Albatros XV, Nueva Andalucía: completed apartments in Marbella
A building lived in since September 2024, with rooftop pool and gym, between San Pedro and Puerto Banús. Two apartments still available: €481,000 and €513,000.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Albatros XV
Albatros XV is the older of the two Albatros buildings in the western part of Nueva Andalucía, and it is very different from buying off-plan: this building has been lived in for over two years. It was completed in September 2024. So you are buying into an established community, where you can see how the building is maintained and who lives there. Two apartments remain in our listings.
The first is on the fifth floor: two bedrooms, 80 m² and a 5 m² balcony, for €481,000. The second is on the first floor with three bedrooms, 103 m² and a 13 m² terrace, for €513,000. That is a remarkably small step up for an extra bedroom and over 20 m² more. According to an agency website, a parking space (€30,000) and storage room (from €15,000) are sold separately, plus VAT. So factor that in if you have a car.
On top of the building is the pool with a chill-out area and views of the coast. There is a gym, greenery between the blocks and an entrance hall with seating. Every home has a terrace and a separate laundry room. The architecture matches the newer sister building, Albatros XIV, which offers more choice but was completed later. Sources differ widely on the total number of homes in XV: 22 or 109.
Amenities
- Rooftop pool
- Chill-out area
- Gym
- Greenery between the buildings
- Lift
- Laundry room in every home
- Video intercom
- Fibre optics in every home
Albatros XV in figures
The median of €5,497 per m² is 21% below new builds in Marbella (€6,948) and 8% below resale homes (€5,967). Within the building, your choice makes a big difference: the three-bedroom apartment costs €4,981 per m², the smaller one on the fifth floor €6,012. An extra bedroom costs only €32,000 here. Outdoor space is the weak point: terraces of 9% of the interior area, the lowest score of all developments in Marbella. With VAT (€48,100), stamp duty (€5,772), notary (€2,900) and lawyer (€5,800), the €481,000 apartment comes to €543,572. A parking space comes on top of that.
| Price | € 481.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 48.100 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 5.772 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 2.900 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 5.800 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €481,000 |
| 3 bedrooms | from €513,000 |
Terras, solarium en tuin samen, uitgedrukt in procent van de woonoppervlakte (mediaan). Grootste buitenruimte: 13 m².
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 36 new developments in Marbella and the average asking price of resale homes according to Idealista (September 2026). Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
The neighbourhood around Albatros XV has only recently been completed: residential blocks, schools, sports grounds and parks within walking distance, on the western edge of Nueva Andalucía towards San Pedro. It sits at around 31 metres above sea level, with the Sierra Blanca behind it. This is an ordinary, lively residential area, and you notice it in the neighbours: lots of permanent residents, little holiday letting. If you want to live in Marbella all year round, you will appreciate that.
Magna Marbella Golf (23 minutes) and Mercadona (26 minutes) are easily reached on foot. San Pedro town centre is 35 minutes on foot or 6 minutes by car. Puerto Banús and the Playas del Duque beach are an 8-minute drive, Marbella's old town 17 minutes.
We will send you the exact location and the address of the sales office when you request Privé access or book a viewing.
Distances, measured by us
Measured from Albatros XV along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playas del Duque) | 2.8 km, 38 min | 3.4 km, 8 min |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 1.9 km, 26 min | 3.9 km, 7 min |
| Golf course (Magna Marbella Golf) | 1.7 km, 23 min | 2.4 km, 5 min |
| International school (Laude school) | 2.8 km, 38 min | 2.7 km, 6 min |
| Hospital (HC Marbella International Hospital) | 2.3 km, 30 min | 2.8 km, 6 min |
| Puerto Banús | 3.2 km, 43 min | 4.1 km, 8 min |
| Marbella old town | 10.8 km, 17 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 2.6 km, 35 min | 3.0 km, 6 min |
| Benahavís village | 12.5 km, 17 min | |
| Málaga airport | 63.9 km, 53 min |
Calculated with OpenStreetMap routes without traffic, on 20 October 2026. Walking times over an hour are omitted.
Sun, light and views
Here the sun rises at 7:02 on 21 June and sets at 21:41, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Albatros XV sits at around 31 metres above sea level.
Sea views are not confirmed for the two available apartments. The rooftop pool looks out over the coast; on the fifth floor we check on site what you see from the apartment itself.
