Benalmádena is a Costa del Sol coastal municipality featuring excellent commuter rail links, extensive leisure amenities, and a mild Mediterranean climate. It offers high living standards through its public parks and services, despite housing market pressures.
Housing Market: Rent & Buy
Official MIVAU & INE data reference
Severe Stress
Average monthly rentAverage ~75 sqm flat
1.110 €/ mo
Rental unit priceMonthly rent per sqm
14,80 €/m²/ mo
Household effort ratio% of net household income (target < 33%)
50,1%Severe Stress
Average purchase priceRegistered transactions per sqm
3.100 €/ m²
Estimated mortgage~75 sqm (232.500 €), 80% LTV, 30y at 3%
~784 €/ mo
Breakdown of 20 Metrics
Each indicator is scored from 1 to 5. Weights reflect its impact on quality of life.
Air Quality
3.8
5%
Atmósfera costera con baja concentración de contaminantes y adecuada ventilación marítima. — Índice AQI: 35 (PM2.5: 7 µg/m³)
Climate
4.7
4%
Clima mediterráneo subtropical con inviernos muy suaves, escasas heladas y abundante insolación. — Temperatura media: 18,8°C (2.900 h sol)
Healthcare
4.2
9%
14 healthcare facilities within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Farmacia Hormilleja Godino, Farmacia Pacheco Castillo, Farmacia Alhambra, Ambulatorio Torrequebrada, Farmacia Torrequebrada.
Education
4.1
8%
5 educational centres within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Biblioteca Parque de la Paloma, Centro Infantil Cerro del Viento "Los Peques", Colegio Maravillas, Colegio Público El Tomillar.
Leisure & Culture
4.0
5%
129 leisure & dining venues within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: El Higuerón, Kalifato, JJ's, The Wok, The Ashnook.
Green Spaces
4.0
5%
8 places within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews).
Transport
4.2
6%
Conexión por carretera con la capital provincial (Málaga) a 19 min (24 km). Líneas regulares de autobús interurbano y acceso a la red viaria comarcal. — Málaga a 19 min (24 km)
Local Commerce
4.1
5%
34 shops & services within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Supercor, Dia, Mercadona, Mercadona, Mercadona.
Civic Vitality
3.7
4%
Social sentiment analysed from opinions on social media and review platforms.
Digital Administration
4.3
2%
Portal municipal institucional operativo, tramitación electrónica y seguimiento activo en redes sociales. — Web municipal oficial y perfiles activos
Per Capita Income
3.0
7%
Average gross income: 15.768€/person (2024, INE ADRH).
Public Safety
3.0
7%
Public safety based on local incidents and citizen perception. 0 open incidents.
Heritage & Tourism
4.8
3%
24 accommodations & tourist attractions within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Jupiter Apartments, Zodiac Apartments, Minerva Apartments, Aguila Apartments, Iris Apartments.
Housing
1.2
7%
Mercado tensionado (50.1% de esfuerzo sobre renta). Alquiler medio: 14.8 €/m²/mes (~1110 €/mes) y venta a 3100 €/m².
Employment
3.3
8%
Paro registrado oficial (SEPE 2026-03): 4.117 demandantes (13,0% estimado sobre población activa) (Servicios: 3337, Industria: 113).
Sports
4.0
3%
18 sports facilities within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Club de Raqueta.
Pet-Friendly
3.7
2%
1 pet services within 5 km. Average rating: 4.2/5 (0 reviews). Notable: Clínica Veterinaria Gatycan.
Walkability
4.1
5%
Núcleos urbanos compactos que permiten alcanzar la mayoría de equipamientos esenciales a pie. — Walk Score: 79/100 (media a pie: 7 min)
Sustainability
4.0
5%
Excepcional potencial para captación fotovoltaica y programas de conservación de entornos litorales. — Radiación solar: ~6.503 kWh/año (2.868 h)
Cycling
3.8
3%
Tiempos competitivos en bicicleta en la franja costera, aunque con pendientes pronunciadas hacia el interior. — Cycle Score: 88/100 (media en bici: 5 min)
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