Gated community Properties for Sale in Costabella

The character here is quieter and more residential than central Marbella. Much of Costabella is made up of low-rise apartment communities and townhouse developments built from the 1980s onwards, arranged in small clusters with shared gardens and pools. A few freestanding villas also appear on plots closer to the main road. The beachfront feels open, with wide sand and relatively little commercial development. You will find a handful of beach clubs and chiringuitos spaced along the shore, but most dining and services are a short drive away in Elviria or Marbella centre. The layout is simple. The N340 forms the spine, with access roads leading down to individual complexes. There is little through traffic within the residential lanes, which keeps noise down. Most properties face south or southwest, taking advantage of the sea views and afternoon light. Older apartment blocks tend to be two or three storeys, and many have been updated over the years. Some of the more recent townhouse schemes include underground parking and larger communal areas. Costabella suits buyers who want easy beach access without the density or noise of the Golden Mile. Families appreciate the space and the calm water for children. Retirees and second-home owners value the simplicity and low maintenance of apartment living paired with direct access to the coast. The area does not offer the same variety of restaurants or shops you find further west, so you will need a car for day-to-day errands. Golf courses including Greenlife Golf Marbella are within a few minutes' drive inland, and Marbella's hospital and marina are both under fifteen minutes away.