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Benalmádena is one of the few places on the planet where you can wake up to the sound of waves, have lunch in a 300-year-old white village, and watch the sunset from your terrace overlooking the Mediterranean – all within a 15-minute drive.

This is not marketing talk. This is daily life for thousands of happy owners here.

Marina, Beach & Puerto Marina Life

Puerto Marina is not just a marina – it’s the beating heart of Benalmádena Costa. Voted “Best Marina in the World” twice, it’s lined with restaurants, bars, and some of the most desirable apartments on the coast. Walk out of your front door, and you’re 30 seconds from a yacht, a cocktail, or a late-night flamenco show. Families love it because the beaches are Blue Flag, calm, and literally on your doorstep.

Benalmádena Pueblo – The Authentic White Village

Just 10 minutes uphill, the Pueblo feels like stepping back in time. Narrow cobbled streets, flower-filled balconies, and views that make you gasp out loud. Locals still greet each other by name in Plaza de España while drinking café con leche for €1.50. This is real Spain – and it’s still only 15 minutes from Málaga Airport.

High Rental Demand & Proven Returns

In 2024, Benalmádena achieved an average gross rental yield of 7.1–7.8% (source: our own portfolio data + Kyero & Idealista analytics).
Tourists book 12 months in advance for summer weeks, and digital nomads and retirees are now taking long-term rentals at €1,200–€2,500/month for 2-3 bedroom apartments. That’s why so many of our clients now own two properties here – one to live in, one to rent.

Theme Parks, Cable Car & Family Heaven

Tivoli World, Sea Life, Selwo Marina, the butterfly park, and the famous cable car to the top of Mount Calamorro – no other town on the Costa del Sol offers this much for families in one place. International schools such as Benalmádena International College and The British College are both rated “Outstanding”.

International Community That Actually Feels Like Home

You’ll hear more English, Scandinavian, Dutch and German than Spanish in some areas – yet everyone integrates beautifully. There are over 40 nationalities living here permanently. The Facebook group “Expats in Benalmádena” has 28,000 active members who organize everything from padel tournaments to charity dog walks.

Arroyo de la Miel – The Beating Heart in the Middle

The town centre connects everything. Train station (Cercanías line to Málaga & Fuengirola), hospitals, supermarkets, parks, and some of the best value properties you’ll find anywhere on the coast. A modern 3-bed apartment here starts from €280,000 – half the price of Marbella for the same quality.

Schools & Hospitals Within 5-10 Minutes

  • Hospital Xanit Internacional (private)
  • Hospital Quirón (Marbella) – 20 mins
  • Benalmádena International College
  • British College of Benalmádena
  • Sunny View School (Torremolinos)

Direct Train to Málaga Airport in 24 Minutes

No transfers. No stress. Just €2.70 and you’re at the departures gate.

New Developments Selling Fast (2026)

  • Sunset Bay Village – last 8 penthouses released this week
  • Marina Golden Views – beachfront phase 2
  • La Hacienda del Pueblo – only 12 townhouses in the old village style

Rental Yields Around 7%+ Are Still Very Real

Our clients who bought in 2021–2023 are seeing 8-11% gross yields right now because demand has outstripped supply dramatically.

Price Range Summary (October 2026)

  • Modern 2-bed apartment (Costa or Arroyo): €295,000 – €550,000
  • 3-bed frontline beach apartment: €650,000 – €1,200,000
  • Pueblo townhouse with views: €375,000 – €680,000
  • Luxury detached villa with pool: €895,000 – €2,800,000

See Properties Available Right Now

Browse every property for sale in Benalmádena updated daily – from €180,000 studios to €5 million frontline villas. Use our map search or contact us directly on WhatsApp (+34 682 42 8888) and we’ll send you off-market opportunities that never reach the portals.

Your Questions, Answered

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Property Purchase Procedure

The normal timeframe for a property purchase here on the Costa del Sol is approximately 60 days. In some cases we have agilized the sale in 30 days and in exceptional cases could even extended a further 30-60 days. We must take into account that once a deposit is placed the lawyers have a maximum of 21 days to draft and sign the Private Purchase Contract. At that moment a 10% of the total purchase minus deposit placed will be requested. The final notary day of completion will be stated on the PPC Contract.

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Timeframe

The costs in a property purchase will vary from a new build to a resale with each having its own corresponding taxes. A new build will have a 10% tax to add ontop of the property price. Plus an additional 1.2% Stamp Duty tax is applied in these cases. If the property is a Resale there is a 7% tax . In both cases we need to add the following costs: 1% lawyer fee. Notary and registration of title deeds 1.5%

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Costs

Should you require finance assistance for your acquisition we strongly suggest before viewing any property to allow GR8 to assist you as we work hand in hand with various bank directors and brokers who will within 24 hours of your application confirm your pre-approval and provide you a detailed summary of your finance request.

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Finance

Owning a property here on the Costa del Sol is a great asset as we are one of the top 5 holiday destinations of the world plus opened all year long to tourist therefore owning a property here will ensure you an excellent ROI. There are a few points to take into account if you wish to rent your property.

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Renting a property: the process

A. You must ensure that the community your property belongs to allows short term rental. B.You must have a rental license corresponding to that direct property. GR8 Real Estate is more than happy to assist you in this procedure, the approx cost to obtain this license is €250 plus IVA and takes no more than 48 hours to obtain

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Buying as a company

Buying a property through a company is completely legal in Spain but it is important to identify if it is worthy. from the taxation point of view, and efficient for the Investment purposes. The main advantage is to separate personal assets from business assets, which provides an additional layer of legal protection. In these cases, you can also find the reduction of the transfer text that applies to the deal fulfilling some requirement, but bear in mind that setting up and managing a company in Spain mean involved some costs and taxes that you should have into consideration before deciding to proceed in this sense. Just a simplify, it is important to study the different possibilities taking into consideration your personal situation, something that we will be glad to do it so the investment plan in tax efficient for your interests.

The GR8 Real Estate team consists of highly experienced and skilled professionals, carefully selected for their deep knowledge of the Marbella luxury market. We focus on every detail, supporting you through each step, from consultation to closing the deal. By choosing the GR8 team, you're partnering with dedicated experts who leverage their expertise and experience to deliver the best possible results.

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