Costabella

Coastal enclave 6 km east of Marbella centre, between Los Monteros and El Rosario.

Flat pine-lined streets link the A-7 service road with Playa de Costabella and the wooden coastal promenade.

Mix of 1960s bungalows and modernised villas gives a casual holiday-home feel.

International ownership ±40 % (Nordic, German, British); fibre 600 Mbps and upgraded water mains completed 2023.

Majority single-storey houses on 400–600 m² plots, many undergoing full contemporary rebuilds.

Scattered low-rise apartment blocks on Avenida de Navarra offer 1–3 bed units with communal pools.

Planning cap of four floors preserves skyline; no room for large new developments, keeping supply limited.

Turnkey refurbished villas and beachside plots attract strongest demand.

Three-minute walk to beach from most streets.

Low-rise housing ensures light and sea breezes.

Santa Clara Golf and Marbella Golf & Country Club <5 min by car.

Stable fibre-optic and 4G coverage.

Active residents association with annual beach cleanup and summer fair.

A-7 traffic noise affects homes nearest the service road.

Limited grocery options on foot; car necessary for large shopping trips.

Beach parking scarce in peak summer.

Small plots restrict expansive gardens or basements.

Families seeking walkable beach life and bilingual schools close by.

Retirees wanting single-level homes, mild climate and low upkeep.

Investors aiming to refurbish older cottages into modern villas.

Buyers demanding panoramic mountain views.

Nightlife lovers needing clubs and late bars within walking distance.

Shoppers wanting gated resort amenities with concierge or on-site gym.