North Residences, El Higuerón: furnished homes with hotel service in Fuengirola
Two-bedroom penthouses and four-bedroom townhouses, fully furnished, with sea views and a private pool. Completed and key-ready, with access through the hotel.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About North Residences
This is not a typical new build but living with the services of a hotel. North Residences connects directly to the lobby of the hotel in El Higuerón. Owners get a reception desk and security staffed around the clock, an annual membership to the hotel facilities such as the spa, gym, tennis and padel, and a discount in the restaurants. The homes were completed in April 2025, fully furnished right down to the kitchen utensils, and there is a show home.
Our data lists two homes. The penthouse has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 115 m², with a 241 m² terrace, a solarium with private pool, a barbecue and a lounge area. Price: €2,530,000. The townhouse is in another league: 400 m², 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 95 m² terrace and a private pool, for €3,960,000. According to the developer, the townhouses also have a private spa with jacuzzi and sauna, a wine cellar, a cinema room, a fireplace and a garage for several cars.
If you will not use the home all year, you can hand the rental management over to the hotel. The developer promises a guaranteed return of 5% for the first three years, with 12 weeks of personal use a year. That sounds attractive, but read the terms carefully: what amount is the 5% calculated on, who pays the costs and what happens after three years? The project is BREEAM certified and every home has an A energy rating.
Amenities
- Access through the hotel lobby
- Reception and security around the clock
- Annual membership for spa, gym, tennis and padel
- Private pool with the penthouse and townhouse
- Fully furnished and equipped
- Wine cellar
- 2 parking spaces and storage room
- Alarm system and safe
- Optional rental management through the hotel
North Residences in figures
Here you pay for service, not square metres. The median of €15,950 per m² is among the highest in our comparison for Fuengirola: 176% above the town's new build median (€5,779, 27 projects) and 258% above resale homes in Fuengirola (€4,452 per m², idealista, September 2026). There is a big gap between the two homes. The penthouse costs €22,000 per m², mainly because of its 241 m² terrace. The townhouse works out at €9,900 per m², because you get a lot of indoor space. For the penthouse you pay €253,000 VAT, €30,360 stamp duty, €15,200 notary and €30,600 lawyer, around €2,859,160 in total. As the homes come furnished, you do save on the cost of fitting them out.
| Price | € 2.530.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 253.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 30.360 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 15.200 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 30.600 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €2,530,000 |
| 4 bedrooms | from €3,960,000 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 96% of new developments in Fuengirola. Largest outdoor space: 241 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 is a hilly urbanisation between Fuengirola and Benalmádena, with hotels, sports clubs and new residential projects in green surroundings. North Residences sits at around 129 metres above sea level, facing south with views over the sea. As the project borders the hotel, restaurants, spa and sport are quite literally on your doorstep. According to the developer, Fuengirola, Benalmádena and Mijas Pueblo are each about 4 km away.
For anything beyond the hotel, you take the car. Playa de Torreblanca is a 6-minute drive or a 28-minute walk. Carrefour is 5 minutes away. Vithas Xanit hospital, Novaschool in Benalmádena and the Bil Bil pitch and putt are each 11 minutes away. Fuengirola centre is 12 minutes away and Málaga centre 27. Málaga airport is a 24-minute drive.
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 North Residences along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de Torreblanca) | 2.1 km, 28 min | 2.5 km, 6 min |
| Supermarket (Carrefour) | 2.2 km, 29 min | 2.4 km, 5 min |
| Golf course (Bil Bil Pitch & Putt) | 7.1 km, 11 min | |
| School (Colegio Privado Bilingüe Novaschool Benalmádena) | 7.2 km, 11 min | |
| Hospital (Hospital Vithas Xanit International) | 6.8 km, 11 min | |
| Fuengirola town centre | 10.5 km, 12 min | |
| Benalmádena marina | 12.0 km, 17 min | |
| Málaga city centre | 28.6 km, 27 min | |
| Marbella old town | 36.0 km, 29 min | |
| Málaga airport | 21.9 km, 24 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 108.4 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. North Residences sits at around 129 metres above sea level.
Both homes have sea views and the project faces south. From the penthouse solarium you look out over the coast; for each home we check how open the view stays in relation to the neighbours.
Homes and finishes
Every home is handed over fully furnished and equipped, including kitchen utensils and bathroom accessories. There is underfloor heating throughout, home automation, integrated air conditioning, an alarm system and a safe. Heating and hot water run on aerothermal energy. A sliding wall connects the main bedroom with the living room. With this project we focus on reading the rental agreement with the hotel, checking the community and service charges and requesting the operating figures, so you know what the 5% net really means.
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 North Residences through Privé.
Available homes in North Residences
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penthouse | 2 | 2 | 115 m² | 241 m² | – | € 2.530.000 |
| Townhouse | 4 | 3 | 400 m² | 95 m² | – | € 3.960.000 |
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Our honest verdict on North Residences
Strengths
- Hotel service with reception, security and access to spa and sport.
- Fully furnished and key-ready, so you can move in or let it straight away.
- Penthouse with a 241 m² terrace and a solarium with private pool.
- 400 m² townhouse with private spa, wine cellar and cinema room.
- Rental management available, with 12 weeks of personal use a year.
Points to consider
- One of the highest prices per m² in our comparison for Fuengirola: €15,950.
- The guaranteed 5% return only applies for three years; read the contract thoroughly.
- Hotel service brings higher running costs than a regular apartment.
- Other sites show different prices and sizes, so ask for the current list.
- Beach is a 28-minute walk; beyond the hotel you depend on the car.
Who is North Residences right for?
North Residences is meant for buyers who want carefree living, without dealing with maintenance, security or furnishing, and who let the home for part of the year. It also suits people who travel often and want everything ready when they arrive. It is less suitable for those who watch the price per m², want to furnish the place themselves or are looking for a quiet, private life without hotel guests around.
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 North Residences
What does the guaranteed return at North Residences mean?
The developer offers a guaranteed 5% return for the first three years if the hotel lets your home, with 12 weeks of personal use a year. We check what amount it is calculated on and what happens after three years.
Are the homes at North Residences furnished?
Yes. Every home is handed over fully furnished and equipped, including kitchen utensils and bathroom accessories. So there is no need to furnish it yourself.
How far is Málaga Airport?
By our measurement, the drive from North Residences to Málaga airport takes 24 minutes. That makes short stays from the UK or northern Europe easy to manage.
What does a penthouse at North Residences cost with all expenses?
The €2,530,000 penthouse comes to around €2,859,160 with VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer. Furnishing is included, but service and community charges come on top every year.
Do I pay more if I buy North Residences 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 North Residences, 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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