A key-ready duplex penthouse in Riviera del Sol, Mijas Costa, offered at a fixed asking price of €292,000. The property has 90 m² of living space arranged over two levels, with one bedroom, one bathroom, and a private roof terrace with views over the Mediterranean. Built in 1990 and maintained in good condition, it forms part of a gated community with a communal swimming pool, paddle tennis court and residents' parking. The nearest beach, Playa del Castillo, lies 3.8 km away as the crow flies, while golf courses and the commercial centre of Riviera del Sol are within short range.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Riviera del Sol sits on the Mijas Costa stretch between Fuengirola and Marbella. The penthouse stands in a gated urbanisation with the beach and local centre a short walk away according to the seller. Marbella lies 16 km away as the crow flies, Fuengirola train station 3.7 km, and Málaga airport roughly 21 km in a straight line.
The layout suits a single occupant or couple: a living room, equipped kitchen and bathroom on the entrance level, and a bedroom upstairs with direct terrace access. South-easterly to south-westerly orientation provides sun exposure across the day. Air conditioning, double glazing, fitted wardrobes and marble flooring are present.
This is not a new-build development. The property was completed in 1990 and is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current state without a construction phase. The tourist licence is registered for holiday rental; its transfer and continued validity require verification by the buyer's lawyer before any commitment.
The property has one bedroom and one bathroom across 90 m², which limits its use for larger households. No private pool, private garden or garage is listed; facilities are communal and parking is arranged for residents. The building dates from 1990, so construction standards differ from current new-build regulations. Distances mentioned are straight-line figures.
Ref: VL940398
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits a recognisable set of situations. A couple or single buyer seeking a second home on the Costa del Sol with low maintenance obligations will find the two-level layout and communal facilities aligned with that use. Buyers who want an immediately usable home, rather than waiting for a new-build completion date, benefit from the key-ready status. Investors considering holiday letting can note the existing tourist licence registration, although its transfer and continuity must be confirmed by a lawyer before any commitment is made. The property is less suited to families needing multiple bedrooms, to buyers wanting a private pool or garden of their own, or to those prioritising contemporary new-build energy standards, since the construction dates from 1990. Golf players are well served: three courses, including Campo Los Lagos at 1.1 km and Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 1.6 km, lie within walking or short driving distance. Buyers who value walking access to daily amenities will find the described five-to-ten minute walk to shops, restaurants and the beach a practical factor, while those commuting regularly to Málaga can reach the airport in a moderate drive from the roughly 21 km straight-line distance. Owners without a car can use the local bus lines, though the dispersed nature of the Costa makes a vehicle the more common choice.
The penthouse was completed in 1990 and is described as being in excellent condition. The flooring is marble throughout, a finish typical of that construction period on the Costa del Sol and one that remains durable under regular use. Windows are double glazed, which improves thermal comfort and reduces noise compared with the single glazing found in older stock. Climate control consists of air conditioning, providing cooling in summer and, depending on the unit type, supplementary heating in the cooler months. Fitted wardrobes are present in the sleeping area, and the kitchen is fully equipped. The property is sold part-furnished, meaning some items transfer with the sale while others do not; buyers should establish the exact inventory during negotiation. As a duplex, the internal staircase connects the two levels, and the upper floor opens directly onto the private terrace. The images show a rooftop terrace with table and chairs and open views towards the sea, plus a balcony used for evening sitting. Community facilities include the swimming pool, the paddle tennis court and residents' parking. Buyers should note that a 1990 building will not match current technical building code requirements for insulation or energy performance unless it has been retrofitted; double glazing is confirmed, but a full technical survey remains the standard step for a purchase of this age.
The asking price is fixed at €292,000 for the complete property: a 90 m² duplex penthouse with one bedroom, one bathroom, a private terrace and sea views, sold part-furnished. This is an existing home, so there is no price list of unit variants and no staged payments towards construction. The price per square metre works out at roughly €3,244. Compared with new-build developments in the wider region, which typically start between €205,000 and €321,000 for comparable apartment stock, this property sits in the middle of that band while offering a completed, immediately usable home with a tourist rental registration, subject to legal verification.
Daily life in this duplex penthouse centres on two levels connected by an internal staircase. The entrance floor holds the living room, kitchen and bathroom, which concentrates practical living on one level; the bedroom and private terrace sit above, giving the sleeping area a degree of separation and elevated views over the sea and the Mijas coastline. The terrace is the main outdoor space, large enough for a table and chairs, and usable for most of the year given the regional climate. The gated community adds a communal pool, a paddle tennis court and residents' parking, which covers the outdoor and sporting needs that the apartment itself does not provide. Riviera del Sol functions as a year-round urbanisation rather than a purely seasonal resort. Supermarkets, restaurants and the beach are described by the seller as a five-to-ten minute walk, and the wider area records five restaurants and two pharmacies within 2 km, two health centres, and a full range of primary and secondary schools in the district. The rhythm of the area shifts with the seasons: summer brings tourist activity around the beach clubs and golf courses, while the winter months are considerably quieter. A car is convenient for reaching Marbella, Fuengirola and the airport, though local buses and four public transport lines with around 50 stops service the immediate area. For an owner using the property part of the year, the lock-up-and-leave character of an apartment in a gated community reduces maintenance concerns compared with a standalone villa.
