This two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located in Riviera del Sol, a residential area between Fuengirola and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The property measures 88 m² of living space, was completed in 1989 and is offered key-ready with a fixed asking price of €340,000. It forms part of a pueblo-style community with communal gardens and a swimming pool. The nearest beach, Playa del Castillo, lies 3.8 km away as the crow flies, and three golf courses sit within 1.6 km. The apartment has a south-west-facing terrace, air conditioning and double glazing, and holiday rentals are permitted by the community, subject to applicable licensing requirements.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Riviera del Sol sits on the Málaga coast roughly 16 km from Marbella and 35 km from Málaga city, both measured in a straight line. Fuengirola train station is 3.7 km away, and Malaga-Costa del Sol airport approximately 21 km. The area is flat, at 45 m elevation, with a gentle 1.1% gradient towards the sea. Supermarkets, cafés, pharmacies and a padel club are within walking distance of the complex.
The apartment offers 88 m² of living space with two bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom, fitted wardrobes and marble flooring. The living area connects to a south-west-facing private terrace, which receives afternoon and evening sun. The communal gardens and pool provide outdoor space without private maintenance. Fibre-optic internet, air conditioning (hot and cold) and full furnishing are present, so the home can be used immediately.
This is not a new-build project. The apartment was completed in 1989 and is described as being in good, fully liveable condition, with all systems functioning. Buyers take transfer of an existing property rather than waiting for construction. Renovation is not required, although the interior can be personalised. Delivery is immediate upon completion of the purchase process; no construction timeline applies.
The property is an apartment within a community, so no private garden or private pool belongs to it; outdoor swimming is via the communal pool. Parking is not listed as a private garage space. The beach is 3.8 km away in a straight line, which is beyond comfortable walking distance for many people. Built in 1989, the property predates current build standards. Holiday letting is permitted but remains subject to licensing and legal requirements.
Ref: VL243080
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Several buyer situations align with what this property offers. A buyer seeking a low-maintenance second home on the Costa del Sol will find the furnished, key-ready condition and communal garden maintenance directly relevant: arrival can happen without renovation work or furniture purchases. Buyers intending to combine personal use with holiday letting have a specific advantage here, since the community permits holiday rentals, a point that varies between communities and can restrict letting income elsewhere on the coast. Letting remains subject to regional licensing rules, which any buyer should verify before relying on rental income. The layout suits couples, small families or two adults sharing, given the two bathrooms and ensuite arrangement. The flat terrain and disabled-access feature also make it workable for buyers with reduced mobility, an aspect not always present in hillside developments along this coast. Year-round residence is supported by nearby schools, health centres and fibre-optic internet, alongside air conditioning for both hot and cold periods. A car remains practical rather than strictly necessary: amenities are walkable, but the beach at 3.8 km straight-line distance and the train station at 3.7 km are more comfortable to reach by vehicle or bus, of which four lines serve the area with 50 stops. Buyers wanting a modern new-build with a private pool or garage, or a frontline beach position, should look elsewhere; this is established 1989 stock in a community setting, priced accordingly.
The apartment dates from 1989 and is described as being in excellent, fully liveable condition, with all installations functioning as they should. That statement is best read as: no immediate works are required, though the interior reflects a building of its era and can be personalised over time. The listed specification includes marble flooring, fitted wardrobes, double glazing and a fireplace, with the living areas photographed showing leather seating and an open-plan dining arrangement. Climate control consists of air-conditioning units providing both hot and cold air, which is the standard solution for this building generation; central heating is not listed. The property is sold fully furnished, which affects the practical side of a purchase: buyers can use it from day one, and the inventory should be reviewed during the purchase process so both parties agree on what transfers. Fibre-optic connectivity is installed, relevant for remote work and streaming. Accessibility features include disabled access and an ensuite bathroom serving the main bedroom. The community buildings show traditional pueblo styling with white walls and yellow trim, set in mature gardens with a communal swimming pool. As with any 1989 building, buyers may wish to have a technical survey assess the condition of plumbing, electrics and windows beyond the visible finish. Community fees, IBI and basura amounts are not stated in the available data and should be requested separately.
