The 2 Most Promising Neighborhoods in Benalmádena to Buy a Home in 2025

Buying on the Costa del Sol in 2025 requires considering not only the price per square meter, but also the combination of services, connectivity, appreciation potential, new developments, and urban planning risks. Benalmádena has several attractive areas, but if I had to highlight just two neighborhoods with the best balance between demand, supply, and potential for 2025, they would be:

Arroyo de la Miel
Benalmádena Costa (Port Area / Torremuelle / Torrequebrada)
Below, I explain why these two areas are the most promising (market data, advantages, ideal buyer profiles, risks, and practical advice for buying).

1) Arroyo de la Miel — the “all-in-one” option for residents and families
Why is it promising?

Arroyo de la Miel is the most populated urban center in Benalmádena: it boasts a concentration of shops, services, schools, transportation (including a commuter rail station), shopping centers like Myramar, leisure activities, and connections to the coast and the A-7 motorway. This mix makes it highly sought after by buyers looking to live there year-round (families, remote workers, local professionals) and by investors seeking long-term rentals. Idealista and other real estate portals rank Arroyo among the most recommended areas in the municipality.

Idealista

Market Data and Trends (2024–2025)

In recent years, Arroyo has shown dynamism in both prices and the supply of new and renovated properties. There are active new construction developments (e.g., in the Myramar area) and a wide range of apartments and villas available, attracting buyers who want to choose between new and resale properties. Market portals indicate price increases in the municipality in 2024–2025 and an active market in Arroyo with numerous transactions.

Practical Advantages:

Connectivity: commuter rail station in the town center, good road connections.

Amenities: nearby hospitals, schools, supermarkets, shopping centers, and cultural offerings.

Stable Demand: suitable for both long-term residential purchases and medium- to long-term rentals.

New construction and renovation: options for different profiles (investors, first-time buyers, families).

Types of Buyers of Interest:

Families looking for schools and amenities.
Professionals who work in Málaga but want a slightly lower cost of living.
Investors looking for medium- to long-term rentals with good occupancy rates.

Risks and Points to Consider:

Specific areas may be more established while others are undergoing densification: it is advisable to analyze new developments and their impact on parking and traffic flow.

Some urban developments in Benalmádena generate public debate (for example, decisions regarding parking spaces or leisure projects), so it is essential to review municipal urban development plans before buying.

Tips for buying in Arroyo de la Miel:

Check the distance to the commuter rail station if connectivity is key.

If you value tranquility, prioritize interior streets and developments with communal areas.

Analyze whether the property is near future developments (this can affect the local quality of life) and read the General Urban Development Plan (PGOU)/partial plans from the town hall.

For investment, compare returns (sale price / average rent) on portals like Idealista or Fotocasa.

2) Benalmádena Costa — beach, port, and tourist/international demand
Why is it promising?

Benalmádena Costa (which includes the Marina, Torremuelle, areas near the beach, and stretches of the coast) is the most attractive area for holiday home purchases, second homes, and holiday rental investment. The beachfront, marina, leisure activities, and restaurants maintain high demand from national and international buyers—especially British, Nordic, and European buyers interested in the Costa del Sol. In 2025, the coast continues to attract investment, and the availability of beachfront properties remains relatively scarce, supporting prices.

Market Data and Trends (2024–2025)

Benalmádena, along with other municipalities on the Costa del Sol, saw price increases in 2024–2025. Data from real estate firms and portals indicate that the price per square meter in the municipality rose steadily, with the coastal area experiencing the greatest price pressure due to land scarcity and its proximity to the beach. This favors the appreciation of well-located properties (sea views, proximity to the beach and port).

Practical Advantages:

Proximity to the sea: beach, promenade, leisure activities, and services geared towards tourism.

Marina: nautical and commercial appeal (restaurants, nightlife).

Supply of premium new construction: beachfront developments are typically limited and command higher prices.

International demand: a market of foreign buyers purchasing second homes or investment properties.

Types of buyers of interest:

Buyers seeking vacation homes with rental potential.
Vacation rental investors