Apartment in Marbella, Malaga

The apartment is on the ground floor of the Marbella del Mar complex, a gated frontline beach development about ten minutes' walk from Marbella Old Town. It has one bedroom and one bathroom in 66 m² of built space, plus a 15 m² private covered terrace facing south, with views over the pool and gardens and lateral views of the sea.

The property is in good condition but would benefit from renovation, which gives a buyer the chance to update it to their own taste. It is sold fully furnished. It has a fully fitted kitchen, fitted wardrobes and marble flooring. Short-term holiday rentals are permitted, so it could work as a holiday home or as a rental investment.

The community has landscaped gardens, two swimming pools, a lift, an entry phone and 24-hour security. There is direct access to the promenade and the sandy beach. Parking is on the street.

Primary features:

• Frontline beach complex with direct promenade access
• South-facing private covered terrace of 15 m²
• Lateral sea views plus pool and garden views
• Two communal pools and landscaped gardens
• Gated complex with 24-hour security
• Holiday rentals permitted, renovation required

Marbella is one of the best-known resorts on the Costa del Sol and is popular with British buyers. Its Old Town has whitewashed streets, the orange trees of Plaza de los Naranjos, and many tapas bars and boutiques. The seafront promenade runs for miles along the coast. Golf courses, marinas, international schools and good shopping are all close by, and Málaga Airport is within easy reach. With around 320 days of sunshine a year, the town suits both year-round living and holidays.