New development · Costa del Sol · Estepona

Marine Hills - Stage 2

€464,000 to €1,080,000

1 to 3 beds · 65 to 146 m² built · Est. completion Q1 2028

Ref HT5232205Updated daily · Last sync 26 August 2026

About this property

Overview

Marine Hills Stage 2 in Estepona gives you apartments from one to three bedrooms, with built areas running from 65 to 146 square metres. The terraces span 24 to 198 square metres, so the smaller flats have modest outdoor space while the larger ones open onto gardens that work for families. All units face south or south west, which keeps the terraces usable through the winter months. The interiors are straightforward: open-plan living areas, underfloor heating in the three-bedroom homes, and enough room in the kitchens for proper cooking rather than token appliances.

The development sits on the coast side of the AP-7 motorway, which puts the beach 23 minutes away on foot or nine minutes by car. Estepona town centre is 13 minutes' drive, and Hospital Hospiten de Estepona is five minutes if you need it. Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena is nine minutes away for anyone who plays. The communal facilities include a gym, spa, heated infinity pool, paddle tennis courts and coworking space, all behind a gated entrance with security. The hillside position means sea views from most apartments, but you will use the car for shopping, school runs and anything beyond a walk to the beach.

This suits buyers who want a managed community with facilities on site and who are comfortable driving for daily errands. Families will find the layout practical, with schools nearby and enough outdoor space for children in the larger units. The one-bedroom apartments work for singles or couples who want a coastal base without maintaining a house. The motorway noise is something to check on a site visit, particularly if you spend time on the terrace.

Features

What this home includes

  • Pool
  • Private garden
  • Parking
  • Sea view
  • Beachside
  • South facing

Property details

Specifications

Reference
HT5232205
Property type
Apartment
Bedrooms
1 to 3
Bathrooms
1 to 3
Built area
65 m² to 146 m²
Terrace
24 m² to 198 m²
Plot size
673 m²
Price range
€464,000 to €1,080,000
Est. completion
Q1 2028
Pool
Yes
Garden
Yes
Garage
Yes
Beach side
Yes
Sea view
Yes
South facing
Yes
City
Estepona
Coast
Costa del Sol

What's Nearby

Nearest beach
23 minwalk
Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena
9 mindrive
Puerto Estepona
13 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
14 mindrive
Colegio Público Cancelada
10 mindrive
ALDI
6 mindrive
Aldi
6 mindrive
Mercadona
9 mindrive
Lidl
9 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
5 mindrive
Pharmacy
17 minwalk
Mustang
13 mindrive
Estepona
13 mindrive
160 restaurants & bars
within 10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
68 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
51 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.

Location

Estepona

Location shown is the development site. This development is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.

Marine Hills Stage 2 sits on the sea side of the AP-7, putting you between the motorway and the Mediterranean coast. The nearest beach is a 23 minute walk or 9 minute drive away. Hospital Hospiten de Estepona is just 5 minutes away by car, and Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena is 9 minutes' drive if you play golf. Gibraltar Airport takes 51 minutes to reach by car. Estepona town centre is 13 minutes away for restaurants and local amenities. This location works well for families who want easy access to both beach life and golf, with practical healthcare nearby.

18 questions answered

Marine Hills - Stage 2: Frequently Asked Questions

The nearest beach is 1.8 kilometres away, which takes 23 minutes on foot or nine minutes by car. The development sits on the inland side of the AP-7 motorway, so while you are close to the coast you will cross a busy road to reach the sand.

Most apartments have sea views because the development is built on a hillside. You also get mountain, country and panoramic views depending on the unit, and some overlook the communal pool. All homes face south or south west, so the terraces get sun through most of the day.

Each apartment has its own private terrace, ranging from 24 square metres in the smaller flats to 198 square metres in the larger ones. The biggest units open onto private gardens, which means you maintain the planting and cleaning yourself rather than relying on the communal groundskeeper.

The International School of Estepona is 4.8 kilometres away, about 14 minutes by car. Hospital Hospiten de Estepona is 1.1 kilometres and takes five minutes to reach. The nearest supermarket is six minutes' drive, so daily errands need a car rather than a walk.

