€357,500
Third-Floor 3-Bedroom Apartment in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
1 bed1 bath89m²
New build3 bedrooms2 bathrooms+8
Costa del Sol
New Build in Torremolinos
Explore 32 new developments and off-plan properties in Torremolinos.
32 new-build properties in Torremolinos
€401,000
New-Build 1-Bed Apartment with Pool, El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
1 bed1 bath65m²
Communal poolCommunal gymLift+7
€425,000
Second-Floor 2-Bedroom Apartment in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
2 beds2 baths94m²
New buildCommunal poolAir conditioning+8
€428,000
Second-Floor New-Build 2-Bed Apartment, La Carihuela, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · La Carihuela
2 beds2 baths87m²
New buildCommunal poolLift+5
€445,000
Ground-Floor 3-Bedroom New-Build in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths118m²
New buildGround floor3 bedrooms+11
€455,000
First-Floor 3-Bedroom Apartment in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
3 beds2 baths154m²
New buildCommunal poolParking (2 spaces)+9
€456,000
Fourth-Floor 3-Bedroom Penthouse in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
2 beds2 baths131m²
New-buildCommunal poolParking (2 spaces)+6
€481,000
4th-Floor 2-Bedroom Penthouse in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
2 beds2 baths92m²
Communal poolCommunal solariumCommunity gym+10
€489,000
Second-Floor 1-Bedroom Apartment in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
1 bed1 bath56m²
New-buildCommunal poolCommunal gym+8
€489,000
Ground-Floor 2-Bedroom Apartment in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths81m²
Communal poolCommunal gymCommunal gardens+10
€493,000
New-Build 3-Bed Apartment with Pool, El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
3 beds2 baths123m²
New buildCommunal poolCommunal solarium+9
€494,000
Ground-Floor 2-Bed New-Build in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths78m²
New buildGround floorPrivate terrace+9
€503,000
Fourth-Floor 2-Bedroom Penthouse in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
1 bed2 baths56m²
Communal poolCommunal gymLift+8
€515,000
First-Floor 2-Bedroom New-Build Apartment, El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths94m²
New buildCommunal poolCommunal gym+9
€525,000
New-Build First-Floor 2-Bed Apartment in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths74m²
Communal poolResidents' gymLift+10
€560,000
New-Build First-Floor 3-Bed Apartment, El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
3 beds2 baths103m²
Communal poolCommunal gymLift+7
€572,000
First-Floor 2-Bed New-Build Apartment, La Carihuela, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · La Carihuela
2 beds2 baths116m²
New buildFirst floor2 bedrooms+7
€600,000
First-Floor 2-Bed New-Build Apartment, El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
3 beds2 baths241m²
New buildCommunal poolAir conditioning+7
€615,000
Garden-Option 3-Bed New-Build, El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
3 beds2 baths100m²
Communal poolCommunal gymCommunal gardens+9
€625,000
New-Build Ground-Floor 2-Bed Apartment in Montemar, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · Montemar
2 beds2 baths96m²
New buildGround floorAir conditioning+10
€631,500
Third-Floor 1-Bed New-Build in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
3 beds3 baths178m²
New buildCommunal poolTwo parking spaces (underground)+6
€675,000
Second-Floor 3-Bedroom Apartment in El Saltillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Saltillo
4 beds2 baths170m²
New build3 bedrooms2 bathrooms+8
€695,000
Garden-Level 3-Bed New-Build in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
3 beds2 baths117m²
Communal poolPrivate gardenSea views+12
€701,000
4th-Floor New-Build Penthouse in El Pinillo, Torremolinos
Torremolinos · El Pinillo
2 beds2 baths89m²
Communal poolSolariumLift+10
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- Fifth-Floor New-Build Apartment in Los Alamos, Torremolinos · €778,500
- New-Build 3-Bedroom Penthouse in Montemar, Torremolinos · €790,000
- Garden-Level 4-Bed New-Build Apartment, El Pinillo, Torremolinos · €795,000
- 5th-Floor 3-Bedroom Penthouse in El Saltillo, Torremolinos · €802,000
- Second-Floor 3-Bedroom Apartment in El Pinillo, Torremolinos · €853,000
- New-Build 4-Bedroom Townhouse in Montemar, Torremolinos · €995,000
- Top-Floor 3-Bedroom Penthouse in El Pinillo, Torremolinos · €1,100,000
- Fifth-Floor 4-Bedroom Apartment in El Pinillo, Torremolinos · €1,515,000
Market Overview
New Developments in Torremolinos
Torremolinos is reinventing itself from 1960s package-holiday resort to modern residential town, and new-build development is central to that transformation. Key development areas include La Carihuela (the traditional fishing quarter with beachfront sites), Playamar (mid-rise seafront complexes), and the Montemar hillside for villa projects with panoramic coast views. Two-bedroom apartments in modern complexes start from approximately €220,000, while three-bedroom penthouses with sea views reach €380,000–€500,000.
New construction in Torremolinos benefits from the town's location just 8 km from Málaga airport and adjacent to the Cercanías commuter train network. Energy-efficient specifications are standard, with A/B energy ratings, aerothermal systems, and communal rooftop pools. Torremolinos's 7 km of sandy beaches, vibrant restaurant scene, and pedestrianised Calle San Miguel shopping street make it a practical year-round base. The Cercanías train connects to Málaga city centre in 20 minutes and the airport in 8 minutes.
