Beachside property for sale in Costalita
Property for sale in Costalita means living by the sea, on the quiet El Saladillo beaches of the New Golden Mile. Beachside complexes, beach clubs and a coastal path on your doorstep, with Estepona and Puerto Banús within a quarter of an hour.
Source: idealista, average asking price per m² for Estepona as a whole, September 2026. Drive time without traffic.
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Who is it for?
Is Costalita right for you?
Ideal if you
- want to walk to the beach in flip-flops every day
- love walking, running or cycling along the seafront path
- are looking for a holiday home that also appeals to tenants
- prefer quiet beaches to the bustle of Marbella
Less suitable if you
- expect fine golden sand: the beach is dark and sometimes pebbly
- want a large villa with garden and golf views (look at El Paraíso instead)
- want shops and schools on foot: for those you cross the A-7 to Cancelada or Bel Air
Living in Costalita
Costalita sits on the sea side of the A-7 in eastern Estepona, between Villacana to the west and El Saladillo to the east. It is one of the few areas on the New Golden Mile where you genuinely live on the beach, with only the coastal path between the complexes and the sea. Buyers here choose sun, sea and simplicity: a swim in the morning, lunch at a chiringuito in the afternoon and a sunset stroll in the evening.
Residents are a mix of permanent homeowners, often retired northern Europeans, and owners who come for part of the year and let their home the rest of the time.
The beach and the coastal path
Playa de El Saladillo stretches for more than three kilometres and is about 35 metres wide. The sand is dark, the water often clear, and it is a popular spot for snorkelling, diving and fishing. Beach clubs and classic chiringuitos line the shore. The Senda Litoral walking and cycling path runs right through the area towards Estepona. The five-star METT Hotel & Beach Resort is here too, with restaurants and a spa that residents like to use.
What homes you can buy
Supply consists of apartments and penthouses in complexes with communal gardens and pools, such as Costalita del Mar and Villas de Costalita, plus three and four bedroom townhouses and the occasional detached villa. Many complexes date from the late 1990s and 2000s, joined by newer projects. Idealista does not publish a separate figure for Costalita. For Estepona as a whole, the average asking price was €5,021 per m² in September 2026, and frontline apartments with open sea views sit clearly above that.
Practicalities and points to watch
For groceries, schools and sport you cross the A-7 to Cancelada or Bel Air, a few minutes by car. Stops on the Estepona to Marbella bus line are reached via a footbridge, and Puerto Banús is about a quarter of an hour away. In older complexes, check the condition of facades, roofs and pools and ask about planned works and community fees. By the sea, salty air takes its toll on metal and joinery. And if you want holiday lets, Andalusia requires a licence.
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Frequently asked questions about Costalita
Do you really live on the beach in Costalita?
Yes. Costalita is on the sea side of the A-7 and many complexes border the coastal path and El Saladillo beach.
How much is a beach apartment in Costalita?
There is no separate idealista figure for Costalita. The average for Estepona as a whole was €5,021 per m² in September 2026; frontline homes are higher. We are happy to give you a current estimate.
Is the beach in Costalita suitable for children?
It is a quiet beach with beach clubs and facilities. The sand is dark and coarse, so water shoes are handy for little feet.
Is Costalita a good area for rental?
Beach apartments are popular with holidaymakers, but you need an Andalusian tourist licence and the community rules must allow it. Long-term letting is a steady alternative.
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