Solaia, Taraje: 22 sustainable apartments between Marbella and Estepona
A small residence with 2 to 4-bedroom apartments, wellness area with sauna and steam room, energy rating A and two parking spaces per home. Completion planned for June 2027.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Solaia
At Solaia, sustainability is not a throwaway line in the brochure. Heating and cooling run on geothermal energy, solar panels cover part of the communal consumption, rainwater is collected and water is reused. The development has energy rating A. It is a small residence of 22 homes in the Taraje area, on the stretch of coast between Marbella and Estepona known as the New Golden Mile.
The homes come in several types. Ground-floor garden apartments have generous terraces facing the greenery, other apartments overlook the pool, and higher up are homes with wraparound terraces. According to the description, the penthouses get a small private plunge pool and an outdoor kitchen. Every home has two parking spaces and a storage room. Communal facilities include a heated pool with a beach-style entry, a wellness area with gym, yoga room, sauna and steam room, a lounge and a coworking space.
There is controlled access and a concierge service available day and night. In our listings, prices range from €898,900 for a two-bedroom garden apartment to €1,868,500 for a four-bedroom home with 171 m² of terrace on the second floor. Another agent also lists penthouses above €2 million.
Amenities
- Heated pool with beach-style entry
- Gym and yoga room
- Sauna and steam room
- Lounge and coworking
- Concierge, available 24 hours
- Controlled access
- Two parking spaces per home
- Storage and laundry room
- Lift
- Energy rating A
Solaia in figures
At €7,916 per m², Solaia is among the more expensive new builds in Estepona: 57% above the new-build average (€5,038) and 58% above resale homes. The €898,900 garden apartment costs you around €1,015,877 with all taxes and fees. The price ladder is interesting: going from 2 to 3 bedrooms costs only €106,050 more, while the step to 4 bedrooms almost doubles the price, as that home also has 171 m² of terrace. Outdoor space averages 37% of the living area. Completion in June 2027, 8 months from now, matches the new-build average in the municipality exactly.
| Price | € 898.900 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 89.890 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 10.787 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 5.400 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 10.900 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €898,900 |
| 3 bedrooms | from €1,004,950 |
| 4 bedrooms | from €1,868,500 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 56% of new developments in Estepona. Largest outdoor space: 171 m².
Planned completion June 2027. For half of the new developments in Estepona, completion is within 8 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 71 new developments in Estepona 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
Taraje lies in the area around Cancelada, on the eastern side of Estepona, with the Los Flamingos and El Paraíso golf courses nearby. It is a varied residential area with villa neighbourhoods and smaller residences. The development sits at around 32 metres above sea level, between the hills of the Sierra Bermeja and the sea. You live close to the coast here, but away from the tourist bustle of a seafront promenade.
El Saladillo beach is 3 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot. Lidl is an 11-minute walk. Hospiten Estepona hospital is a 6-minute drive, The International School of Estepona 8 minutes. San Pedro is 9 minutes away, Puerto Banús 11 and Estepona town centre 14 minutes. Málaga airport is a 56-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 Solaia along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa del Saladillo) | 1.5 km, 20 min | 1.5 km, 3 min |
| Supermarket (Lidl) | 840 m, 11 min | 930 m, 2 min |
| International school (The International School of Estepona) | 2.3 km, 31 min | 6.6 km, 8 min |
| Hospital (Hospital Hospiten de Estepona) | 4.3 km, 6 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 10.0 km, 11 min | |
| Marbella old town | 16.7 km, 20 min | |
| San Pedro town centre | 7.0 km, 9 min | |
| Estepona town centre | 11.8 km, 14 min | |
| Benahavís village | 11.6 km, 14 min | |
| Málaga airport | 69.9 km, 56 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 56.1 km, 51 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. Solaia sits at around 32 metres above sea level.
The developer speaks of sea views from most homes, but our data does not confirm this. Garden apartments mainly look out onto greenery. For each home, we check on site what you can really see.
Homes and finishes
The finishes are described in concrete terms. You get fully fitted kitchens, large-format porcelain tiles inside and non-slip tiles on the terraces. The bathrooms have LED mirrors, thermostatic showers, electric towel rails and glass shower screens. There is a home automation system, an armoured front door and full air conditioning. The underground car park includes charging points for electric cars. We compare the specification list with the purchase contract and check how the geothermal system is maintained and what that adds to the community fees.
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 Solaia through Privé.
Available homes in Solaia
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 | 123 m² | 44 m² | – | € 898.900 |
| Ground floor apartment | 3 | 2 | 129 m² | 48 m² | – | € 1.004.950 |
| Apartment | 3 | 2 | 135 m² | 51 m² | – | € 1.085.750 |
| Apartment | 4 | 4 | 213 m² | 171 m² | – | € 1.868.500 |
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Our honest verdict on Solaia
Strengths
- Only 22 homes, with a concierge and controlled access.
- Strong sustainability package: geothermal energy, solar panels, rainwater harvesting and rating A.
- Beach a 3-minute drive away and supermarket an 11-minute walk.
- Two parking spaces and a storage room per home, plus charging points in the garage.
- Wellness area with sauna, steam room and yoga room within the residence.
- Small price step from 2 to 3 bedrooms: €106,050.
Points to consider
- Price per m² is 57% above the new-build average in Estepona.
- Sea views are promised but not confirmed in our data.
- Sources differ on the completion date: June 2027 in our data, late 2027 elsewhere.
- Expect high community fees, with a concierge and wellness area shared by only 22 owners.
- The 4-bedroom home costs almost twice as much as a 3-bedroom one.
Who is Solaia right for?
Solaia suits buyers who value quality and sustainability over the lowest price, and who appreciate a concierge service. It is a logical choice if you are often away and want to know your home is in good hands. It is less suitable if you are watching your budget or mainly after returns: the high price per m² and the fixed costs reduce the rental yield. If guaranteed sea views matter to you, check each home carefully.
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 Solaia
When will Solaia be completed?
Our data shows June 2027. Another agent mentions the fourth quarter of 2027. We request the construction schedule and check the bank guarantees for every instalment paid.
What does an apartment at Solaia cost including fees?
The two-bedroom garden apartment at €898,900 comes to around €1,015,877 with VAT, stamp duty, notary and lawyer. Allow some 13% on top of the price.
Is Solaia suitable for spending the winter?
Yes. The pool is heated, there is a wellness area with sauna and steam room, and the homes have air conditioning and geothermal heating. In December you have almost 10 hours of daylight. A concierge keeps an eye on things while you are away.
How many homes does Solaia have?
Solaia has 22 homes, split between garden apartments, upper-floor apartments and penthouses. That small number makes for a peaceful atmosphere, but the community fees are shared among few owners.
Do I pay more if I buy Solaia 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 Solaia, 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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