This renovated two-bedroom apartment is located in Riviera del Sol, a residential area of Mijas Costa situated between Fuengirola and Marbella. The property offers 84 m² of built space plus a terrace of approximately 35 m² facing south-west, with views over the golf course and surrounding hills. Built in 2002 and renovated since, it includes two bathrooms, a communal swimming pool, an underground parking space and a private storage room. The asking price is fixed at €370,000. The setting combines proximity to golf courses with access to beaches roughly 3.8 km away as the crow flies.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Riviera del Sol lies in Mijas Costa, between Fuengirola and Marbella. Marbella is 16 km away as the crow flies, Fuengirola's train station 3.7 km. Three golf courses sit within 1.6 km, and the nearest beaches are about 3.8 km in a straight line. The area functions as a residential urbanisation with shops, restaurants and schools nearby, at an elevation of 45 metres with a flat gradient to the coast.
The apartment suits households seeking two bedrooms and two bathrooms with generous outdoor space. The 35 m² south-west facing terrace receives afternoon and evening sun, which matters for outdoor dining and terrace use outside the summer months. Air conditioning (hot and cold) plus central heating cover year-round comfort, and the communal pool serves daily leisure without private maintenance responsibility.
This is an existing home, completed in 2002 and subsequently renovated, available key-ready. There is no construction phase or delivery waiting period; the purchase can proceed directly to transfer. Renovation status is recorded as good condition. Any completion or availability dates are indicative and subject to the purchase process. Buyers acquire an established property within a mature urbanisation rather than an off-plan contract.
The property does not offer a private pool, private garden, sea views or a lift-dependent ground access. The beach is 3.8 km away as the crow flies, so this is not a walk-to-beach location. Built area is 84 m², which limits space for larger households. Details about the developer, plot size and annual community fees are not stated in the available data. A car is practical for daily errands, shopping and beach visits.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a manageable second home with real outdoor space will find the 35 m² terrace and two-bathroom layout practical for both private use and visiting guests. Retirees or part-year residents benefit from the combination of central heating, hot and cold air conditioning and a secure complex with underground parking, features that make winter stays comfortable and long absences straightforward. Buyers who play golf or want it as part of their weekly routine are well served: three courses within 1.6 km is an unusually dense cluster for this stretch of coast. Households needing proximity to schools also fit, with 15 primary and 10 secondary schools recorded in the wider area. The property suits buyers who prefer an established, renovated home over an off-plan purchase, no waiting period, no construction risk, and the condition is visible at viewing. It is less suitable for those who want to walk to the beach daily, as the coast lies 3.8 km away as the crow flies. Buyers requiring three or more bedrooms, a private pool or direct sea views should also look elsewhere within the region. For investors, the location between Fuengirola and Marbella, year-round rental demand and the included parking and storage give the property characteristics associated with both holiday and long-term letting, though rental performance depends on management and market conditions not covered by the available data.
The building dates from 2002 and the apartment has been renovated, with the overall condition recorded as good. The renovation covered the interior finishes visible in the listing photographs: an open-plan living and dining area, a renewed kitchen visible from the hallway, and updated bathrooms. Specific brands, appliance specifications and material details are not stated in the available data, so buyers should verify the exact finish level and the age of installations during a viewing. The climate systems are documented more precisely: air conditioning units provide both hot and cold air, and central heating is present as well. This dual setup is relevant for year-round residence, as coastal Andalusian winters, though mild, can make supplementary heating useful, particularly in a first-floor apartment with extensive glazing facing south-west. The terrace of approximately 35 m² exceeds the size of many balconies in this price segment on the Costa del Sol and effectively extends the usable living area for much of the year. Structural and community aspects, the communal pool, building exterior, and shared areas, belong to the community of owners, and their condition and maintenance history can be reviewed through community documentation during due diligence. The underground parking space and private storage room are included in the asking price, which removes two common additional costs in Spanish apartment purchases. Buyers should confirm the annual community fees, IBI property tax and refuse charge, as these figures are not provided in the available data and vary by complex.
