South-east facing hillside parcel on the municipal border
The hillside looks south-east toward the Mediterranean, giving this 5,983 square metre parcel of land in Benahavís open sea views across the coast. It sits right on the municipal boundary with Estepona, within Benahavís administration, near two established residential complexes and the main roads toward Estepona town. For a buyer, this means purchasing prior to full urban classification rather than acquiring a ready-to-build plot with immediate licences.
Current planning stage and classification
At present the plot is classified as rustic land in the 'Avance' stage of the town hall planning process, with that step approved and waiting for 'Aprobación Inicial'. The projected path updates the classification to fully urban land intended for either villas or apartments. Because building cannot start until the town hall completes the sequence of approvals and urbanisation rules are met, this land in Benahavís suits someone working on a longer horizon rather than an immediate self-build project.
Topography and orientation
A sloping hill with a south-east orientation defines the physical site. The gradient is what secures the sea views and morning sun, though a slope also dictates how future structures and retaining walls will need to be engineered once urban status is granted. Measuring 5,983 square metres in the official data, the parcel has the scale for a multi-unit scheme or several detached houses, subject to the final buildability coefficients set by the municipality.
Position between two municipalities
Sitting inside the Benahavís municipality on the Estepona border places the plot under Benahavís town hall for all planning paperwork while relying on the road network leading into Estepona for daily access. The presence of two existing residential complexes nearby indicates that the immediate surroundings already hold residential infrastructure, which is a practical reference point when assessing how services and roads reach the boundary of this land in Benahavís.
Paperwork to review before offering
The seller holds current paperwork relevant to the town hall process, and a buyer's lawyer or urbanism architect should examine those documents first.
What is the exact size of this land in Benahavís?
The authoritative plot measurement is 5,983 square metres. The parcel sits on a sloping hillside, which gives it a south-east orientation and views toward the sea.
Can a buyer apply for a building licence on this plot immediately?
No, the plot is currently classified as rustic and is bought with the intention to build later. It has passed the 'Avance' planning step and is waiting for 'Aprobación Inicial' on its way to becoming fully urban land.
What type of project is planned for the parcel once it is urbanised?
According to the current town hall planning documentation, the land is scheduled to be updated to fully urban classification. Once completed, this status allows the site to be utilised for either villas or apartments.
Which town hall handles the planning approvals for this location?
Although the land sits directly on the border between Estepona and Benahavís and close to the main thoroughfares into Estepona, it falls within the Benahavís municipality. All urban planning steps and documentation are processed through Benahavís Town Hall.
Is there documentation available to verify the planning status?
Yes, the current paperwork relevant to the town hall process is available for inspection during a visit. A buyer should have a specialist lawyer review these documents to confirm the 'Avance' status and the requirements for the 'Aprobación Inicial' stage.
5,983 m² Sloping Land in Benahavís with Sea Views
Property Description
Buy now...build later. Buy at todays price and wait for the capital gains.
A chance to get a valuable piece of land at an early bird price.
Rustic Plot (in step ‘Avance’ and approved waiting for the ‘Apropbacion Initial) on the border between Estepona and Benahavis (Benahavis municipality).
A good chance for an investor to secure what will become a valuable piece of land located on a sloping hill with south-east orientation and sea views.
The land will be updated to fully urban and in this case can be utilised either for villas or apartments.
A good chance for an investor to secure what will become a valuable piece of land located on a sloping hill with south-east orientation and sea views.
The land will be updated to fully urban and in this case can be utilised either for villas or apartments.
Close to two very successful residential complexes, this area is very much appreciated and the success of the 2 afore-mentioned projects gives confidence that a new project here will create a great deal of interest from buyers looking for a peaceful location in a beautiful landscape but close to all the main thoroughfares and the town of Estepona.
The plot is very attractively located with sea views and is 6 000 m2.
The value is calculated when fully urbanised is EUR 300/sqm with that location and all with all the new development happening, and the prime location.
If you would like to know more about this land and even make a visit then please let me know and I can show you all of the current paperwork that is relevant to the Town Hall process.
Property Features
Orientation
- South
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