Buy an apartment with sea views on the Costa del Sol? English-speaking estate agent Costa del Sol

It depends on your budget and lifestyle. Up to €250,000: look in Manilva, Torremolinos and Fuengirola, where you get frontline beach at entry-level prices. €250,000–€500,000: Benalmádena (Puerto Marina, Torremuelle), Mijas Costa (Calahonda, La Cala), Estepona centre. €500,000–€1M: Marbella East, Casares Costa, Estepona new builds. €1M+: Marbella Golden Mile, Puerto Banús, Finca Cortesín. Our agents match you based on budget, desired lifestyle and accessibility.

The eastern coast (Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas Costa) is closer to Málaga Airport, has better-developed infrastructure, is livelier and generally more affordable. The western coast (Marbella, Estepona, Casares, Manilva) is more exclusive and quieter, with more golf resorts and premium new builds, with Marbella itself as the luxury hub. Both sides offer full sea-view portfolios; the choice is mainly about atmosphere and price point.

Frontline beach (primera línea de playa) means the complex is located directly on the beach or the paseo marítimo, with no buildings in between. On the Costa del Sol the difference in value compared with second line can be as much as 25–50%, depending on floor, orientation (south/south-west is premium) and terrace size. Unobstructed sea views are a scarce asset that retains its value for decades.

For short-term holiday rental (Airbnb, Booking) in Andalusia you need a mandatory RTA licence (Registro de Turismo de Andalucía) and often approval from the Comunidad de Propietarios (owners' association). In 2026 more and more urbanisations are becoming stricter about holiday rentals, so WeSellHomes.es checks before purchase whether the specific property can be rented out.

For resale properties 7% ITP transfer tax; for new builds 10% VAT (IVA) plus 1.2% AJD stamp duty. Plus notary fees, land registry registration and legal support. Total: 10–12% (resale) or 12–13% (new build) on top of the purchase price. We prepare a transparent cost breakdown in advance for each property.

Crucial is the zoning status (PGOU) of the land between the complex and the sea. If that is building land, future construction could block the view. WeSellHomes.es routinely checks the urban plan, any future building projects in the immediate area and the height restrictions, before you sign.

In 2026, holiday rental of a good sea-view apartment on the Costa del Sol typically delivers a gross yield of 4.5–7.5% per year. Marbella and Puerto Banús score in the top segment thanks to premium rental rates; Torremolinos and Fuengirola in the highest-volume segment thanks to year-round occupancy. For long-term rental to expats: 3.5–5%. We prepare a realistic calculation for each property.

Yes. As a non-resident, a Spanish bank usually finances up to 60–70% of the purchase price for coastal apartments. For modern coastal apartments and new-build projects, conditions are straightforward. WeSellHomes.es arranges a free mortgage check with English-speaking mortgage advisers with extensive experience in the Costa del Sol market.

For 2027 a further price increase of 4–8% is expected for sea-view property along the entire Costa del Sol. Estepona and Marbella East are among the fastest-growing segments thanks to strong new-build pipelines and international demand. The western coast benefits from buyers spilling over from Marbella itself.

WeSellHomes.es is a GIPE-registered English-speaking estate agent with 20+ years' local experience across the entire Costa del Sol: we have direct lines in all 8 coastal municipalities, access to both the regular and the off-market range, and an English-speaking team that guides you through the entire buying process. As a buyer, you pay us nothing. Get in touch via our contact page.

The average asking price is €783,006, with listings from €250,000 to €7,950,000 and an average of €6,172 per m² built. Based on the 1,515 apartments with sea views WeSellHomes.es has for sale on the Costa del Sol. Data as of 14 September 2026.

WeSellHomes.es is currently tracking 1,515 apartments with sea views for sale on the Costa del Sol, of which 16 are new builds. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The average built area is 125 m², with an average of 2.5 bedrooms. Data as of 14 September 2026.

Measured per m² built, Manilva is the most affordable at €3,849 per m², followed by Casares (€4,338). The most expensive is Marbella at €7,493 per m². Data as of 14 September 2026.

2 bedrooms is the most common size: 722 of the 1,515 apartments with sea views on the Costa del Sol have 2 bedrooms. The average asking price is €583,227, with listings from €250,000. Data as of 14 September 2026.

It is not compulsory, but there are 1,515 apartments with sea views for sale on the Costa del Sol, with asking prices from €250,000 to €7,950,000. The difference lies mainly in location, year of construction and condition, and you cannot see that from a listing. WeSellHomes.es acts as your buying agent: we know the neighbourhoods, attend viewings with you, check the paperwork and guide you through to the handover of the keys at the notary. Data as of 14 September 2026.