The immediate environment combines residential calm with practical infrastructure. Within 2 km, the area registers five restaurants and two pharmacies, covering daily needs without driving. Healthcare is available through two health centres in the district. Educational provision is substantial for a coastal zone: 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools serve the wider municipality, which matters for part-year residents with children or grandchildren visiting. For sport, three facilities stand out: 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 measured in straight-line distance. Golf options are closer still, with Campo Los Lagos at 1.1 km and Cerrado del Aguila Golf and Campo Los Olivos both at 1.6 km. The tourism footprint, 10 hotels with 2,131 beds, indicates a seasonal peak in summer that thins out outside the holiday months. Housing transactions in the area run at approximately 3,800 per year, a volume that reflects an active resale market and reasonable liquidity for owners who may wish to sell later. The setting sits at 45 m above sea level with a gradient of 1.1% towards the beach, so the walk to the coast involves no significant hill.
The map shows the penthouse's position within Riviera del Sol, between Fuengirola and Marbella on the Mijas Costa. Markers indicate the nearest beaches at 3.8 km, three golf courses within 1.6 km, Fuengirola station at 3.7 km and Málaga airport roughly 21 km away, all measured as the crow flies.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Riviera del Sol occupies the central stretch of Mijas Costa, positioned between Fuengirola to the north-east and Marbella to the south-west. Marbella, with roughly 148,000 inhabitants, lies 16 km away in a straight line; Málaga city, at 579,000 inhabitants, is 35 km distant, giving access to a major metropolitan centre within an hour. Fuengirola, whose train station connects towards Málaga, is effectively the local service town. Within this framework, Riviera del Sol functions as a residential urbanisation with golf, beach and transport links, less dense than Fuengirola and more affordable than central Marbella.
The nearest beach, Playa del Castillo, lies 3.8 km away in a straight line, alongside Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral at the same distance. Road distances will be somewhat longer. Marbella is 16 km away as the crow flies and Málaga city 35 km, while Málaga-Costa del Sol airport is roughly 21 km in a direct line, making flight connections a moderate drive for a coastal location. Gibraltar airport is an alternative at approximately 75 km. Rail access runs through the Fuengirola Cercanías line: Fuengirola station is 3.7 km away in a straight line, with Carvajal at 7.2 km and Torremuelle at 10.0 km. Public transport in the immediate zone consists of four lines serving around 50 stops, which covers local movement between Riviera del Sol, Fuengirola and surrounding urbanisations. For marina-based leisure, Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola is 4.3 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km. Electric vehicle owners can use the Fuengirola Supercharger at 7.7 km. In practice, most residents keep a car for regional trips, while walking and local buses cover day-to-day errands.
| 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 shows an average monthly temperature range of 14°C to 26°C across the year, with an annual average of 18.6°C. This places Riviera del Sol in the mild Mediterranean pattern typical of the Costa del Sol: warm summers where air conditioning, present in this property, is standard, and winters that remain comfortable without heavy heating. The swimming season lasts five months, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, which roughly corresponds to late May through early October and shapes how owners use the communal pool and the beaches at 3.8 km. The urbanisation stands at 45 m elevation with a gradient of 1.1% towards the coast, so terrain plays no role in daily movement. Rainfall is concentrated in the cooler months, consistent with the regional pattern of dry, sunny summers. For a terrace-oriented home such as this duplex, the orientation data, ranging from south-east through south to south-west, means sun reaches the outdoor space across most of the day, with the south-west exposure in particular favouring evening light over the sea.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Beach access centres on three sandy stretches at 3.8 km straight-line distance: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. The seller describes the walk from the community to the beach and centre of Riviera del Sol as five to ten minutes; buyers should verify the exact walking route. The MAX Beach Club on the seafront is noted in the listing as a local landmark. Golf is the strongest recreational asset in the immediate area: 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, and the listing also mentions the Miraflores course, gyms, tennis and paddle facilities nearby. Paddle players can use Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 1.5 km or Raquetas de Mijas at 2.0 km. For broader leisure, La Cala de Mijas viewpoint at 3.9 km offers a coastal walk destination, while the marinas at Fuengirola (4.3 km) and Cabopino (9.1 km) provide berths, waterfront dining and boat excursions. The five-month swimming season defines the practical window for sea and pool use.
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 wider Costa del Sol market, this duplex penthouse occupies a middle position on price. Comparable new-build projects illustrate the range: Lantana Residencial in Mijas advertises from €205,000, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. At €292,000 for 90 m², this property is priced above the Mijas new-build entry level but below the Estepona project, while differing fundamentally in nature: it is a completed 1990 resale rather than an off-plan or newly finished development. That distinction works both ways. New-build stock delivers current insulation standards, modern communal design and developer payment structures, whereas this penthouse delivers immediate availability, an established community with mature facilities and a tourist licence registration that new developments typically have to apply for from scratch. Location is the second differentiator. Riviera del Sol sits in the central Mijas Costa corridor, 16 km from Marbella and roughly 21 km straight-line from Málaga airport, a connectivity profile comparable to or better than Torre del Mar in the east and Estepona in the west, both of which lie further from the airport. Local market activity supports liquidity: approximately 3,800 housing transactions per year are recorded in the area, and the tourism base of 10 hotels and 2,131 beds sustains seasonal rental demand, relevant for owners considering the holiday-letting route. Against Marbella itself, Riviera del Sol offers lower entry pricing and a quieter residential character, at the cost of proximity to Marbella's town centre and the prestige associated with that address. For buyers weighing a finished coastal home against off-plan alternatives, the comparison comes down to timing, licence position and price per square metre rather than a single decisive factor.
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