ZEW Elviria: duplex homes with garden or solarium in Marbella
Ground-floor duplexes with garden and duplex penthouses with solarium in a development of 88 homes with four pools. From €690,000, completion planned for July 2028.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Zew Elviria
Of all the new builds we track in Marbella, ZEW is the cheapest per square metre. That makes the development on the Elviria hillside interesting if you want to buy in East Marbella on a budget below €800,000. The development has 88 homes, all on two levels: ground-floor duplexes with private garden and penthouses with a rooftop solarium. Completion is planned for July 2028.
There are two homes in our overview, and the pricing logic is strikingly reversed. The ground-floor duplex with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms costs €690,000, for 130 m² of usable space, 54 m² of terrace and 40 m² of garden. The penthouse with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms costs more, €790,000, but has 121 m² of terrace for 109 m² of usable space. So you choose between an extra bedroom with a garden, or fewer rooms with much more outdoor space and light.
The development is designed as a green, gated residential setting. There will be four communal pools among the gardens, footpaths, a spa, a gym, relaxation areas, a games room and a coworking space. With some homes you can have a private pool added. Every home in our overview has two parking spaces and a storage room.
Amenities
- Four communal pools
- Spa
- Gym
- Coworking space
- Games room
- Footpaths and gardens
- Optional private pool
- Lift
- Two parking spaces and storage room
- Gated complex
Zew Elviria in figures
ZEW stands at €4,440 per m², 36% below the new-build median in Marbella (€6,948) and 26% below resale homes (€5,967). It is the cheapest development per m² of the 36 in the municipality. Outdoor space is generous: 53% of the interior area for the median home, better than 72% of new builds. Unusually, the 3-bedroom home costs €100,000 less than the 2-bedroom penthouse; at the top you pay for the 121 m² terrace. The entry-level home at €690,000 costs €779,680 in total with VAT (€69,000), stamp duty (€8,280), notary (€4,100) and lawyer (€8,300). The trade-off is a long wait: 21 months until planned completion.
| Price | € 690.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 69.000 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 8.280 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 4.100 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 8.300 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 2 bedrooms | from €790,000 |
| 3 bedrooms | from €690,000 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 72% of new developments in Marbella. Largest outdoor space: 121 m².
Planned completion July 2028. For half of the new developments in Marbella, completion is within 3 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 36 new developments in Marbella 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
ZEW lies on the western edge of the Elviria hillside, surrounded by pine forest, in the eastern part of Marbella. The neighbourhood is green and residential, with villas and low-rise developments. At the foot of the hill, towards the coast, are the Elviria shopping centre, restaurants, beach clubs and the beaches of East Marbella. International schools and several golf courses are a short drive away, which makes Elviria popular with families who live there all year round.
Day to day, you will usually take a short drive. Mercadona is 5 minutes by car or 27 minutes on foot. The nearest golf practice course is a 15-minute walk. Colegio Alborán and Artola beach are each a 7-minute drive. Hospital Costa del Sol is 9 minutes away, Marbella old town 16 minutes, Puerto Banús 21 minutes and Málaga airport 45 minutes.
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 Zew Elviria along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa de Artola) | 3.3 km, 41 min | 3.4 km, 7 min |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 2.1 km, 27 min | 2.1 km, 5 min |
| Golf course (Greenlife Golf Driving Range) | 1.1 km, 15 min | 1.1 km, 3 min |
| School (Colegio Alborán) | 2.4 km, 35 min | 4.3 km, 7 min |
| Hospital (Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol) | 6.4 km, 9 min | |
| Puerto Banús | 21.7 km, 21 min | |
| Marbella old town | 11.9 km, 16 min | |
| Málaga airport | 46.7 km, 45 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 21:40, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Zew Elviria sits at around 38 metres above sea level.
Sea views are not confirmed for the two homes in our overview and the orientation is not stated. The description mentions open views from the terraces; particularly for the penthouse with solarium, we check what you can really see.
Homes and finishes
The homes have underfloor heating in every room, fully installed ducted air conditioning and an aerothermal system for hot water. There is a fireplace, which is far from standard in new builds on the coast. In addition: large porcelain tiles, quality window frames and designer kitchens with appliances. The energy rating is B. As completion is not until 2028, we request the specifications, the building licence, the payment schedule and the bank guarantee on every payment.
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 Zew Elviria through Privé.
Available homes in Zew Elviria
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 | 3 | 3 | 175 m² | 54 m² | – | € 690.000 |
| Penthouse | 2 | 2 | 160 m² | 121 m² | – | € 790.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Zew Elviria
Strengths
- Lowest price per m² of all new builds we track in Marbella.
- Penthouse with 121 m² terrace plus solarium for €790,000.
- Three bedrooms with private garden for €690,000.
- Four pools, spa and coworking space in the development.
- Underfloor heating, aerothermal system and a fireplace in every home.
Points to consider
- Completion not until July 2028, a 21-month wait.
- No confirmed sea views for the available homes.
- Another agent shows higher prices for comparable units: €740,000 and €830,000.
- With 88 homes, you share the facilities with many neighbours.
- Beach and supermarket are a drive away, not round the corner.
Who is Zew Elviria right for?
ZEW suits families looking for a three-bedroom home with garden in a green area with schools nearby, and buyers who want a penthouse with plenty of terrace as a second home. Buyers who work remotely from Spain will also appreciate the coworking space. If you want to move in quickly, insist on sea views or prefer a small development, you will not find what you are looking for here.
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 Zew Elviria
Why does the penthouse at ZEW cost more than the 3-bedroom home?
Because at the top you are paying for outdoor space. The penthouse has 121 m² of terrace plus a solarium, the ground-floor duplex 54 m² of terrace and 40 m² of garden. The price difference is €100,000 in favour of the three-bedroom home.
When will ZEW Elviria be completed?
Completion is planned for July 2028. Other sources do not yet give a date. We request a progress update on the site and check that all your stage payments up to that date are covered by a bank guarantee.
Can I have a private pool at ZEW?
A private pool is available as an option with some of the homes. Not every unit qualifies. We check for each home whether it is possible and what it costs extra.
Is there still affordable new build in Marbella?
Yes, although it is becoming scarcer. ZEW is the cheapest new development per m² that we track in Marbella, with a three-bedroom duplex from €690,000. All in, you are looking at around €779,680.
Do I pay more if I buy Zew Elviria 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 Zew Elviria, 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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