The apartment carries a fixed asking price of €370,000, including the underground parking space and private storage room. As an existing home completed in 2002 and subsequently renovated, there is no price list or unit variation: the price applies to this specific property. In the local context, roughly 3,800 housing transactions take place per year in the surrounding area, and the provincial median income of €16,450 indicates that international buyers form a significant share of demand in this segment. Comparable new-build projects in the region start lower, from €205,000 in Mijas and €269,950 in Torre del Mar, but those figures apply to different locations, sizes and delivery conditions. Availability is immediate in principle, subject to the standard Spanish purchase process.
Daily life in this apartment revolves around the terrace and the surrounding golf-oriented urbanisation. The south-west orientation means the outdoor space comes into its own from midday onwards: lunch on the terrace, sun into the early evening, and sunset light over the golf course and mountains. Inside, the 84 m² layout combines an open-plan living and dining area with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a practical arrangement for a couple, a small family or guests staying for extended periods. The residential complex includes a large communal pool, which functions as the primary outdoor leisure facility within walking distance of the front door. Riviera del Sol itself is a settled residential area rather than a seasonal resort. Restaurants and a pharmacy lie within 2 km, and the urbanisation sits in a commercial zone with supermarkets and everyday shops. The rhythm of the area is calm in winter and busier in summer, consistent with the wider Mijas Costa pattern. For sport, two padel clubs and a municipal sports complex sit within 2.4 km, while three golf courses, Los Lagos at 1.1 km, Cerrado del Águila at 1.6 km and Los Olivos at 1.6 km, are within a short drive or, for the closer ones, cycling distance. The Fuengirola Cercanías train station at 3.7 km provides a car-free link along the coast towards Málaga, and four public transport lines with 50 stops serve the wider locality. For residents who split the year between Spain and another country, the underground parking and storage room simplify leaving the property vacant for longer periods, as the car sits secured and belongings stay on site.
Riviera del Sol sits in the Mijas Costa belt, a continuous stretch of residential urbanisations between Fuengirola and Marbella. The immediate surroundings are described as a commercial area close to shops, schools and the town, meaning daily errands do not require long journeys. Five restaurants and two pharmacies lie within 2 km. Two health centres serve the locality, and the education offer includes 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the broader area, a substantial figure that reflects the permanent, family-oriented population of Mijas Costa alongside its tourism base. Tourism infrastructure exists but is moderate: 10 hotels with 2,131 beds, small enough that the area does not feel resort-dominated outside peak weeks. For orientation, the apartment sits at 45 metres above sea level on terrain that slopes gently (about 1.1%) towards the coast, so walking and cycling in the vicinity involve little effort. Marbella lies 16 km away as the crow flies and Fuengirola's town centre and marina about 4-5 km, giving residents two distinct options for dining, shopping and cultural outings. Málaga city, at 35 km, is reachable by the coastal train from Fuengirola station (3.7 km away). Public transport comprises four lines and 50 stops in the locality, usable for local trips, though a car remains the practical choice for most residents. The Fuengirola Supercharger for electric vehicles is 7.7 km away, relevant for EV owners.
The map shows the apartment's position in Riviera del Sol, with the golf courses of Los Lagos, Cerrado del Águila and Los Olivos clustered within 1.6 km. Fuengirola and its train station lie 3.7 km north-east, the beaches 3.8 km south-east, and Marbella 16 km west along the coast. All distances shown are straight-line.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Riviera del Sol occupies the central section of Mijas Costa, positioned between Fuengirola (to the north-east) and Marbella (16 km to the south-west). This places the property in the middle of the Costa del Sol's western corridor: Málaga city and its airport lie 21-35 km away, while the Sierra de Mijas rises directly inland. The location balances proximity to two substantial service towns, Fuengirola with its train link and marina, Marbella with its old town and retail offer, with a residential setting that is calmer than either centre. Within the regional hierarchy, Mijas Costa is a mid-market, family-and-golf zone between the high-profile Marbella strip and the denser Fuengirola-Benalmádena belt.