The asking price is a fixed €340,000 for the apartment as offered, fully furnished and key-ready. This is an existing resale property, not a new-build development with a price list, so no range of unit types or from-prices applies. At 88 m² of living space, the price equates to roughly €3,860 per square metre, excluding terrace area. For context, comparable new-build projects in the wider region advertise from €205,000 in Mijas and from €321,000 in Estepona, though those are off-plan or under-construction products rather than completed 1989 stock. Purchase costs such as transfer tax, notary and registry fees are additional to the asking price. Availability is immediate, subject to the seller's position.
Daily life in this Riviera del Sol apartment follows a pattern typical of the central Costa del Sol: a residential setting with practical amenities within walking distance and larger towns a short drive away. The community itself is pueblo-style, with white buildings, mature planting and a communal pool, which keeps the immediate surroundings quiet compared with the seafront promenade areas. The apartment's layout supports both permanent living and part-time residence. The living and dining area is open-plan and flows onto the south-west terrace, giving afternoon and evening sun for most of the year. With two bathrooms, one of them ensuite, the property suits two couples or a small family sharing. Fitted wardrobes and full furnishing reduce the practical work of moving in. Groceries, cafés, restaurants and a pharmacy are reachable on foot, according to the listing, with a veterinary clinic, dentist and padel club also in the neighbourhood. For a wider range of shops and services, Fuengirola begins about 3.7 km away in a straight line, and its train station connects along the coast towards Málaga. The area records 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools within its education catchment data, plus two health centres, which is relevant for year-round residence rather than purely holiday use. The climate supports outdoor living for much of the year: average monthly temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C, with an annual average of 18.6°C. The swimming season, when sea temperatures hold at 20°C or above, lasts around five months. Outside that window, the communal pool and the terrace remain usable on mild days, and the nearby golf courses operate year-round. The flat terrain makes walking and cycling practical for most residents.
Riviera del Sol occupies the coastal strip between Fuengirola and La Cala de Mijas, two of the most serviced towns on this stretch of the Costa del Sol. The immediate neighbourhood provides the essentials: the listing cites supermarkets, cafés, bars, restaurants, a pharmacy, a veterinary clinic, a dentist and a sports club within walking distance. The area dataset confirms five restaurants and two pharmacies within 2 km, alongside ten hotels totalling 2,131 beds, an indication of a tourism economy that keeps hospitality open beyond the summer months. For sport, Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila lies 1.5 km away as the crow flies, Raquetas de Mijas 2.0 km and Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas 2.4 km. Golfers can reach Campo Los Lagos at 1.1 km, with Cerrado del Aguila Golf and Campo Los Olivos both at roughly 1.6 km, giving three courses within a short radius. Transport works on two levels. Locally, four bus lines with 50 stops serve the area. Regionally, Fuengirola train station (3.7 km straight-line) runs the Cercanías line along the coast to Málaga, with Carvajal and Torremuelle stations further along at 7.2 km and 10.0 km. The A-7 and AP-7 motorways pass through this corridor, putting Marbella (16 km straight-line) and Málaga city (35 km) within driving range for work, shopping or hospital visits. Housing turnover in the area runs at roughly 3,800 transactions per year, a liquid market by regional standards.
The map shows the apartment's position in Riviera del Sol relative to Fuengirola, La Cala de Mijas and Marbella. Markers indicate the nearest beaches at 3.8 km, three golf courses within 1.6 km, the Cercanías station at Fuengirola and the airports at Málaga and Gibraltar. All distances are straight-line; road routes run somewhat longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Riviera del Sol sits in the Mijas Costa corridor, positioned between Fuengirola's urban services to the east and Marbella's premium townscape 16 km to the west (straight-line). Málaga city and its airport define the northern access point at 21–35 km. Within the Costa del Sol as a whole, this is a mid-market, service-rich residential zone: less expensive than Marbella's Golden Mile, more established than the new-build expansions of Estepona, and more amenity-dense than inland Mijas pueblo. The combination of flat terrain, three nearby golf courses and rail access at Fuengirola shapes its regional profile.
