La Carihuela is a traditional fishing quarter on the western edge of Torremolinos, where a two-kilometre beachfront promenade separates low-rise apartment buildings from one of the Costa del Sol's widest sandy beaches.
La Carihuela sits directly on the Mediterranean between central Torremolinos and Benalmádena Costa, with the beach as its main axis. The neighbourhood retains its origins as a fishermen's village, visible in the narrow streets one block inland and the rows of seafood restaurants that line the promenade. The setting is flat and walkable, with the sand stretching uninterrupted towards Playamar to the east and Los Álamos to the west. Málaga airport lies eight kilometres northeast, and the towns of Benalmádena and Fuengirola are both within a ten-minute drive. Properties for sale in La Carihuela are almost entirely apartments, ranging from older beachside blocks built in the nineteen seventies and eighties to more recent low-rise developments set one or two streets back from the sand. Frontline apartments often feature large terraces with direct sea views, while those a few rows inland tend to be smaller and more affordable. Ground-floor units with private patios exist but are less common than mid-floor or penthouse layouts. Most buildings are three to five storeys, and underground parking is standard in newer constructions. Villas and townhouses are rare, as the district developed as a compact residential area with little space for detached homes. The lifestyle centres on beach access and outdoor dining. The promenade is lined with chiringuitos and family-run restaurants serving grilled sardines and fresh fish, and the atmosphere remains more local than the tourist-focused streets further inland. Supermarkets, bakeries, and everyday services are easy to reach on foot, and the pace is quieter than central Torremolinos. The area suits buyers who want beachfront living without high-rise density, retirees seeking a manageable year-round base, and families who value proximity to the sea and a relaxed, neighbourhood feel. La Carihuela property for sale appeals to those who prefer a settled community with established infrastructure over newer resort-style developments.
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