Homes and finishes
The specifications are solid rather than luxurious. Heating and cooling come from a ducted heat pump system, hot water from aerothermal energy. You get laminate flooring, tiled bathrooms, white PVC double-glazed windows, roller shutters in the bedrooms, an armoured front door and built-in wardrobes. Fibre optics and a network socket in every room are handy if you work from home. The energy rating is B. After two years of occupancy, we look for signs of damp, the condition of the rooftop pool and the minutes of the owners' meetings.
Payment schedule
As with most new builds on the Costa del Sol, you pay in instalments: a reservation deposit, a portion on signing the purchase contract and during construction, and the balance at the deed signing. Every payment before completion must be covered by a bank guarantee. We will send you the exact payment schedule for Albatros XV through Privé.
Available homes in Albatros XV
A selection, as of 20 October 2026. More homes are available than shown below; request the full price list.
| Type | Beds | Baths | Living area | Terrace | Garden | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 2 | 2 | 80 m² | 5 m² | – | € 481.000 |
| Apartment | 3 | 2 | 103 m² | 13 m² | – | € 513.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Albatros XV
Strengths
- Lived in since September 2024: you can see how the building works.
- Three bedrooms and 103 m² for €513,000, only €32,000 more than two.
- 21% below the median price per m² for new builds in Marbella.
- Rooftop pool and gym, fibre and network in every room.
- Lively residential area with schools and shops, Puerto Banús 8 minutes away.
Points to consider
- Smallest terraces of all new builds in Marbella: 5 and 13 m².
- According to an agent, parking (€30,000) and storage (from €15,000) are paid separately.
- Only two homes still available: little choice.
- Laminate and standard bathroom fittings: functional, not a luxury finish.
- Sources give differing sizes and prices; have the figures confirmed for each home.
Who is Albatros XV right for?
Albatros XV suits buyers who want an affordable apartment in Marbella quickly and without construction risk, ideally as a permanent home or long-term rental. The three-bedroom apartment is interesting for a family on a tight budget. If you expect a large terrace, sea views or a luxury finish, or would rather choose from many homes, the newer Albatros XIV or another development is a better fit.
Why buy through Imagine Marbella?
With us you pay exactly the same price as buying direct from the developer. Our fee is paid by the seller, not by you. What you get on top is what makes the difference.
- Independent. We are not tied to any development. We compare the entire market and tell you honestly when a project is not right for you.
- Stronger at the negotiating table. Whenever there is room to negotiate, on price, payment schedule, finishes or a parking space, we know the market, the sales figures and the developers. We defend your interests; the seller defends theirs.
- Free extra services. We check licences, bank guarantees and specifications, provide legal support in your own language and plan viewings around your travel dates.
- Beyond the handover. We follow the construction, the handover and the after-sales with you, so you are never on your own.
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Frequently asked questions about Albatros XV
Are parking and storage included at Albatros XV?
According to an agency website, they are not: a parking space costs €30,000 and a storage room from €15,000, each plus VAT. We have this confirmed for each home so you can estimate your total budget accurately.
How does Albatros XV differ from Albatros XIV?
XV was completed in September 2024 and has two apartments left, at €5,497 per m². XIV was completed in December 2025, is cheaper per m² and offers more choice, up to four bedrooms and a penthouse.
How soon can I get the keys?
Quickly, because the building is finished. One agent describes a payment of 10% on reservation and the balance at the notary within 30 days. Beforehand you do need to arrange an NIE number and a Spanish bank account.
What does the cheapest apartment cost, all in?
With VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer, the €481,000 apartment comes to around €543,572. Adding a parking space and storage room raises the total by roughly €45,000 plus VAT.
Do I pay more if I buy Albatros XV through Imagine Marbella?
No. You pay the same price as buying directly from the seller. Through us you also get independent advice, legal guidance and aftercare.
What costs come on top of the price of a new-build home?
In Andalusia, a new build carries 10% VAT (IVA) and 1.2% stamp duty (AJD), plus notary, land registry and lawyer's fees. For the most affordable home in Albatros XV, that adds up to around 13.0%.
About the author
Geert Eeckeleers, Managing Director of Imagine Marbella. Since 2018 he has guided buyers on the Costa del Sol, in English, French, Dutch and Spanish.
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