Core Higuerón, El Higuerón: new build with sea views on the hillside in Fuengirola
Apartments, garden apartments and penthouses with 2 or 3 bedrooms, all with sea views at 164 metres above sea level. Most homes in our data will be completed in September 2028.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Core Higueron
At 164 metres above sea level, in the hills behind Fuengirola, you look out over the whole bay. That view is the reason Core Higuerón exists. The project has 78 homes spread over two buildings, and every home in our data has sea views. You choose between an apartment, a ground-floor garden apartment or a penthouse, with 2 or 3 bedrooms and always 2 bathrooms. Prices in our list range from €699,900 to €1,299,900.
The difference between the homes lies mainly outdoors. The cheapest garden apartment has 116 m² built and a 67 m² terrace. On the first floor there is a 3-bedroom home of 146 m² for €869,900, with a 52 m² terrace and a 64 m² plot of its own. The most outdoor living comes with the 3-bedroom garden apartment: 141 m² inside and no less than 285 m² of terrace, for €1,149,900. The fourth-floor penthouse has 127 m² and a 32 m² terrace, less than you would expect from the name.
The complex is gated, with code access and CCTV. According to the description, there will be two infinity pools with sea views, a gym with spa, padel courts and a putting green, surrounded by gardens with Mediterranean planting. Each home gets an underground parking space and a storage room, and a lift takes you up. The energy rating is B. There is no show home, so you buy on the basis of plans and images.
Amenities
- Sea views from every home
- Two infinity pools
- Gym and spa
- Padel courts
- Putting green
- Gated complex with CCTV
- Underground parking space
- Storage room per home
- Lift
- Underfloor heating
Core Higueron in figures
Core Higuerón is not cheap. The median is €7,094 per m², 23% above the new build median in Fuengirola (€5,779, 27 projects) and 59% above resale homes in Fuengirola (€4,452 per m², idealista, September 2026). Of the 27 projects in the town, 19 are cheaper per m². What you get in return is outdoor space: the terrace averages 47% of the living area, more than at 74% of projects in Fuengirola. Buy the cheapest home at €699,900 and you pay around €790,989 all in: €69,990 VAT, €8,399 stamp duty, €4,200 notary and €8,500 lawyer. On the price ladder, a third bedroom costs an extra €170,000.
| Price | € 699.900 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 69.990 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 8.399 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 4.200 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 8.500 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €699,900 |
| 3 bedrooms | from €869,900 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 74% of new developments in Fuengirola. Largest outdoor space: 285 m².
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current listings of 27 new developments in Fuengirola and the average asking price of resale homes in Fuengirola according to Idealista, September 2026. Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
El Higuerón lies on the ridge between Fuengirola and Benalmádena, above the motorway and away from the bustle of the seafront promenade. It is a residential area with villas, newer apartment buildings and lots of greenery. Thanks to the altitude you have open sea views here, but you reach the coast itself by car. Fuengirola centre is a 12-minute drive and Benalmádena marina 17. If you fancy the city, you are in Málaga centre in 27 minutes. In winter you get 9.7 hours of daylight here in December, and 14.7 hours in June.
In daily life you will mainly notice that you need the car. Carrefour is a 4-minute drive; on foot it takes 24 minutes. Torreblanca beach is 7 minutes by car or a 34-minute walk, and the way back is uphill. Vithas Xanit International hospital is 10 minutes away. Málaga airport is 24 minutes away and Puerto Banús 33.
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 Core Higueron along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de Torreblanca) | 2.6 km, 34 min | 2.9 km, 7 min |
| Supermarket (Carrefour) | 1.8 km, 24 min | 2.2 km, 4 min |
| Hospital (Hospital Vithas Xanit International) | 6.7 km, 10 min | |
| Fuengirola town centre | 10.3 km, 12 min | |
| Benalmádena marina | 11.8 km, 17 min | |
| Málaga city centre | 28.4 km, 27 min | |
| Marbella old town | 35.8 km, 29 min | |
| Málaga airport | 21.8 km, 24 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 108.2 km, 85 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 7:00 on 21 June and sets at 21:40, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Core Higueron sits at around 164 metres above sea level.
Every home in our data has sea views, and the project sits at 164 metres above sea level. Another source mentions a south-west orientation; we check that for each home, as well as whether the second building restricts the view from the lower floors.
Homes and finishes
According to the building specification, there will be underfloor heating throughout and an aerothermal system for hot water and climate control, with Airzone zone control. The kitchens come fully fitted with top-brand appliances, and the floors get large-format tiles from a selection you can choose from yourself. Other sources also mention double glazing and built-in wardrobes. For each home we request the technical specification and the bank guarantee, and check that the finishes list is actually included in the purchase contract.
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 Core Higueron through Privé.
Available homes in Core Higueron
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground floor apartment | 2 | 2 | 116 m² | 67 m² | – | € 699.900 |
| Apartment | 3 | 2 | 146 m² | 52 m² | – | € 869.900 |
| Ground floor apartment | 3 | 2 | 141 m² | 285 m² | – | € 1.149.900 |
| Penthouse | 3 | 2 | 127 m² | 32 m² | – | € 1.299.900 |
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Our honest verdict on Core Higueron
Strengths
- Sea views from every home in our data, at 164 metres above the bay.
- Plenty of outdoor space: terraces average 47% of the living area, up to 285 m² for one home.
- A wide range of facilities, with two infinity pools, spa, padel and a putting green.
- Underfloor heating and aerothermal energy with zone control, B energy rating.
- Málaga airport a 24-minute drive away, handy for short stays.
Points to consider
- At €7,094 per m² you are 23% above the new build median for Fuengirola.
- Beach is a 34-minute walk and uphill on the way back: you cannot do without a car.
- Completion dates range from October 2026 to September 2028; ask for the current schedule per home.
- The penthouse has only 32 m² of terrace for €1,299,900, so compare it with the garden apartments.
- No show home, so you buy off plan and on the basis of images.
Who is Core Higueron right for?
Core Higuerón suits buyers who value a sea view more than a beach within walking distance, and who love living on a large terrace. Frequent flyers also benefit from the airport being 24 minutes away. It is less suitable for those who want to live without a car, who weigh the price per m² heavily or who want a lively promenade on their doorstep.
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 Core Higueron
Is Fuengirola a good place to spend the winter?
Fuengirola is popular with northern Europeans for the winter. At Core Higuerón you get 9.7 hours of daylight in December. Bear in mind that you live on the hillside here, so for a stroll along the promenade you drive into the centre, 12 minutes away.
How far is Málaga airport from Core Higuerón?
By our measurement, the drive to Málaga airport takes 24 minutes. Promotional material sometimes quotes shorter times; we prefer to work with the measured driving time.
Do all homes at Core Higuerón have sea views?
In our data, every home has sea views. How wide that view is varies by floor and by building. During a site visit we check whether planned construction could restrict the view from your home.
What does a home at Core Higuerón cost all in?
For the cheapest home at €699,900 you pay around €790,989 with VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer. That is about 13% on top of the purchase price. Also factor in the annual community fees.
Do I pay more if I buy Core Higueron 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 Core Higueron, 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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