843 townhouses for sale in Costa del SolMedian €3,640/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 28 Oct 2026
Townhouses for sale in Costa del Sol bring together private home ownership and the security of a gated community, suiting families, remote workers, and part-year residents who want more space and independence than an apartment but less maintenance than a detached villa.
Townhouses across the Costa del Sol tend to cluster in complexes built from the 1980s onward, particularly around Marbella, Estepona, and the inland hillside zones above Fuengirola and Benalmádena. The typical unit runs across two or three storeys with a front courtyard or small garden, open-plan living on the ground floor, bedrooms above, and often a roof terrace with mountain or partial sea views. Most sit within gated communities that supply pools, gardens, and perimeter security, funded through monthly community fees. Layout and build quality vary sharply depending on the decade and developer, so asking for a copy of the community statutes and a recent survey report before purchase is always worthwhile. The lifestyle that comes with a Costa del Sol townhouse appeals to buyers who want breathing room without being responsible for a large garden or pool. Your children can play safely inside the complex and you have somewhere to park two cars, yet you are still within a short drive of international schools, supermarkets, and the beach. Many communities also include a gymnasium, paddle court, or children's play area, so the monthly fee covers amenities you might otherwise pay separately. That said, decision-making is shared. Major repairs, repainting, and changes to communal areas require a vote, and aesthetic changes to your facade or roof usually need approval from the president. Choosing a townhouse in this part of Andalucia means balancing accessibility with budget. Beachside communities command higher fees and resale values, while those a few kilometres inland or higher up the hillside often offer better square-meterage and quieter surroundings. Corner units with extra windows and side access tend to move faster than mid-terrace homes, though the premium can be substantial. Buyers looking at older complexes should read the minutes from the last three annual general meetings to understand upcoming works and fee increases. A well-managed community with a healthy reserve fund makes ownership simpler and protects your investment when you eventually sell. If you spend part of the year elsewhere or travel frequently for work, a townhouse inside a managed community simplifies security and maintenance. You can lock the door, notify the administrator, and leave for weeks or months knowing the gardens stay watered and the perimeter gates stay monitored. That convenience is harder to replicate in a standalone villa and explains why townhouses for sale in Costa del Sol remain popular with northern European second-home buyers and retirees splitting their time between Spain and their home country.
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Process, costs and taxes, answered by our local team.
Families with young children and remote workers are the largest groups. They want more square footage and private outdoor space than a flat offers but prefer not to manage pool servicing, garden irrigation, and perimeter security themselves. Part-year residents also lean toward townhouses because the community handles upkeep while they are away.
The golden mile and Nueva Andalucía near Marbella hold the highest concentration, followed by the hills above Estepona and the valleys behind Mijas and Fuengirola. Inland areas such as Alhaurín el Grande and Coín also feature newer low-rise complexes aimed at buyers who prioritise space and lower fees over beachfront access.
Fees typically cover perimeter security, pool and garden maintenance, building insurance for shared structures, water for communal areas, and contributions to a reserve fund for major works. Some communities also include rubbish collection and street lighting. You remain responsible for your own household utility bills, contents insurance, and the interior of your unit.
Internal changes such as knocking down a non-load-bearing wall or refitting a kitchen rarely require community consent. Anything visible from the outside, such as adding a pergola, changing window frames, or enclosing a terrace, will need written approval from the president or administrator. Always check your community statutes before starting work.
Only if you choose a community within walking distance of a town centre or reliable bus route. Most townhouse developments sit on hillsides or residential pockets that require a car for supermarket runs, school drop-offs, and trips to the beach. The exceptions are a handful of older complexes in central Fuengirola, Torremolinos, and parts of Estepona.
Corner units enjoy natural light from three sides instead of two, often include a small side garden or extra patio, and offer more privacy because you share only one party wall. Buyers willing to pay the premium usually prioritise outdoor dining space and quieter bedrooms, making corner plots easier to sell when the time comes.
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.
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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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.
