Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Benahavís, green and quiet in the hills above Marbella
A white mountain village known as one of the most restaurant-rich places in Spain, surrounded by golf courses, nature, and some of the most exclusive villa areas on the Costa del Sol.
Location and character
Where Benahavís is and what makes it special
Benahavís lies inland from Marbella and Estepona, against the Sierra de las Nieves mountains, ten to twenty minutes from the coast. The municipality covers a large, sparsely populated area that includes well-known villa areas such as La Zagaleta, El Madroñal, and the golf valley of Nueva Andalucía.
What life is like here
Calm, space, and a village with a name
The village centre of Benahavís itself is small but has a reputation that belies its size: it's known as one of the places with the most restaurants per resident in Spain, drawing visitors from across the region for a long lunch.
Around the village lies an area built around space and privacy: large plots, golf courses such as Los Arqueros and El Higueral, and hiking routes through the mountains right from the door.
Buyers here typically choose distance from the busier coast on purpose, with the amenities of Marbella and Puerto Banús still just a quarter of an hour's drive away.
The property market
What you'll find for your budget
Villas on large plots
The core of the market: detached villas on spacious plots, from modern new build to classic Andalusian architecture.
Gated villa communities
Gated communities such as La Zagaleta and El Madroñal offer extra privacy and security, often with their own golf course or clubhouse.
Who it suits
Buyers seeking calm, space, and nature, with the coast and Marbella's amenities a short drive rather than on the doorstep.
Investment perspective
Benahavís in numbers
+11%
Average value growth per year
65%+
International buyers
€4,400
Average price per m²
320+
Sunny days per year
Indicative figures for 2025, based on market reports and Nexo Estates' own transactions. No guarantee of future value development.
Popular areas
Popular areas in Benahavís
Benahavís consists of several distinct areas, each with its own character and type of property. Below are some of the most sought-after locations within the region:
Benahavís village
The white centre itself, known for its restaurants and the quiet, village atmosphere just a stone's throw from the coast.
La Zagaleta
One of the most exclusive and secure villa areas in Spain, with large plots, two private golf courses, and complete privacy.
Nueva Andalucía golf valley
The part of the golf valley that falls within Benahavís, with villas and apartments around several golf courses, close to Puerto Banús.
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