Almazara Views, Cerros de los Lagos: townhouses with bay views in Istán
Townhouses with 3 bedrooms, a 113 m² terrace, solarium and sea views as far as Gibraltar, in the hills above Marbella. Show home available, completion in November 2026.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Almazara Views
A quarter of an hour's drive from Marbella, the landscape changes completely. Where the coast is packed with buildings, the municipality of Istán begins a green, hilly zone with woodland and views of the reservoir. Almazara Views is located there, in Cerros de los Lagos, on the highest part of a new urbanisation. The development has 23 townhouses, all with unobstructed views towards the bay of Marbella and Gibraltar.
The home in our selection has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with 197 m² of built and 155 m² of usable area, for €590,000. What stands out is the outdoor space: a 113 m² terrace plus a solarium. So you live outdoors for much of the year, with the view as your backdrop. There is a show home, so you can see the layout and finishes in real life before you decide.
Each home has an underground parking space and a storage room. The complex is gated and has a communal pool. The homes are delivered fully equipped, with finishes from well-known brands. The wider urbanisation has wide roads with pavements, landscaped gardens, visitor parking and walking trails through the woods. Completion is scheduled for 4 November 2026 and the energy rating is B.
Amenities
- Sea views as far as Gibraltar
- 113 m² terrace
- Solarium
- Communal pool
- Gated complex
- Underground parking space
- Storage room
- Air conditioning
- Show home
- Woodland walking trails
Almazara Views in figures
At €2,995 per m², Almazara Views is 29% below the median for new builds in Istán (€4,215). That comparison, however, rests on only 2 other developments in the municipality, so take it with a pinch of salt. We do not have a reliable benchmark for resale homes in Istán, so we do not make that comparison. What is certain: for €590,000 you get 3 bedrooms and a 113 m² terrace 11 minutes from Puerto Banús. All in, you pay around €666,680: €59,000 VAT, €7,080 stamp duty, €3,500 notary and €7,100 lawyer. Completion follows in about 1 month, compared with a median of 6 months for the other developments in Istán.
| Price | € 590.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 59.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 7.080 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 3.500 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 7.100 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). Largest outdoor space: 113 m².
Planned completion November 2026. For half of the new developments in Istán, completion is within 6 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 2 new developments in Istán. Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
Istán is a white village of Moorish origin in the Sierra de las Nieves natural park, known for its springs and the river Verde. The village itself lies further inland; Cerros de los Lagos is closer to the coast, near the Sierra Blanca Country Club. The development sits at around 269 metres above sea level, surrounded by woodland and with views of the large Istán reservoir. The beaches of Marbella are around 15 kilometres away.
You live surrounded by nature here, but Marbella stays close by car. Puerto Banús is 11 minutes away, La Fontanilla beach 12 and Marbella's old town 17. Swans International School and Recoletas hospital in Marbella are each 15 minutes away. Málaga airport is 55 minutes away, Gibraltar airport 67. You will not be walking anywhere from here: the school, for example, is a 110-minute walk.
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 Almazara Views along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de la Fontanilla) | 9.0 km, 12 min | |
| International school (Swans) | 10.7 km, 15 min | |
| Hospital (Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella) | 11.3 km, 15 min | |
| Marbella old town | 11.8 km, 17 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 8.9 km, 11 min | |
| Málaga airport | 64.4 km, 55 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 75.2 km, 67 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 7:01 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. Almazara Views sits at around 269 metres above sea level.
According to the project description, all homes have unobstructed views to the south-east, across the bay of Marbella to Gibraltar, and over the Istán reservoir. Another source mentions a south-south-west orientation; we check the exact direction for each home.
Homes and finishes
The homes are delivered ready to move into, fully equipped and with materials from well-known brands. Air conditioning is included and the energy rating is B. The description does not name brands or systems, so we ask for the technical specifications. As there is a show home, you can judge the quality on site. We compare the show home with the list of finishes in the contract and check that all your stage payments are covered by a bank guarantee.
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 Almazara Views through Privé.
Available homes in Almazara Views
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouse | 3 | 2 | 197 m² | 113 m² | – | € 590.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Almazara Views
Strengths
- Unobstructed sea views across the bay of Marbella to Gibraltar.
- 113 m² terrace plus solarium: lots of outdoor space for your money.
- 29% below the median price per m² for new builds in Istán.
- Show home available and completion scheduled for November 2026.
- Puerto Banús an 11-minute drive away, with peace and nature all around.
- Boutique development of 23 homes on the highest part of the urbanisation.
Points to consider
- Without a car you cannot get anywhere; even the supermarket means a drive.
- Málaga airport 55 minutes away, further than for developments on the coast.
- Price comparison in Istán rests on only 2 other developments.
- At 269 metres above sea level, it can be slightly cooler in winter than by the sea.
- Sources contradict each other on orientation and price; ask for the current price list.
Who is Almazara Views right for?
Almazara Views suits buyers who value peace, nature and views more than having everything on foot, but still want Marbella and Puerto Banús within a quarter of an hour. Families with children at an international school in Marbella and keen walkers will feel at home here. It is less suitable for those who want to live without a car, fly in and out of Málaga often or put beach life first.
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Frequently asked questions about Almazara Views
Where exactly is Almazara Views?
The development is in Cerros de los Lagos, in the municipality of Istán, in the hills above Marbella and close to the Sierra Blanca Country Club. Puerto Banús is an 11-minute drive away.
Is there a show home at Almazara Views?
Yes, there is a show home. That way you see the layout, the terrace and the finishes in real life. We arrange a visit and compare the show home with the list of finishes in the contract.
How far is Málaga Airport?
By our measurement, Málaga airport is a 55-minute drive. Gibraltar airport is 67 minutes away. For short stays, factor in that extra travel time.
Are there new builds for sale near Marbella under €600,000?
Yes, but rarely with this much outdoor space. The home at Almazara Views with 3 bedrooms and a 113 m² terrace costs €590,000, in the municipality of Istán, 17 minutes from Marbella's old town.
Do I pay more if I buy Almazara Views 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 Almazara Views, 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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