A key-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in the gated community of Zafiro de Miraflores, Riviera del Sol, on Mijas Costa. The property offers 88 m² of living space with a private terrace, bringing the total built area to approximately 104 m². The home faces south and south-west and has sea, golf, garden and lake views. The complex includes tropical gardens, a communal swimming pool, underground parking and a private storeroom. Riviera del Sol sits between La Cala de Mijas and Marbella, roughly 16 km from Marbella and 35 km from Málaga as the crow flies. The asking price is fixed at €369,000, with completion of the current phase indicated for 2026.
Within the wider Málaga coastal market, this apartment occupies a middle position on price. The fixed asking price of €369,000 for a completed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with parking and storage compares with new-build 'from' prices of €205,000 at Lantana Residencial in Mijas, €269,950 at Aquamar in Torre del Mar and €321,000 at Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona. Those projects are off-plan or newly built, meaning buyers trade certainty of a finished home for lower entry prices and longer delivery timelines. The Riviera del Sol location itself is a differentiator: the immediate density of three golf courses within 1.6 km is not matched in Torre del Mar, and the property sits closer to Marbella (16 km straight-line) than Estepona does, giving shorter journeys to the area's principal employment and services centre. Against Málaga city (35 km, 579,076 inhabitants), Riviera del Sol offers a residential, low-rise environment with lower density, but also weaker walkability: daily life here generally involves a car, whereas a city apartment does not. Compared with Fuengirola town centre 3.7 km away, the trade-off is quiet and greenery versus proximity to the train station and beachfront. The local market shows roughly 3,800 housing transactions per year, indicating liquidity for resale, and the province's median income of €16,450 provides context for domestic purchasing power, though international buyers dominate this segment of the coast. For buyers weighing a finished resale unit against off-plan alternatives, the relevant comparison points are immediacy of occupation, established community costs and a known physical condition, set against the modern specifications and payment structures of new construction.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Riviera del Sol is a residential area on Mijas Costa, positioned between Fuengirola and Marbella. The apartment lies about 3.8 km from the nearest beaches as the crow flies, with three golf courses within 1.6 km. Marbella is 16 km away in a straight line and Málaga 35 km; Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 21 km distant. The nearest railway station is Fuengirola, 3.7 km away.
The apartment combines two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, two bathrooms with walk-in showers, a fitted kitchen and a living/dining room opening onto a covered terrace. Hot and cold air-conditioning serves the whole home. Both bedrooms have direct terrace access, and the main bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom. Underground parking and a storeroom are included, along with a lift in the building.
This is an existing, key-ready apartment rather than an off-plan purchase: it can be occupied as soon as the sale completes. The stated delivery indication of 2026 refers to the completion status of the current phase and should be treated as indicative. The property is described as being in good condition, with no renovation requirement noted in the available data.
The apartment has 2 bedrooms and 88 m² of living space, which limits its suitability for larger households. It offers a communal pool rather than a private one. The nearest beach is 3.8 km away in a straight line, so it is not a beachfront property. No private garden is included; outdoor space consists of the covered private terrace. No information is available about a garage for a second car beyond the single underground parking space.
This apartment fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a permanent residence on the Costa del Sol will find the two-bathroom layout, the lift, the walk-in showers and the proximity of health centres and schools practical for year-round living. Buyers wanting a second home within short travelling distance of northern Europe benefit from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lying roughly 21 km away in a straight line, making weekend visits realistic. Golf players form a third group: with Los Lagos, Cerrado del Águila and Los Olivos within 1.6 km, the apartment works as a golf base without depending on a resort hotel. Investors should note the area's rental dynamics: ten hotels with 2,131 beds reflect established tourism demand, and a 2-bedroom unit with communal pool and parking suits the holiday-let segment, subject to local licensing rules. The property is less obvious for buyers needing three or more bedrooms, a private pool or a private garden, or those wanting to step directly onto the sand, since the beach is 3.8 km away in a straight line. Households without a car should weigh the distances carefully: public transport exists, with four lines and fifty stops in the area, but a vehicle simplifies access to beaches, Marbella and Fuengirola.
The interior photographs show marble flooring in the living room, a consistent finish typical of southern Spanish apartment construction of this category, and a fully tiled bathroom with a walk-in shower in blue tiling. Both bathrooms are fitted with walk-in showers rather than combined bath units, which reflects a modernised specification. The kitchen is fully fitted and equipped. Climate control is present throughout the apartment in the form of hot and cold air-conditioning, allowing heating in winter months and cooling during the summer, when average monthly temperatures reach about 26°C. Both double bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, reducing the need for additional furniture purchases. The property's condition is listed as good, and as a key-ready home it requires no finishing work before occupation. The building has a lift, which matters for accessibility and for moving furniture. Outside, the covered terrace extends the usable living space and offers protection from direct midday sun while preserving sea, golf and lake views. The community elements are maintained to a good standard according to the available description, with tropical gardens and a large communal pool. Underground parking keeps the vehicle out of the sun and the private storeroom adds storage space that apartments of this size typically lack. No information is available in the data about the construction year of the building, the community fees or specific insulation values, so those points should be verified during a viewing or through the community documentation.
The asking price is fixed at €369,000 for this existing, key-ready apartment. This is not a 'from' price: it applies to the specific 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit with 88 m² of living space, approximately 104 m² total built area including the terrace, underground parking and storeroom. For context, comparable new-build projects in the region start at €205,000 in Mijas (Lantana Residencial), €269,950 in Torre del Mar (Aquamar) and €321,000 in Estepona (Etherna Homes 2). Those figures relate to off-plan or new construction, whereas this price concerns a completed home in an established gated community. Approximately 3,800 housing transactions take place per year in the area, indicating an active resale market.
