# Los Monteros — Luxury Real Estate for Sale

Los Monteros, Marbella East is known for gated frontline-beach estates beside the five-star Los Monteros hotel and the celebrated La Cabane beach club. In 2026 the Tinsa-verified median sits at €5,900/m², with asking prices spanning roughly €4,100–€9,100/m² depending on sub-zone and frontline position. The typical buyer here is discreet established wealth and families wanting frontline-beach seclusion east of Marbella town. Below: the numbers, the sub-zones, what each property type costs, the buying process, and how to access off-market inventory.

## Zone in numbers — 2026

| Metric | Value |
|---|---:|
| Median €/m² (Tinsa IMIE 2026) | €5,900 |
| Asking €/m² range | €4,100 – €9,100 |
| Municipality | Marbella |
| Gross rental yield (long-term, est.) | 3.0–4.0% |
| Off-market share of premium deals (est.) | 25–40% |

*Sources: Tinsa IMIE 2026, internal Muse Marbella deal flow. Estimates marked est.*

## Why buyers choose Los Monteros

Los Monteros is known for gated frontline-beach estates beside the five-star Los Monteros hotel and the celebrated La Cabane beach club. The structural draw for buyers:

- **Los Monteros Playa (frontline beach)** — a distinct micro-location within Los Monteros with its own price and buyer profile.
- **Los Monteros Alto** — a distinct micro-location within Los Monteros with its own price and buyer profile.
- **Bahía de Marbella** — a distinct micro-location within Los Monteros with its own price and buyer profile.
- **El Rosario border** — a distinct micro-location within Los Monteros with its own price and buyer profile.

The dominant buyer profile is discreet established wealth and families wanting frontline-beach seclusion east of Marbella town — which shapes everything from the kind of inventory that trades to the pace of negotiation.

## What property types are available in Los Monteros?

| Type | Indicative price | Notes |
|------|------------------|-------|
| Villa | from €12,98000 | detached, plot + pool; frontline commands a premium |
| Penthouse | from €8,26000 | top-floor, wraparound terrace, sea orientation |
| Apartment | from €5,90000 | gated community, lift, parking |
| Plot | varies | buildable land where available; check licence status |

## What does it cost to buy in Los Monteros?

Beyond the property price, budget 10–13% total transaction cost in Spain: 7–10% transfer tax (resale ITP in Andalucía) or 10% VAT + 1.2% AJD (new build), plus 1–1.5% legal fees and ~0.5–1% notary and registry. A €12,98000 villa in Los Monteros therefore carries roughly €1,49200 in costs on top.

## How do you buy property here as a foreigner?

Spain places no restriction on foreign ownership. The process: obtain an NIE (foreigner tax number), open a Spanish bank account, sign the reservation and Arras (deposit) contract, complete due diligence via a Spanish lawyer, then sign the escritura at the notary. Typical timeline 6–10 weeks. Non-EU buyers investing €500,000+ may qualify for the Spain Golden Visa.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How much does property cost in Los Monteros?
The Tinsa-verified 2026 median in Los Monteros, Marbella East is €5,900/m², with asking prices from roughly €4,100 to €9,100/m² depending on sub-zone and frontline position. Villas typically start around €12,98000.

### Is Los Monteros a good investment?
Los Monteros combines gated frontline-beach estates beside the five-star Los Monteros hotel and the celebrated with steady Costa del Sol demand. Long-term gross rental yields run about 3.0–4.0%; capital appreciation has tracked the wider Marbella market at 7–12% annually over 2019–2025.

### What are the best sub-zones in Los Monteros?
The main micro-locations are: Los Monteros Playa (frontline beach), Los Monteros Alto, Bahía de Marbella, El Rosario border. Each has a distinct price point and buyer profile — speak to a specialist to match your brief.

### Does Muse Marbella have off-market listings in Los Monteros?
Yes. A meaningful share of premium Los Monteros transactions never reach the public portals. Muse Marbella sources off-market and pocket listings directly — contact us with your requirements.

## Speak to a Los Monteros specialist

Muse Marbella works directly with international buyers in English, Spanish and Russian (plus German, French, Swedish and Arabic) across Los Monteros and the wider Costa del Sol. [Contact us](/contact) or [browse all properties](/properties).



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## Related guides

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- [Property taxes in Marbella and Spain](/guides/property-taxes-in-marbella-and-spain)
- [Spain Golden Visa](/spain-goldenvisa)