The nearest beaches, Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral, all lie 3.8 km away in a straight line, so actual driving distance will be somewhat longer; the terrain is flat with a 1.1% gradient. The listing describes the beach as walkable, and the Max Beach area and the chiringuito El Juncal are cited as nearby seaside options. Malaga-Costa del Sol airport is approximately 21 km away as the crow flies, the most commonly used gateway for international owners. Gibraltar airport sits about 75 km away. Marbella is 16 km straight-line and Fuengirola begins around 4 km along the coast, with its marina at 4.3 km and Puerto Cabopino at 9.1 km for berths and waterfront dining. Public transport comprises four local lines and 50 stops, plus the Cercanías railway from Fuengirola station. For electric-vehicle drivers, the Fuengirola Supercharger lies 7.7 km away. A car is convenient rather than essential: daily needs are walkable, but beach, station and airport trips are quicker with one.
| Beach Distance | 3.8 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 21 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 75 km |
| Fuengirola | 3.7 km |
| Carvajal | 7.2 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical coastal Málaga regime: average monthly temperatures between 14°C and 26°C, an annual mean of 18.6°C, and around five months with sea temperatures at or above 20°C. In practice this means terrace use from spring through late autumn and a swimming season running roughly from June into October. The site sits at 45 m above sea level with a 1.1% gradient to the coast, essentially flat, which distinguishes it from the hillside urbanisations further west towards Marbella where slopes of 10% or more are common. Flat terrain makes walking and cycling realistic for daily errands. Green space nearby is largely golf-related: the three closest courses form a band of irrigated landscape within about 1.6 km. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, marks the start of more rugged coastal scenery. Sunshine data for the region indicates well over 3,000 annual sunshine hours, consistent with the south-west orientation of the terrace catching afternoon light.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches sit at 3.8 km straight-line distance: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. The listing highlights the Max Beach stretch for waterfront dining and El Juncal chiringuito for fresh fish by the sea, both established names on this part of the Mijas coast. Golf is the strongest recreational feature of the immediate area. Campo Los Lagos lies 1.1 km away as the crow flies, with Cerrado del Aguila Golf and Campo Los Olivos both around 1.6 km, three courses within a two-kilometre radius, an unusually dense cluster along this stretch. Racket sports are similarly well served: padel at Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila (1.5 km), Raquetas de Mijas (2.0 km) and the municipal sports facilities of Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas (2.4 km). For boating and waterfront strolls, Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola is 4.3 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km. The communal pool within the complex covers daily swimming between beach visits.
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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Within the central Costa del Sol resale market, this apartment competes on condition and convenience rather than novelty. Priced at €340,000 for 88 m², roughly €3,860 per square metre, it sits above the from-prices of comparable new-build projects further along the coast: Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those figures, however, typically apply to smaller units, off-plan purchase risk and completion dates rather than completed, furnished stock. The trade-off for buyers is between new-build specification and immediate usability. A 1989 apartment lacks the thermal standards, modern layouts and developer warranties of current construction, but it offers what off-plan cannot: occupation now, a mature community with established gardens, and a known physical product that can be inspected before purchase. Location-wise, Riviera del Sol occupies a practical middle position. It is cheaper per square metre than equivalent stock in central Marbella (16 km away) and more amenity-dense than inland Mijas pueblo. Fuengirola's rail link at 3.7 km gives it an advantage over resale areas between Marbella and Estepona that depend entirely on the A-7 and AP-7 roads. The flat terrain distinguishes it from hillside urbanisations such as those above La Cala, where views come at the cost of slopes. The community's permission for holiday rentals is a material market factor. Much of the coastal resale stock operates under communities that restrict short lets; where they are allowed, and licensing conditions are met, the rental pool widens. The local market absorbs roughly 3,800 transactions per year, indicating active demand and reasonable liquidity for resale. Buyers comparing this property against new-build alternatives should weigh the €340,000 fixed price plus purchase costs against from-price units that may require staging payments, furniture budgets and one to two years of waiting.
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