This two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located in Riviera del Sol, a residential area within the municipality of Mijas on the Costa del Sol. The property measures 75 m² and was completed in 2001, with a fixed asking price of €288,000. It forms part of a gated community with a communal swimming pool, a separate children's pool and communal parking. The apartment has an east to south-east orientation, a private terrace, a storage room and air conditioning for both hot and cold use. Riviera del Sol sits between Fuengirola and Marbella, roughly 3.8 km as the crow flies from the nearest beaches.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Riviera del Sol is an established residential urbanisation between Fuengirola and Marbella, about 35 km as the crow flies from Málaga city and 16 km from Marbella. The apartment lies within walking distance of local shops and restaurants, with the train station of Fuengirola 3.7 km away in a straight line. Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is approximately 21 km away by direct distance.
The property offers two bedrooms, one bathroom and 75 m² of living space, arranged as an open-plan living and dining area with a fitted kitchen that has recently been renewed. A private terrace, a lift in the building, fitted wardrobes and a private storage room cover everyday practical needs. Air conditioning provides climate control throughout the year, and the community adds two pools and communal parking.
This is not a new-build development. The apartment was completed in 2001 and is key-ready, described by the seller as being in good condition and sold fully furnished. The kitchen has recently been replaced. As an existing resale property, it can be transferred and occupied without waiting for a construction phase, subject to the usual purchase process.
The apartment has one bathroom only and 75 m² of built area, which limits space for larger households. Parking is communal and open rather than a private assigned space. The view is oriented towards the garden and street rather than the sea. There is no private pool, and the building dates from 2001, so construction standards differ from current new-build regulations.
Ref: VL387617
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a low-maintenance holiday home on the Costa del Sol will find a furnished, key-ready apartment in a gated community with pools, within a short drive of the beach and golf courses. A buyer prioritising budget and rental potential gets a two-bedroom unit at €288,000, a price point below most new-build alternatives in the region, with the seller reporting rental income as a feature. A buyer planning partial or full relocation benefits from proximity to schools, fifteen primary and ten secondary schools are registered in the area, plus two health centres and a train connection via Fuengirola. The single bathroom and 75 m² footprint suit couples, small families or guest accommodation rather than large households. Buyers wanting sea views, a private pool or a private garage space should note these are not part of the offer. The 2001 construction year means the buyer acquires an established community with mature gardens and known running costs, rather than a newly delivered building. For those who value walkable daily amenities, an east-facing terrace with morning sun, and a position between Fuengirola and Marbella with an airport roughly 21 km away in a straight line, the profile aligns well. Buyers seeking contemporary energy standards or off-plan payment structures should look elsewhere.
The interior finish, as documented in the listing and photographs, reflects a maintained resale property rather than a refurbished premium unit. The kitchen has recently been renewed, with modern units and wooden worktops shown in the images, and it is fully fitted and equipped. The living area combines dining and lounge space in an open-plan arrangement, which maximises the sense of space within 75 m². Both bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, providing storage without freestanding furniture. Technical features include air conditioning for both heating and cooling, double glazing, an entry phone system and a lift in the building. The terrace is accessed from the living area and holds a table and chairs with a view over the garden and street. The condition is recorded as good, and the apartment is sold fully furnished, meaning a buyer can use or rent it immediately after transfer, subject to community rules. The building dates from 2001, so construction methods, insulation levels and energy performance correspond to that period rather than current building codes. Communal areas are described as well maintained, with a swimming pool, a separate children's pool, sun loungers and landscaped relaxation zones. Parking is secure within the gated communal area but is open parking rather than an allocated private space. A private storage room adds practical capacity. In summary, the finishing level is functional and presentable, with the renewed kitchen as the most recent upgrade; buyers should expect standards consistent with an early-2000s development that has been cared for.
The asking price is fixed at €288,000 for the complete property, sold fully furnished and with a private storage room included. This is a resale apartment completed in 2001, so the price reflects an existing home in an established community rather than new-build pricing. For context in the wider region, new-build projects start at €205,000 at Lantana Residencial in Mijas, €269,950 at Aquamar in Torre del Mar and €321,000 at Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona, although those figures are from-prices for off-plan or new construction, not directly comparable to a furnished, key-ready resale unit. The seller also markets the property on its rental income potential. Availability follows the standard resale purchase process.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around a compact, practical layout on a single level. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area forms the heart of the home, with the recently fitted kitchen including wooden worktops visible in the listing photographs. Two bedrooms provide sleeping accommodation, one of which has natural light and a fan, while the single bathroom serves both. The private terrace, furnished with a table and chairs, faces east to south-east, which in practice means morning and midday sun, a comfortable pattern for breakfast outside and shaded afternoons during the hottest months. The ground-floor access from street level removes the need for stairs on arrival, while the elevated terrace position adds a degree of privacy. Within the gated community, residents share a swimming pool, a separate children's pool, sun loungers and relaxation areas, which extends the usable living space beyond the 75 m² interior during the long warm season. A private storage room handles seasonal items such as beach equipment and suitcases. The setting is described as close to shops, golf, schools and the sea, meaning most daily errands can be done in the immediate urbanisation or a short drive away. Five restaurants and two pharmacies are registered within 2 km. The area is residential rather than a dense tourist centre, though ten hotels and roughly 2,131 beds in the wider area indicate a seasonal visitor flow, so summer months will feel busier than winter months.
