Tell me more about Manilva

Manilva is a municipality on the western Costa del Sol, MÃ¡laga, Andalusia, Spain. It encompasses several distinct areas, including the traditional white village of Manilva Pueblo, the coastal resorts of Sabinillas and La Duquesa, and fertile agricultural land. With a population of around 17,000, it is known for its sweet Muscatel wine, Roman sulphur baths, and uncrowded beaches. Manilva offers a blend of authentic Spanish village life, coastal leisure, and agricultural heritage, providing a diverse appeal away from the more bustling central Costa del Sol.

How far is this property from the nearest airport?

Manilva is 85km from the nearest airport, approximately 70 minutes driving time.

What are the annual runing costs of this property?

The annual running cost are â¬0 consisting of IBI â¬0 (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles' or Council Tax), Community Fees â¬0 and Garbage â¬0. * Based on current information; values are subject to revision.

Residential Plot in Manilva

€2,300,000

5.700m² Plot

Property Overview

An exceptional development opportunity in the prestigious urbanization of Bahía Las Rocas, Manilva, offering outstanding southwest-facing views over the Mediterranean Sea and towards Gibraltar. Ideally positioned in the heart of the urbanization, the plot is surrounded by established residential developments, providing a mature and highly attractive setting. It offers the potential to develop approximately 11,137 m² of built area, comprising up to 31 townhouses, each arranged over three floors.

The plot was previously granted a building licence, which has since expired. However, a new licence should be readily obtainable, allowing the development process to move forward efficiently.

Bahía Las Rocas is one of Manilva's most established and sought-after residential developments. The urbanization comprises approximately 20 completed projects, all of which have been successfully built and sold, demonstrating strong demand and the proven commercial appeal of the area.

The urbanization benefits from fully completed infrastructure, as well as a secure gated entrance, further enhancing its exclusivity and appeal to future residents.

With its privileged location, ‌panoramic ‌southwest-facing ‌views, ‌established surroundings, ‌and proven track ‌record ‌of successful residential ‌developments, this plot ‌represents a rare and ‌compelling ‌opportunity for residential ‌development ‌on ‌the ‌Costa ‌del ‌Sol.

Features

Setting: Urbanisation.
Utilities: Electricity, Drinkable Water.
Category: Investment, With Planning Permission.
Promotion: Beachside.

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Tell me more about Manilva
Manilva is a municipality on the western Costa del Sol, Málaga, Andalusia, Spain. It encompasses several distinct areas, including the traditional white village of Manilva Pueblo, the coastal resorts of Sabinillas and La Duquesa, and fertile agricultural land. With a population of around 17,000, it is known for its sweet Muscatel wine, Roman sulphur baths, and uncrowded beaches. Manilva offers a blend of authentic Spanish village life, coastal leisure, and agricultural heritage, providing a diverse appeal away from the more bustling central Costa del Sol.
How far is this property from the nearest airport?
Manilva is 85km from the nearest airport, approximately 70 minutes driving time.
What are the annual runing costs of this property?
The annual running cost are €0 consisting of IBI €0 (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles' or Council Tax), Community Fees €0 and Garbage €0.
* Based on current information; values are subject to revision.

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