday services, a lift ride to a private parking space, and a walkable urban environment below the apartment. With roughly 180 restaurants and 55 cafés within 2 km, eating out or meeting people requires little planning. The Fuengirola train station at 1.2 km straight-line distance connects the area to the coastal railway towards Benalmádena and Málaga, which is useful for excursions and airport journeys without a car. Sports facilities are notably close: three municipal sports centres lie within 1 km, including Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 300 metres. The rhythm of the area is year-round rather than seasonal, because most residents live here permanently.
The surroundings are defined by Las Lagunas' position as the urban core of Mijas municipality, directly bordering Fuengirola. Within 2 km, the data shows 180 restaurants, 55 cafés, 33 pharmacies, 21 banks and 8 dentists, alongside one park. That density is characteristic of a consolidated town centre rather than a residential suburb; most daily needs are met without a car. Education and healthcare are well represented, with 15 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and two health centres in the area. The neighbourhood's profile is local and year-round, supported by roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year in the municipality. Tourism exists, the area counts 10 hotels with 2,131 beds, but it does not dominate daily life the way it does on the seafront. Transport is a strong point. Fuengirola's Cercanías train station is 1.2 km away as the crow flies, with Carvajal at 4.8 km, and the line runs along the coast towards Málaga and the airport. Eight public transport lines serve the area through around 50 stops. By car, access to the A-7 and AP-7 coastal corridors is quick from this part of Mijas. The beach is 1.7 km away as the crow flies, and the terrain is essentially flat, with a gradient of 1.8%, which makes walking and cycling to the sea realistic.
The map shows the penthouse in Las Lagunas, immediately north of Fuengirola's centre. The beach and marina lie to the south-east, three golf courses cluster to the north-east, and the coastal railway runs parallel to the shore with its nearest station 1.2 km away as the crow flies.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Las Lagunas occupies a practical middle position on the western Costa del Sol: attached to Fuengirola, 22 km straight-line from Marbella and 28 km from Málaga city. Algeciras lies 86 km to the south-west, beyond Estepona. This places the property within easy reach of both the airport hub and the Marbella employment and leisure belt, while sitting in a genuinely local neighbourhood with its own schools, health centres and sports infrastructure. The location trades the exclusivity of hillside Mijas or beachfront Marbella for connectivity and daily convenience.
The nearest beach, Playa de Santa Amalia, lies 1.7 km away in a straight line, with Playa de San Francisco at 1.8 km and Playa del Castillo at 2.0 km, all part of Fuengirola's continuous coastline. Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola, the town's marina, is 1.8 km away. All distances are measured as the crow flies, so actual road distances will be somewhat longer. Three golf courses sit within a short radius: Campo Los Lagos at 2.6 km, Cerrado del Aguila at 3.2 km and Campo Los Olivos at 3.3 km straight-line. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 19 km away as the crow flies, reachable via the AP-7 or A-7. Gibraltar's airport lies at 77 km. For electric vehicle owners, the Fuengirola Supercharger station is 5.4 km away. Sports facilities cluster unusually close to this address: Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 300 metres, Complejo Deportivo Municipal Elola at 800 metres and Polideportivo Las Cañadas at 1.0 km, plus the Piscina María Peláez swimming pool at 1.1 km.
| 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 shows an average annual temperature of 18.6°C, with monthly averages ranging from 14°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer. That spread characterises the Mediterranean climate of this stretch of coast: mild winters that rarely require heavy heating, and warm summers cooled by sea breezes. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or more, lasts around four months, roughly June through September, although sea bathing outside that window is common among residents. The property sits at 30 metres above sea level, which is low enough to keep the walk to the beach effortless, the gradient along the route is just 1.8%, effectively flat, while being high enough, as a penthouse on the top floor, to clear the roofline for panoramic views. The mountain backdrop visible from the terrace includes the Mijas range inland. Outdoor living on the terrace is realistic for most of the year, with the covered section providing shade in summer and shelter in the cooler months. The region records 32 local public holidays per year across municipal, regional and national calendars, which shapes the rhythm of local life.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Fuengirola's beaches begin about 1.7 km from the property. Playa de Santa Amalia, Playa de San Francisco and Playa del Castillo together form a long sandy stretch with the chiringuitos, promenade and facilities typical of this coast. The marina at Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola, 1.8 km away, adds berths, sailing excursions and waterfront dining. Golfers have three courses within 3.3 km straight-line: Campo Los Lagos, Campo Los Olivos and Cerrado del Aguila, all in the Mijas golf cluster. Day-to-day recreation is even closer: Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas sits 300 metres from the building, with two more municipal sports complexes within 1 km and a public swimming pool at 1.1 km. For longer excursions, the hinterland of Mijas pueblo and the mountain trails behind the coast are a short drive inland, while the train from Fuengirola station opens the coastal towns towards Benalmádena, Torremolinos and Málaga without needing to park.
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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Ref: VL995155
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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