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Living in Marbella

Marbella – glamour, old town charm and the Golden Mile

The Golden Mile, old town charm and beach clubs.

1,277 homes for saleApartments from €175,00062 new developments
About the area

Why people love Marbella

Marbella is the best-known name on the Costa del Sol. Behind the glamour lies a real Andalusian town: a whitewashed old town with Plaza de los Naranjos, a long beachfront promenade, and life in the streets all year. To the west runs the Golden Mile with its exclusive villas and hotels, to the east quieter residential areas with wide sandy beaches.

The range of homes is wide – from apartments in the centre to large villas in the hills below La Concha mountain. Prices are higher than in the rest of the coast, but Marbella has proven to hold its value well, and demand from international buyers is strong.

Who is it for?

  • Year-round living – a real town with schools, hospitals and culture
  • Lifestyle buyers – beach clubs, restaurants and shopping
  • Families – many international schools in the area
  • Long-term investment – a strong brand that holds its value

Facts

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Málaga airportapprox. 40–45 min by car
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Beachesmore than 20 km of coastline
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GolfRío Real, Santa Clara, Cabopino and many more
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Schoolsseveral international schools nearby
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Inhabitantsabout 150,000 in the municipality
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SightsOld town, Plaza de los Naranjos, Dalí sculptures on Avenida del Mar
Neighbourhoods

Where in Marbella?

Old town & centre

Narrow white streets, the beach a few minutes away and everything within walking distance.

The Golden Mile & Nagüeles

Marbella’s most exclusive address between the centre and Puerto Banús.

Río Real & Los Monteros

Just east of the centre – golf, beach and green residential streets.

Elviria, Las Chapas & Cabopino

Wide beaches, pine trees and a small marina – calmer and more family-friendly.

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Our local tip

Start with a coffee on Plaza de los Naranjos, get lost in the old town, and walk down Avenida del Mar to the promenade. Then drive 15 minutes east to Elviria – the contrast shows how much Marbella has to offer.

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