Vivre Costa del Sol · Content prepared on 23 October 2026
For a main home
Assess daily services, travel, accessibility, life outside peak season and community expenses. If moving requires residence permission, consider it separately: ownership does not establish a right to live in Spain.
For a second home
Compare access, security during absences, maintenance, fixed expenses and key management. Define intended use before prioritising a terrace, pool or beachfront location.
Compare neighbourhoods carefully
In Fuengirola, distinguish the centre, Los Boliches and hillside areas. In Benalmádena, examine access and gradients. In Mijas, separate Pueblo, Las Lagunas and La Cala. In Marbella, choose the neighbourhood before comparing prices. Visits and property documents remain essential.
These general pointers do not replace a review of your circumstances by the relevant authorities and qualified professionals.
Keep preparing your purchase
- Buying an apartment on the Costa del Sol: the steps ↗
- NIE in Spain: preparing your application ↗
- Opening a bank account in Spain: our support ↗
- Transferring your funds: support for your purchase ↗
Fuengirola · Benalmádena · Mijas · Marbella ·