The nearest beaches, Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral, all lie 3.8 km away as the crow flies, reachable in a few minutes by car. The gradient to the coast is flat at 1.1%, so cycling is also realistic. Fuengirola's marina is 4.3 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km, offering two options for waterfront dining and boat trips. For golf, three courses sit unusually close: Los Lagos at 1.1 km, and Cerrado del Águila and Los Olivos both at 1.6 km. Sports facilities include two padel clubs within 2 km and the Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 2.4 km. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 21 km away as the crow flies, typically under half an hour by car, a practical consideration for frequent international travel. Gibraltar Airport (75 km) serves as a secondary option. Rail access runs through the Fuengirola Cercanías station at 3.7 km, with trains along the coast to Málaga. By car, the A-7 and AP-7 corridors connect the area to Fuengirola, Marbella and Málaga; road distances are longer than the straight-line figures cited here.
| 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 for the area shows average monthly temperatures ranging from 14°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, with an annual average of 18.6°C. This is the classic Costa del Sol pattern: mild winters that allow terrace use year-round, and warm but moderated summers thanks to the sea breeze. The swimming season lasts about five months, during which sea temperatures reach 20°C or above, roughly May to October for comfortable sea bathing, with the communal pool extending the season on warm days either side. The apartment sits at 45 metres elevation, low enough to avoid the steep climbs found in some hillside urbanisations. The terrain slopes gently towards the sea at 1.1%, making the area walkable. Views from the property include the golf course, mountains and a panoramic outlook over the surrounding gardens and hills. The south-west orientation maximises afternoon and evening sun, which pairs well with the outdoor dining culture of the region; on the other hand, morning sun on the terrace is limited, which some buyers factor into their preference. Local public holidays number 32 per year, reflecting the Spanish calendar of national, regional and municipal observances.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach life takes a short drive: the nearest options, Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral, all lie 3.8 km away as the crow flies. El Chaparral is a stretch known for its dune-backed character, while the Castillo beach area offers services and chiringuitos typical of Mijas Costa. For days on the water or waterfront dining, Fuengirola's marina (4.3 km) and Puerto Cabopino (9.1 km) provide harbourside options. The strongest recreational asset of this location is golf: three 18-hole courses within 1.6 km, Los Lagos, Los Olivos and Cerrado del Águila, form one of the densest golf clusters on this part of the coast. Padel players can choose between Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila (1.5 km) and Raquetas de Mijas (2.0 km), and the municipal sports complex Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas (2.4 km) adds general sports facilities. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas, 3.9 km away, marks the start of a pleasant coastal village with a weekly market and beachfront promenade. For longer excursions, the Sierra de Mijas behind the urbanisation offers walking routes, and the panoramic and mountain views recorded at the property hint at the inland scenery visible from the terrace.
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: VL650646
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Set against comparable new-build projects on the Costa del Sol, this apartment occupies a distinct position. Lantana Residencial in Mijas starts from €205,000 and Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, while Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona starts from €321,000. Those are entry prices for new construction, typically for smaller units or less central positions within their developments, and, in the case of Torre del Mar and Estepona, in towns further from the Marbella-Fuengirola core. This property's fixed €370,000 buys an established, renovated home with a completed 35 m² terrace, parking and storage included, in a location with three golf courses within 1.6 km and Malaga airport about 21 km away as the crow flies. The trade-off is age: a 2002 building carries the maintenance profile of a mature community rather than the guarantees and energy performance of new construction. Within Riviera del Sol itself, the housing market is active, around 3,800 transactions per year in the wider area, supported by a permanent population served by 25 schools and two health centres, alongside moderate tourism infrastructure of 10 hotels. Compared with hillside locations in Mijas or Benahavís, the 45 m elevation and 1.1% gradient to the sea make this a flat, easily walkable setting. Compared with frontline beach areas, it trades sea proximity for golf proximity, terrace size and included parking. Buyers weighing this property against new-build alternatives should therefore compare not just headline prices but what sits behind them: finished outdoor space and established infrastructure versus delivery risk, community fees of an older complex versus new-build specification, and a central Mijas Costa position versus more peripheral towns at lower entry prices.
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