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Many investors end up in Manilva after looking at Marbella prices and doing the maths. Situated between Estepona and Sotogrande, close to the La Duquesa marina and the border with Cádiz, Manilva has a population of around 17,000 and is renowned for its affordability, sea views, vineyards and low-density living. From Benalmádena, it’s about an…

Casares is one of those places where you find yourself quietly asking, “Why is this still affordable?” Situated between Estepona and Manilva, slightly inland from the coast, Casares has a population of around 7,157 and is renowned for its white mountain village, open landscapes, golf resorts and low-density developments. From Benalmádena, Casares is about an…

Benahavís is one of those places where, once you have been there, every other place suddenly looks average in comparison. Situated just above Marbella, between Estepona and Nueva Andalucía, this small town of around 8,000 people is renowned for its panoramic sea views, luxury developments, golf resorts and fine dining establishments. Although it is about…

Sotogrande is a world apart from most of the Costa del Sol. Think wide open spaces, world-class golf courses, polo grounds and a marina lifestyle, rather than crowded beaches and high-rise buildings. Located in the province of Cádiz, next to La Línea, Gibraltar and Estepona, Sotogrande has a small but affluent population and is renowned…

Torremolinos is one of the most iconic cities on the Costa del Sol, famous since the ’70s and ’80s and now reborn as a vibrant international hotspot. Located between Málaga city and Benalmádena and just 10 minutes from Málaga Airport, this city of around 70,000 people is known for its beaches, nightlife and LGBTQ+ friendly…

Benalmádena is one of the most complete areas on the Costa del Sol, offering a beach, marina, parks, residential zones and a strong international community all in one place. Located between Torremolinos and Fuengirola and just 15 minutes from Málaga Airport, this town of around 70,000 people is known for Puerto Marina and Parque de…

Fuengirola is one of the most practical and dynamic cities on the Costa del Sol. It is flat and easy to walk around, well connected, and always bustling with life. Located between Benalmádena and Mijas, just 20 minutes from Málaga Airport and home to around 80,000 people, it’s renowned for its long beachfront promenade, train…

Mijas is one of the most versatile areas on the Costa del Sol, offering coastline, mountains and traditional Andalusian charm within a single municipality. It comprises La Cala de Mijas (a popular coastal destination), Mijas Costa (a modern residential area with beachfront properties) and Mijas Pueblo (an iconic white mountain village). Situated between Fuengirola and…

Marbella is the crown jewel of the Costa del Sol, offering a lifestyle of luxury and global appeal. Located between Estepona and Mijas with a population of around 150,000, it is famous for Puerto Banús, its high-end beach clubs and golf resorts, and its year-round international appeal. From Benalmádena, Marbella is a roughly 35–40 minute…

Estepona is located on the western Costa del Sol, between Marbella and Casares, with a population of around 75,000. It’s often called the “New Marbella”—but honestly, it’s doing its own thing now. Known for its renovated old town, long beachfront promenade, and huge investment in infrastructure, Estepona has become one of the cleanest and most…

The Costa del Sol has one of the most dynamic real estate markets in Europe. 🌴 Over 300 days of sunshine a year ✈️ Málaga Airport: • 25 million+ passengers per year 🌍 Up to 40% of buyers are foreign in some areas 📈 Strong price growth across most cities From luxury villas in Marbella…