Costa del Sol area guide
The Costa del Sol runs for 150 km from Málaga to Manilva: beaches, marinas, golf and an international airport less than an hour from almost everywhere.
Living in Costa del Sol
Life here happens outdoors: beach promenades, marinas, dozens of golf courses and restaurants open late all year. There are international schools, public and private hospitals, and English is widely spoken. The AP-7 motorway and the A-7 coast road link the towns, and a train runs from Málaga Airport to Fuengirola.
The homes
Apartments and penthouses near the sea, townhouses in gated communities, and villas in the hills and golf valleys. Many of the new developments are around Estepona and Mijas.
What you can buy in Costa del Sol
Homes for sale in Costa del Sol
Apartment with 4 bedrooms in Marbella
Studio with 1 bedroom in Estepona
Apartment with 2 bedrooms in Estepona
Who it suits
- Families who want international schools
- Golfers and sailors
- Buyers who want to be close to the airport
Good to know
- Prices rise the closer you get to Marbella and the sea.
- Most urbanisations charge community fees for pools, gardens and security. Ask what they cover and whether a special levy (derrama) is planned.
- July and August are busy; the rest of the year is calmer and still warm.
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