Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Fuengirola, compact, affordable, and lively all year round
A coastal town with one of the longest promenades on the Costa del Sol, a large permanent international population, and a direct train link to Málaga. Fuengirola is less glamorous than Marbella, but more accessible because of it.
Location and character
Where Fuengirola is and what makes it special
Fuengirola lies between Benalmádena and Mijas Costa, with Málaga Airport around twenty minutes away and a direct train line (the Cercanías) connecting the town straight to the airport and central Málaga: a unique asset on this coast.
What life is like here
A town lived in all year round
Fuengirola has one of the largest permanent international communities on the Costa del Sol, with residents from Scandinavia, the UK, and the Netherlands among others living here year round, not just in summer.
The nearly seven-kilometre promenade, the Sohail castle, and the weekly market give the town its own identity, while the compact centre keeps every daily amenity within walking distance.
Thanks to the train link, Fuengirola also appeals to anyone who regularly needs to reach Málaga or the airport, without depending on a car.
A promenade for every season
Fuengirola's palm-lined promenade runs past the marina and the beach, staying in use year-round for residents and visitors alike.
The property market
What you'll find for your budget
Apartments in the centre and by the sea
The bulk of what's on offer: apartments from compact to spacious, with the promenade and the beach within walking distance.
Villas in the outskirts
A little further from the centre, toward Mijas Costa, you'll find detached villas on more spacious plots.
Who it suits
Buyers looking for a more accessible price level than Marbella, with year-round life and good connections to Málaga.
Investment perspective
Fuengirola in numbers
+13%
Average value growth per year
40%+
International buyers
€3,100
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 Fuengirola
Fuengirola 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:
Centre and promenade
The heart of town, with the long beachfront promenade, restaurants, and the bulk of the apartments.
Los Boliches
A former fishing village now part of Fuengirola, with its own character and a direct train connection.
Torreblanca
A quieter residential neighbourhood on the edge of town, with a mix of apartments and villas close to the beach.
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