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Higueron penthouses with private pool options

Fuengirola — Higueron, Costa del Sol

Few leftUnder constructionSea views
Price from €720,000€1,625,000
2–3
Bedrooms
88–125 m²
Built area
Q4 2027
Completion
A / A
Energy rating
3
Available properties
Three active Higueron homes, 2-3 bedrooms, 88-125 m², sea views, A energy rating and Q4 2027 completion.
  • Three active homes make unit selection more important than broad availability
  • 2-3 bedrooms and 88-125 m² create a compact premium-Higueron brief
  • Sea views, solarium, BBQ and private pool options raise the lifestyle test
  • Beach is listed 2.2 km away, so hillside access should be driven and timed
  • A-rated energy data and gated access support the technical review
  • Q4 2027 completion is nearer than the Q4 2028 Fuengirola siblings

Available properties

3 properties available

Estimated total investment
€802,800€1,811,875
Includes estimated 11.5% purchase costs (VAT, AJD, notary, registry, legal fees).

Property essentials

Amenities

BBQ
Gated community
Heating
Lift
Solarium
Storage room
Pool
Communal pool
Private pool
Sea views

Location scores

25

Walk Score

Car dependent

87

Climate comfort

Very comfortable

70

Flight connectivity

Good

Price vs. area average

This development
€10,682/m²
Area average
€7,799/m²
Actual sold price 2025-Q3
€3,857/m²
37.0% above area average.
+19.6% YoY (actual sold)

Gloval Barómetro Andalucía · 2025-Q3

Location

Beach & waterfront

Nearest beach
Playa de los Boliches
2.2km · 7 min

Nearby services

Hospital
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
4.2km
Golf
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
4.4km
Pharmacy
Farmacia El Higuerón
1.1km
Doctor
Consultorio Benalmádena
2.7km
Bank
UniCaja
2.8km
Park
Parque de la Reina
2.0km
Restaurant
4
2 km

Airports & connections

Málaga (AGP)
13.5 km
Granada (GRX)
99.4 km
Map — Higueron penthouses with private pool options
Fuengirola, Costa del Sol · Málaga · 29640

Climate & environment

Climate

19.3°C
Avg. temperature
606 mm
Annual rainfall

Average monthly temperatures (°C)

12.6°J
13.1°F
15°M
17.1°A
20.5°M
24.8°J
27.7°J
27.7°A
24.3°S
20.5°O
15.6°N
13.3°D

AEMET · COÍN (18 km) · normals 1991-2020 (12 years)

Sea and swimming season

15.824.7°C
Annual sea temperature
Jun–Oct
Swimming season (5 months)
52%
Calm sea days (summer)

Monthly sea temperature (°C)

15.6°J
15.1°F
15.6°M
17.2°A
18.6°M
21.1°J
23.1°J
24.7°A
23.4°S
20.6°O
18.3°N
16.7°D

Open-Meteo · averages 2023-2026 (3 years)

Air quality

7.2
PM2.5 annual average · µg/m³
Above WHO ideal, within EU limit
PM2.5
7.2
PM10
13.2
O₃
74.7
NO₂
5.5

Average: 2025-05-02 to 2026-05-01 · Open-Meteo CAMS reanalysis · open-meteo-cams

Solar potential

1,614.19
Annual production
kWh/kWp/year
2,144.85
Global irradiation
kWh/m²
~8,071
Typical 5 kWp residential
kWh/year
~€1,453
Estimated electricity savings
/year

Source: European Commission PVGIS-SARAH3 (2005-2023)

Investment & lifestyle

Property tax (IBI)

  • IBI rate0.620% / annual
  • From €720,000 estimated~€2,455/yr
  • Garbage tax155/yr

Source: Ayuntamiento de Fuengirola, Ordenanza Fiscal 2025 (2025)

Rental yield estimate

Short-term let (Airbnb-style)

3.62%

Gross yield

~€26,098/yr · €110/night × 65% occ.

Long-term rental

2.33%

Gross yield

1,400/month× 12

Indicative figures, gross of expenses (community fees, IBI, management, taxes typically reduce by 30–40%). Always consult a licensed financial advisor before investing.

Source: market estimates from idealista, Airbnb data and INE hotel occupancy

About Fuengirola

Population: 66,000

Tren directo a aeropuerto y Málaga. Gran comunidad internacional. Playas 7km.

More about Fuengirola

Specifications

Primary typePenthouse
Bedrooms2–3
Built area88–125 m²
Usable area75–100 m²
Terrace24–196 m²
Year built2025
Estimated deliveryQ4 2027
Energy ratingA / A
Available properties3
TownFuengirola
DistrictHigueron
ProvinceMálaga
Postal code29640

Energy performance

A
B
C
D
E
F
G

A / A

Top energy class: very low consumption.

About Higueron penthouses with private pool options

This Higueron development starts from scarcity and specification. Only three active homes are shown, split between two penthouses and one apartment, with 2-3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 88-125 m². The live price block sits in a premium range for the surface area, and the input shows the development price per square metre above the local area reference. That makes the question sharper: the chosen unit has to justify its position through views, outdoor space, privacy, finish and handover certainty.

The location is a hillside Fuengirola choice rather than a promenade choice. Playa de los Boliches is listed 2.2 km away, Málaga airport is about 28 minutes by car and the walk score is 25. The nearest bus stop is 357 m away, Farmacia El Higuerón is 1,132 m away and Golf Benalmadena Pitch & Putt is 4,393 m away. Those anchors point to a car-led routine with quick airport access, planned beach trips and a quieter service map than Playa de Torreblanca.