Gibraltar Airport is 42 kilometres away and takes 51 minutes by car. That makes the development practical for lock-up-and-leave use if you fly in from the UK, though you will want to hire a car or arrange a transfer because public transport on this stretch of coast is limited.

Buying off-plan in Estepona means reserving a property before or during construction. You pay a reservation deposit (typically €6,000 to €12,000), then sign a private purchase contract within 30 days and pay a further 10 to 20% of the purchase price. Staged payments follow the construction milestones. The final 60 to 70% is paid at notary completion when the keys are handed over.

Under Spanish law (Law 57/1968 and its 2015 successor), all off-plan deposits must be covered by a bank guarantee or insurance policy. Your lawyer must verify this before you pay any money. If the developer fails to deliver, you can claim 100% of your deposit plus 6% annual interest. Never transfer funds without a confirmed guarantee in your name.

Spanish law mandates three tiers: a 10-year structural guarantee (Seguro Decenal) for serious structural defects, a 3-year guarantee for habitability issues (waterproofing, insulation, installations), and a 1-year guarantee on finishes and fixtures. These run from the date the licence of first occupation (licencia de primera ocupación) is issued.

New-build purchases are subject to 10% IVA (VAT) on the purchase price, plus 1.2% AJD (stamp duty) in Andalucía. Parking spaces or storage sold separately may attract 21% IVA. Add notary, land registry and legal fees (1 to 2%), budget 12 to 15% on top of the purchase price in total acquisition costs.

Most developers allow personalisation during the early construction phase, choices of floor tiles, kitchen units, bathroom fixtures, paint colours and sometimes layout tweaks. The window for changes is typically 3 to 6 months after signing the contract. Structural changes are rarely possible once work has started. Your sales representative will provide a customisation deadline and specification sheet.

Typical build time in coastal Spain is 18 to 30 months from licence grant to completion. Delays of 3 to 6 months are common due to weather, supply-chain or permit issues. Your contract should specify a longstop completion date and the compensation you are owed for any overrun. Always check whether the building licence has already been granted before reserving.

Key due-diligence points: (1) confirm the building licence is granted, not just applied for; (2) verify all deposits are bank-guaranteed in your name; (3) check the developer's track record and financial standing; (4) review the specification sheet and what is included in the price; (5) confirm the estimated completion date and longstop clause; (6) have an independent Spanish lawyer review the contract before you sign anything.

Yes, both are required before the final notary signing. You can reserve with a passport, but your Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) is needed for the private purchase contract and your Spanish bank account for the staged transfers. Your lawyer can obtain your NIE with a power of attorney in 2 to 4 weeks. Open the bank account on your first trip to Spain or remotely via certain Spanish banks.

Yes. Spanish banks lend to non-residents at typical LTVs of 60 to 70% of the lower of purchase price or valuation (vs 80% for residents). Rates are competitive with the rest of the eurozone. You will need 6 months of bank statements, tax returns and proof of income, pre-approval takes 2 to 4 weeks.

Recommended for serious buyers. A mortgage in principle confirms your budget, signals credibility to sellers and shortens completion. We can introduce you to specialist non-resident mortgage brokers familiar with the local market.

Resale property in Andalucía: ITP (transfer tax) at 7%. New-build: 10% IVA + 1.2% AJD (stamp duty). Plus notary, land registry and legal fees of roughly 1 to 2%. Budget 10 to 13% on top of the asking price for total acquisition costs.

Annual IBI (council tax) is typically 0.4 to 1.1% of cadastral value. Community fees on apartments and gated villas range €100 to €600/month depending on amenities. Non-resident owners pay an annual income tax based on cadastral value, plus utilities and home insurance.

In Spain the seller pays the agent commission (typically 3 to 6% + VAT), already baked into the asking price. Buyers do not pay agent fees on resale or new-build.

Market context

How it sits in the market

Live €/m² comparisons from current inventory of similar apartments in the same city.

This Apartment

€7,138 / m²

€7,138 × 65 m² = €464,000 asking · entry unit

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