Gated community Villas for Sale in New Golden Mile

Most villas here sit within gated communities or on private plots close to the beach, many with gardens large enough for pools, outdoor kitchens and off-street parking. The majority were built between the late 1990s and mid-2010s, though recent years have seen older properties renovated or replaced with contemporary designs. Layouts tend to favour four or five bedrooms, open-plan living areas that connect to terraces, and ground-floor master suites. Basements are common and often converted into guest accommodation, gyms or home offices. The New Golden Mile suits buyers who want more outdoor space and autonomy than an apartment offers but prefer not to be isolated. Schools, supermarkets and healthcare including Hospital Hospiten are all within a short drive. The beachfront promenade runs the length of the strip, and several beach clubs operate year-round. Golf is central to the character of the area, with multiple courses within ten minutes. San Pedro's old town is five minutes west, Puerto Banús ten minutes east. Villa owners here are responsible for their own maintenance, garden upkeep and pool servicing, unlike apartment buyers who share those costs through community fees. Many properties come with established subtropical planting, automated irrigation and perimeter security. Utilities, insurance and the annual property tax known as IBI are higher than for apartments due to plot size and built area. Some villas belong to small private urbanisations with shared gates, tennis courts or security patrols, which means a monthly community charge on top of individual running costs. Buyers typically include northern European families relocating full-time, semi-retirees splitting the year between Spain and home, and golfers prioritising course access. The market here leans towards resale rather than off-plan, and most villas are owned freehold with no ground rent. The stretch between Guadalmansa beach and the Padrón river remains quieter and more affordable than the section closest to Banús, where older villas on larger plots command premiums due to scarcity and location.