Free Report · 2025 Edition
Costa del Sol Property
Investment Report 2025
Data-driven insights into Fuengirola's property market. Rental yields, price trends and the best areas to invest in 2025.
Market Snapshot
Key Investment Numbers
Fuengirola continues to outperform many European coastal markets. Here are the headline figures driving investor interest.
6.2%
Average Rental Yield
Fuengirola’s short-term rental yields outperform most European coastal markets, with prime locations reaching 7–8%.
+8.3%
Annual Price Growth
Property prices in Fuengirola rose 8.3% year-on-year in 2024, driven by sustained international demand and limited new supply.
€2,450
Avg. Price per m²
Significantly below Marbella (€4,200/m²) and comparable European coastal resorts, offering excellent value for investors.
85%
Occupancy Rate
Tourist apartments in Fuengirola average 85% occupancy across the year, with peak season reaching near 100%.
The Opportunity
Why Invest in Fuengirola?
Fuengirola sits in a sweet spot for property investors: strong tourist demand, a large resident expat community that rents year-round, and prices that remain well below neighbouring Marbella.
The Spanish government's commitment to infrastructure investment — including the planned AVE high-speed rail extension to the Costa del Sol — is expected to further boost property values over the next decade.
With short-term rental regulation becoming more structured, licensed properties in prime locations are commanding premium yields. Early movers who secure licences now will benefit from reduced future competition.
Whether you're looking for hands-off rental income, a holiday home that pays for itself, or long-term capital appreciation, Fuengirola offers a compelling proposition.
+47%
Property price growth in Fuengirola since 2019
Inside the Report
What You'll Learn
- 1Executive summary and market overview
- 2Fuengirola vs. Marbella vs. Benalmádena — comparative analysis
- 3Neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood investment breakdown
- 4Short-term vs. long-term rental strategy comparison
- 5New-build vs. resale: pros, cons and ROI projections
- 6Tax guide for non-resident property owners
- 7Golden Visa programme: requirements and process
- 8Property management costs and service providers
- 95-year price forecast from leading analysts
- 10Recommended properties and development opportunities
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