Apartments from €220k in Playamar; penthouses from €380k in La Carihuela
8 km from Málaga airport with direct Cercanías train every 20 minutes
A/B energy ratings, aerothermal systems & communal rooftop pools
Urban regeneration driving price growth — strong short-term rental market
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New Build Guide
Buying Off-Plan in Torremolinos
Torremolinos is replacing ageing 1960s tourist stock with modern residential complexes in La Carihuela, Playamar, and Montemar. Two-bedroom apartments from €220,000 and sea-view penthouses up to €500,000. Just 8 km from Málaga airport with direct Cercanías rail, it offers genuine urban-beach living at prices 40–50% below Marbella for equivalent new-build specifications.
The Off-Plan Buying Process
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Reservation & NIE
Pay a reservation fee (typically €3,000–€10,000) to take the property off the market. You will need a Spanish NIE (tax identification number) and a Spanish bank account, both of which your lawyer can arrange.
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Private Purchase Contract
Within 30 days, sign the contrato privado de compraventa and pay 10% of the purchase price (minus the reservation). This contract locks in the price and your chosen customisation options. Your deposit is protected by a bank guarantee under Ley 57/68.
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Stage Payments During Build
For off-plan properties, further payments of 20–30% are due at construction milestones (foundations, structure, finishes). Each payment is backed by the mandatory bank guarantee — if the developer fails to deliver, you get your money back.
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Pre-Delivery Snagging Inspection
Before completion, you (or your appointed surveyor) conduct a snagging inspection of the finished property. The developer must remedy any defects before handover. A retention amount of 5–10% of the final payment is typically held back until snagging items are resolved.
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Completion & Notary Signing
Sign the escritura pública (title deed) before a notary, pay the remaining balance (usually 60–70% of the purchase price), and receive your keys. The notary registers the property at the Land Registry in your name. Typical completion timeline for off-plan: 18–24 months from reservation.
New Build Costs & Taxes
| Cost Item | Rate | Note |
|---|---|---|
| IVA (VAT) | 10% | Applies to all new-build purchases nationwide — replaces the ITP (transfer tax) charged on resale properties |
| AJD (Stamp Duty) | 1.2% | Rate set by the Andalucía regional government |
| Notary Fees | 0.5–1% | Scaled by property price; fixed by government tariff |
| Legal Fees | 1–1.5% | Independent lawyer recommended — never use the developer's lawyer |
| Land Registry | 0.5–1% | Registering the title deed in your name |
| Total Purchase Cost | ~13–14% | New-build total on top of the property price in Andalucía |
What to Expect in New Construction
- Energy rating A or B — mandatory for new construction under the Código Técnico de la Edificación
- Double-glazed thermal-break aluminium windows (Cortizo, Schüco, or equivalent)
- Pre-installed ducted air conditioning with aerothermal heat-pump system
- Underfloor heating in bathrooms; LED lighting throughout all rooms
- Porcelain tile flooring with buyer-selectable finishes (kitchen, bathrooms, living areas)
- Pre-installed fibre-optic internet and electric vehicle charging pre-installation
- Secure underground parking with storage room included
- 10-year structural warranty under the LOE (Ley de Ordenación de la Edificación)
Insider Tip — Torremolinos
Torremolinos is mid-transformation — buy now for capital appreciation as the urban-renewal programme completes. La Carihuela's beachfront sites command premiums but will benefit most from the regeneration. Check Cercanías train timetables before choosing a location; direct rail access adds 10–15% to rental rates versus car-dependent zones.
About Torremolinos
Torremolinos is where Spanish package tourism began in the 1960s, and the town has embraced that heritage while modernising into a diverse, vibrant resort that offers some of the best value on the Costa del Sol. Its 7km of wide, golden beaches — from La Carihuela to Los Álamos — make it one of the most beach-rich destinations on the coast.
La Carihuela, the former fishing village at the western end, is the gastronomic heart of Torremolinos. Its narrow streets are lined with chiringuitos and seafood restaurants serving espetos de sardinas and arroz marinero, with tables spilling onto the sand. The atmospheric Bajondillo steps lead down from the old town to the beach in a dramatic cascade.
Torremolinos benefits from direct Cercanías commuter train service from Málaga Airport (just 10 minutes), making it one of the most convenient resorts on the Costa del Sol to reach. The town also has a thriving LGBTQ+ scene, excellent water parks (Aqualand), and easy access to Málaga city.
The Basics
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Climate
Summer 28–33°C · Winter 12–18°C
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Airport
10 min by train from Málaga (AGP)
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Beaches
La Carihuela, Bajondillo, Los Álamos — 7km total
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Best Known For
Seafood chiringuitos & espetos
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Population
~70,000
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Languages
Spanish, English widely spoken
Things to Do
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Beach Days
Seven kilometres of wide golden beaches with Blue Flag status. La Carihuela is the most atmospheric, Bajondillo the most central, Los Álamos the most spacious.
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Seafood in La Carihuela
The former fishing quarter is now the seafood capital of the Costa del Sol. Watch sardines grilled on espeto skewers over beach fires at the chiringuitos — a genuine Málaga tradition.
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Aqualand Water Park
One of Spain’s best water parks with slides, wave pools, and a dedicated children’s area. Open June to September. Perfect family day out.
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Bajondillo Steps & Old Town
Descend the dramatic Bajondillo steps from the old town to the beach. Explore the pedestrianised Calle San Miguel for shopping and tapas bars.
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LGBTQ+ Scene
Torremolinos has been a welcoming LGBTQ+ destination since the 1960s. The La Nogalera area hosts bars, clubs, and events, and the annual Pride celebration is one of the biggest in Spain.
Property Types in Torremolinos
Frequently Asked Questions
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