Specification is the main reason to inspect carefully. Sea views, solarium, BBQ, lift, heating, storage, gated community, communal pool and private-pool options can make a compact home feel more complete, especially for owners who value outdoor living. The limit is that 88-125 m² is not large in this price tier. Terrace usability, storage allocation, orientation, acoustic comfort, lift position and pool responsibility may decide whether the home feels premium in use or only premium on paper.

Q4 2027 gives this page a different rhythm from the Q4 2028 siblings in Fuengirola. Buyers with a shorter horizon need faster legal review, payment planning, furniture decisions and snagging preparation. The A energy rating for consumption and emissions is a positive technical marker, but it should be read with the full specification, community budget and private-pool obligations before reservation.

The active-unit count reinforces that discipline. With only three homes listed, the buyer may have little room to trade between view, floor level and pool arrangement, so reservation pressure should be balanced with a written comparison of available alternatives.

The local service map also affects ownership. A supermarket is recorded just over 1 km away and the pharmacy is 1,132 m away, so the property needs planned errands rather than a doorstep-services expectation.

Layout & design

The layout review should be stricter because the surface range is compact for the price tier. In an 88-125 m² apartment or penthouse, every metre has to work: bedroom size, bathroom access, storage, circulation, terrace depth and kitchen-living proportions. A penthouse may be compelling if the terrace, solarium and sea view genuinely extend daily living; if those areas are exposed, awkward or costly to maintain, the interior may feel tight for longer stays.

The outdoor specification needs a separate cost line. Solarium, BBQ and private-pool options can be valuable for owner enjoyment and guest appeal, but they bring cleaning, maintenance, safety, community and weathering questions. Communal pool access may reduce private responsibility, while a private pool increases control and complexity. Buyers should ask which homes include which features, how they are maintained and whether any optional items affect warranties or community rules.

Because only three active homes are listed, comparison should be precise. A buyer should place each available unit beside nearby Higueron or Torreblanca apartments with similar delivery and budget, then compare view quality, surface, terrace, pool arrangement, energy rating, parking and service access. The nearby lower-priced apartment references in Fuengirola are not direct substitutes unless the buyer is willing to trade Higueron position and premium specification for a simpler, more walkable product.

The 357 m bus-stop note is helpful, but it does not remove the need for car planning. Test the route with shopping, beach bags and evening returns, because hillside convenience often changes after the first viewing.

Who is this for?

This development suits buyers who want a compact but highly specified Higueron base with sea views, airport convenience and outdoor features that feel private. It is a better fit for owners who value terrace life, controlled access and a resort-like hillside rhythm than for buyers who measure value mainly by interior square metres. The weak point is everyday convenience: the walk score is low, no supermarket or pharmacy is listed within 1 km, and the beach distance should be treated as a drive rather than a casual stroll. For rental thinking, the premium price per square metre raises the hurdle. A seasonal strategy would need strong evidence on licence route, community permission, management, cleaning, furnishing wear, private-pool maintenance and realistic occupancy; otherwise the property should stand on personal-use value. Buyers wanting lower running complexity or more walkable services should compare Playa de Torreblanca and central Fuengirola alternatives before committing. It also suits buyers comfortable with a smaller active selection. With only three homes available, the best decision process is to compare the exact remaining units rather than wait for a broad choice that may not exist at handover.

Written by Novado Editorial Team, New-build property research. Reviewed by Novado Content Review: Reviewed against published development data, local POI data and Novado content rules. Last verified: 2026-05-09.

Frequently asked questions

Why is this Higueron penthouse development priced above local context?
The input shows the development above the local area reference on price per square metre, so the selected unit has to justify the premium through sea views, terrace or solarium quality, private-pool options, finish, energy rating and exact position. It should not be compared only on bedroom count.
Is 88-125 m² enough for a premium Fuengirola home?
It can be enough for buyers who prioritise terrace life, views and lower interior maintenance over large enclosed space. It may feel tight for frequent guests, long stays or bulky equipment. The floor plan should be checked for storage, bedroom proportions, bathroom access, terrace depth and whether outdoor areas are usable in different seasons.
Does the 2.2 km beach distance matter in Higueron?
Yes, because the development reads as hillside Higueron rather than beachside Fuengirola. The beach is listed 2.2 km away, the walk score is 25 and services are more spread out than Playa de Torreblanca. Buyers should drive the beach route, test parking and decide whether planned beach trips fit their routine.
What is the advantage of Q4 2027 completion?
Q4 2027 is nearer than the Q4 2028 Fuengirola siblings in this batch, so it may suit buyers who want a shorter wait. The trade-off is that legal review, funds proof, mortgage timing, furniture planning and snagging preparation need to move sooner. Ask for current construction and specification documentation before reserving.
Are private pool options worth it on a compact penthouse?
A private pool can make the outdoor space feel more complete and may improve guest appeal, but it also adds maintenance, safety, cleaning and warranty questions. On a compact home, the pool should not crowd out usable terrace space. Compare private-pool and communal-pool routines before choosing the unit.
Could this Higueron property work as a holiday rental?
The rental case faces a premium hurdle. Sea views, airport access and private outdoor features help, but the purchase level means management, cleaning, furnishing wear, private-pool care, licence route, community rules and empty weeks need conservative modelling. The home should make sense for owner use before any rental plan is added.
What should UK buyers check in the purchase budget?
Beyond the live price, allow for Spanish purchase taxes, notary and registry costs, solicitor fees, mortgage or banking costs where relevant, furniture, utilities setup, community fees and insurance. For this development, add special attention to private-pool maintenance, storage, terrace furniture and management while the property is empty.
Who is this Higueron development not ideal for?
It is not ideal for buyers who want maximum interior space, immediate beach walking or a service-rich doorstep. It is better suited to buyers who accept car-led routines and are willing to pay for Higueron position, sea views, controlled access and outdoor specification.