7,986 properties for sale in Costa del SolAvg €4,693/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 16 Oct 2026
The Costa del Sol stretches along Andalusia's Mediterranean coast from Nerja in the east to Estepona in the west, taking in Málaga city and a string of towns and resorts known for reliable sunshine, golf courses, and international connections.
The coast divides into distinct areas. The eastern stretch from Nerja through Torre del Mar is quieter, with Spanish townhouses and coastal apartments. Málaga city sits at the centre, offering urban living with museums, beaches, and the region's busiest airport. West of Málaga, towns like Torremolinos and Fuengirola attract families and retirees with sandy beaches and high-rise seafront developments. Marbella and Puerto Banús bring contemporary villas, beachfront penthouses, and a luxury retail scene. Further west, Estepona and Manilva remain more relaxed, blending traditional Spanish character with new-build coastal estates. Property choice runs wide. Beachfront apartments line much of the coast, from compact studios to three-bedroom layouts with sea views. Golf valley developments around Nueva Andalucía and Benahavís offer detached villas and townhouses with shared pools and manicured gardens. Traditional Spanish cortijos and fincas sit inland, particularly around Coin and the Guadalhorce valley. New-build projects continue to appear, especially in Estepona and Mijas, often with underground parking, communal gyms, and efficient layouts. The lifestyle centres on outdoor living. Most homes have terraces or garden space, and the mild winters mean year-round use. Expat communities are well established, with English widely spoken in coastal towns and services tailored to international residents. Málaga airport connects directly to dozens of European cities, and the coastal motorway links the region efficiently. Marbella and Málaga provide international schools, private hospitals, and professional services. The Costa del Sol suits buyers after sunshine, convenience, and a broad choice of property styles. Retirees value the climate and established expat networks. Families gravitate to beachside towns with schools and summer amenities. Investors find rental demand year-round, particularly for holiday lets near golf courses and beaches. The coast has been an international property market for decades, so legal processes, English-speaking agents, and finance options are mature and accessible.
6 questions answered
Process, costs and taxes, answered by our local team.
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers. EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely. You will need a Spanish NIE before signing the title deed, plus a Spanish bank account for the transfer. The full purchase typically completes 6 to 10 weeks from signing the reservation contract.
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is your Spanish tax ID and is mandatory for buying property, opening a bank account or paying taxes. You can apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or in person in Spain. Your lawyer can also obtain it on your behalf with a power of attorney, typically 2 to 4 weeks.
Strongly recommended. An independent lawyer (abogado), separate from the agent and seller, verifies title, checks for debts and planning issues, drafts contracts and represents you at the notary. Typical fee is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT, with a minimum around €1,500.
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.
Yes. Spanish banks typically lend up to 60 to 70% of the appraised value to non-residents, subject to age and income checks. Budget 2 to 4 weeks for approval and factor bank arrangement fees into your costs.
From accepted offer to keys: 6 to 10 weeks for a resale, 30 to 45 days from reservation if no mortgage is needed. New-build off-plan completes when the development is delivered, often 18 to 36 months after reservation, with staged payments along the way.
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Market data
Live market data across Costa del Sol.
Price per square metre varies widely along the coast. Marbella and Benahavís sit at the top, helped by new-build supply and a deep international buyer base. Mijas and Fuengirola anchor the value end.
Within each town the spread matters as much as the average. Beachfront and golf frontage carry a premium, and the quieter residential areas inland are usually the most affordable way into the same municipality. New-build supply is concentrated in Estepona and Mijas.
Every figure here is calculated from the live listings on Hometailor and updates as stock changes. See the full Costa del Sol market data hub for charts and methodology.