Daily life at Zafiro de Miraflores revolves around a quiet, gated residential setting with tropical gardens and a large communal pool. Mornings can start on the south-facing covered terrace, which receives sun for most of the day and looks out over golf greens, gardens and a lake, with sea views in the distance. The living/dining room connects directly to this outdoor space, so the boundary between inside and outside living is fluid for much of the year. The apartment's layout works for couples, small families or owners using it as a holiday base: two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, a main bedroom with ensuite, and a second bathroom with a walk-in shower for guests. Practical errands are manageable on foot or by short drive: five restaurants and two pharmacies are within 2 km, and the wider Riviera del Sol area provides everyday shops. The nearest beaches are 3.8 km away as the crow flies, a short drive over flat terrain with a gradient of only 1.1 percent to the coast. Golf plays a central role in the local rhythm: three courses, including Miraflores Golf Club's neighbouring Los Lagos and Cerrado del Águila, lie within 1.6 km of the front door. Out of the summer season the area remains residential rather than empty, with La Cala de Mijas 3.9 km away offering year-round services and a seafront viewpoint. Two health centres and a full range of schools, fifteen primary and ten secondary within reach, make the location workable for permanent residence, not only for holidays.
The surrounding area combines residential calm with practical density. Within 2 km of the apartment there are five restaurants and two pharmacies, enough for daily needs without driving into town. Two health centres serve the wider area, and education provision is substantial: fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools are within reach, which is relevant for families considering permanent relocation. Sports facilities cluster nearby: Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila is 1.5 km away and Raquetas de Mijas 2.0 km, while Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas lies 2.4 km from the complex. For electric-vehicle owners, the Fuengirola Supercharger is 7.7 km away as the crow flies. Public transport consists of four lines with fifty stops in the locality, which covers local movement, though the distances to beaches and larger towns make a car the more convenient option for most residents. Tourism infrastructure is present but not dominant: ten hotels with 2,131 beds indicate a seasonal visitor flow without the area feeling like a hotel district. Marbella, with nearly 148,000 inhabitants, is 16 km away in a straight line, and Fuengirola's train station 3.7 km, from which the Cercanías line runs to Málaga and the airport.
The map shows Zafiro de Miraflores in Riviera del Sol, on the Mijas Costa between Fuengirola and Marbella. Note the cluster of three golf courses within 1.6 km and the beaches at 3.8 km. All distances shown are straight-line; road routes may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Riviera del Sol occupies the central section of Mijas Costa, between Fuengirola to the north-east and Marbella to the south-west. Marbella, 16 km away in a straight line, provides the nearest concentration of higher-end retail, dining and private healthcare. Fuengirola, with its railway station 3.7 km from the apartment, functions as the practical transport hub for the area. Málaga city and its airport lie 35 km and roughly 21 km away respectively. Within the Costa del Sol as a whole, this location sits in the established mid-coast belt: quieter than Fuengirola's town centre, more residential than Marbella's Golden Mile, and priced accordingly.
The nearest beaches, Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral, all lie 3.8 km from the complex as the crow flies, and the route is essentially flat with a gradient of 1.1 percent. Two marinas are within reach: Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola at 4.3 km and Puerto Cabopino at 9.1 km straight-line. Golf access is unusually direct, with Campo Los Lagos at 1.1 km, Cerrado del Águila Golf at 1.6 km and Campo Los Olivos also at 1.6 km. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 21 km away in a straight line; Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at roughly 75 km. Rail connections run from Fuengirola station, 3.7 km from the property, with further stations at Carvajal (7.2 km) and Torremuelle (10.0 km). By car, Marbella is 16 km away in a straight line and Málaga city 35 km, with road distances somewhat longer. All distances stated are straight-line; actual road travel can add time.
| 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
Riviera del Sol sits at 45 metres above sea level, low enough that the walk or drive to the coast involves barely any climbing, the gradient to the beach measures 1.1 percent. The climate is Mediterranean: the average annual temperature is 18.6°C, with monthly averages ranging from 14°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, which shapes the annual rhythm of outdoor life: terrace use is comfortable for most of the year, and the communal pool functions during the warmer half. The nearby golf courses and lake views give the immediate landscape a green, planted character rather than a dense urban one. The locality records 32 public holidays per year, a detail that reflects the Spanish calendar of local festivities rather than any practical burden. For residents used to northern European climates, the combination of mild winters and warm, dry summers is the principal environmental draw of this stretch of coast.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Coastal recreation is concentrated at three nearby beaches, each 3.8 km away as the crow flies: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. This stretch of Mijas Costa offers sandy beaches with chiringuitos and water access typical of the central Costa del Sol. Boating facilities are available at Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola, 4.3 km away, a working marina with moorings and waterfront dining; Puerto Cabopino at 9.1 km is a smaller, quieter option known for its natural anchorage. Golf is the strongest recreational asset in the immediate vicinity: Campo Los Lagos lies 1.1 km from the apartment, with Cerrado del Águila Golf and Campo Los Olivos both at 1.6 km, giving residents three courses within a few minutes' drive. Racket sports are equally well served, Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 1.5 km and Raquetas de Mijas at 2.0 km, and the municipal sports facilities of Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas are 2.4 km away. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km distant, marks the coastal path and village centre for evening walks.
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: VL414534
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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