Riviera del Sol functions as a residential base with most daily needs covered locally. Within 2 km, five restaurants and two pharmacies are registered, and the urbanisation is described as close to shops, schools and the town centre. For sport, three facilities sit within about 2.4 km: Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 1.5 km, Raquetas de Mijas at 2.0 km and Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 2.4 km, all straight-line distances. Golf is a defining feature of the immediate surroundings, Campo Los Lagos lies 1.1 km away, with Cerrado del Aguila Golf and Campo Los Olivos both at 1.6 km. Healthcare is available through two health centres in the area. The terrain is essentially flat: elevation is 45 m above sea level with a gradient of just 1.1% towards the beach, which makes walking and cycling realistic for reasonably fit residents, though the 3.8 km distance to the coast means most people would drive or cycle. Public transport includes four lines and fifty stops in the area, and Fuengirola train station is 3.7 km away in a straight line, connecting towards Málaga along the coast. The area's tourism infrastructure, ten hotels and around 2,131 beds, indicates that summer brings a visible seasonal influx, while the winter months are quieter. Housing turnover in the area is active, with about 3,800 transactions per year recorded regionally.
The map shows the apartment's position in Riviera del Sol, between Fuengirola and the golf courses of Mijas. Beaches lie roughly 3.8 km to the south in a straight line, Marbella 16 km to the west and Málaga airport about 21 km to the north-east, a central Costa del Sol location with the coast, golf and rail access all within a short drive.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Riviera del Sol occupies the central stretch of the Costa del Sol, in the Mijas municipality between Fuengirola and Marbella. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, is 16 km away in a straight line to the west; Fuengirola and its train hub are under 4 km to the east. This position places the property within reach of both the working-city amenities of Fuengirola and the more upscale commercial offer of Marbella, while itself remaining a residential urbanisation rather than a resort town. Málaga, at 35 km, anchors the region's transport and cultural infrastructure.
The nearest beaches, Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral, all lie 3.8 km away as the crow flies, roughly a four-minute drive according to the listing. Marbella is 16 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 35 km, with the provincial capital holding about 579,000 inhabitants. Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is approximately 21 km by direct distance, making flights accessible without a long transfer; Gibraltar airport is an alternative at 75 km. Train connections run from Fuengirola station, 3.7 km straight-line, with Carvajal and Torremuelle stations further along the line. For boat owners or days out, Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola is 4.3 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km. Electric-vehicle drivers can use the Fuengirola Supercharger, 7.7 km distant. A car is the practical choice for most journeys given the distances involved, though buses and the train cover the main coastal corridor.
| 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 Andalusian pattern: average monthly temperatures range from 14°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, with an annual average of 18.6°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months. At 45 m elevation on flat terrain, the apartment avoids the hillside climbs found in parts of Mijas and Benalmádena, and the east to south-east orientation means the terrace catches morning sun while avoiding the strongest late-afternoon heat. Air conditioning in both hot and cold modes covers the temperature extremes on either side of the year. For outdoor orientation, the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, offers a nearby destination for coastal walks, while the flat gradient towards the sea makes cycling a genuine option. The climate supports year-round residence rather than purely seasonal use, which matters for buyers considering permanent relocation.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Coastal recreation is concentrated within a 4 km radius. Three beaches sit 3.8 km away in a straight line: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. Two marinas broaden the options, Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola at 4.3 km for sailing and waterfront dining, and the smaller Puerto Cabopino at 9.1 km, known for its sheltered anchorage. Golf is the strongest recreational asset near the property: Campo Los Lagos at 1.1 km, Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 1.6 km and Campo Los Olivos at 1.6 km give three courses within a two-kilometre radius, an unusually dense cluster even by Costa del Sol standards. Racket sports are covered by two padel and tennis clubs within 2 km, plus the municipal sports city of Las Lagunas at 2.4 km. The community's own pools, one main pool and one children's pool with sun loungers, provide swimming without leaving the complex. The five-month warm-water season extends beach use well beyond the peak summer weeks.
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 offerings on the Costa del Sol, this resale apartment occupies a distinct position. 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, all from-prices for newly constructed homes, meaning the final cost of a completed unit with equivalent furnishing will typically land higher. At €288,000, this apartment offers immediate availability: no construction phase, no phased payments and no waiting for infrastructure to mature, since Riviera del Sol has been an established urbanisation for over two decades. The trade-off is concrete. A 2001 building carries the construction standards of its era rather than current insulation and energy requirements; the unit has one bathroom rather than the two now standard in most new two-bedroom plans; and parking is communal and open rather than a private space, which new-build projects usually include or sell separately. What the location offers is density of amenity that newer peripheral developments often lack: three golf courses within 1.6 km, two padel clubs within 2 km, a train connection at Fuengirola 3.7 km away, and beaches about 3.8 km distant, all inside the mature central Costa del Sol corridor between Fuengirola and Marbella. Regional market activity, at roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicates steady liquidity in this stretch of Mijas. For a buyer weighing rental use, the furnished, key-ready status and the seller's reported rental income shorten the route to occupation, whereas off-plan buyers accept delivery risk in exchange for modern specifications. The comparison, in short, is between modern specification on the one hand and location maturity plus immediacy on the other.
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