Casares Costa – New Developments on the Quiet Coastal Strip Between Manilva and Estepona

Casares Costa is the coastal strip of the municipality of Casares – a stretch of about five kilometres between Manilva to the west and Estepona to the east, characterised by unusually low building density, wide natural beaches and some of the western Costa del Sol's most prestigious resorts. Buyers searching for a new development in Casares Costa find one of the few locations that still combine undeveloped coastal land, premium resort infrastructure and fair entry-level prices.

Location and boundaries

Casares Costa runs along the N-340 coastal road and the parallel toll AP-7 motorway between the Manilva boundary to the west and the Estepona town border to the east. The mountain village of Casares Pueblo – the famous white village – lies about 15 minutes inland by car. Málaga Airport is reachable via the AP-7 in around 60 minutes, Gibraltar International Airport in under an hour. Central Marbella is roughly 35 minutes east, central Estepona just 12 minutes. A direct bus line links Casares Costa to Estepona and Marbella on an hourly schedule.

What makes Casares Costa distinctive

At the heart of the area sits the Finca Cortesín Hotel, Golf & Beach Club – one of the most prestigious resort complexes on the entire Iberian peninsula. Its 18-hole golf course hosted the 2023 Solheim Cup. Further west sits the equally established Doña Julia Golf Club with its own 18-hole layout. Between these resorts and the coast stretch wide, increasingly rare undeveloped coastal sections – including Playa de la Sal with its fine dark sand. This makes Casares Costa one of the most nature-oriented premium locations on the Costa del Sol.

Character and residents

Casares Costa is quieter and less tourist-oriented than Estepona or the New Golden Mile. Residents are international – mostly British, Scandinavian and German – seeking calm, proximity to nature and resort atmosphere without the Marbella price tag. Families with children use the international schools along the adjoining New Golden Mile (Atalaya College, Colegio San José Estepona) – both reachable in 15 to 20 minutes by car.

Infrastructure and amenities

Day-to-day needs are met by the shopping centres in Sabinillas (Mercadona, Lidl) to the west and Estepona to the east, each 10 to 15 minutes by car. Several smaller beach cafés, the Finca Cortesín Beach Club and restaurants in the Bahía de Casares area lie directly adjoining Casares Costa. For medical care, the Centro de Salud Estepona, HC Marbella International Hospital and the public Hospital Costa del Sol in Marbella are within 15 to 30 minutes' drive.

New developments in Casares Costa: market dynamics

The market for new developments in Casares Costa has gained significant momentum in recent years, driven by buyers looking for undeveloped coastal land and by investors recognising the long-term scarcity of western premium locations. New-build apartments in Casares Costa start from around €280,000 for two-bedroom units in pool developments, often with sea or golf views. Three- and four-bedroom apartments typically range from €420,000 to €750,000. Villas on the golf course or in beach positions – particularly around Finca Cortesín and Doña Julia – sit between €1.2 and €5 million, with higher values in the most exclusive positions directly within the resort.

Investment perspective

Casares Costa benefits from two structural drivers: first, the growing scarcity of undeveloped coastal land along the entire Costa del Sol; second, the visibility halo of the 2023 Solheim Cup, which put Finca Cortesín and the surrounding area on the international map. Average price growth across the Casares area over the past five years has been around 25 to 35 percent, with stronger figures in the premium sub-locations around Finca Cortesín. Together with the 2022 Andalusian tax reform, this makes Casares Costa one of the most value-stable locations on the western Costa del Sol for new-build investment.

CostaDelSol.dev lists every actively marketed new development in Casares Costa and across the wider Casares municipality in eleven languages – with prices, floor plans, site plans and a direct inquiry function to the developer.

Projects in Casares Costa

Bliss Homes
Casares Costa 4
Bliss Homes
From €311.000
Alura Living
Casares Costa 2-3
Alura Living
From €440.000
Nalu Suites
Casares Costa 3
Nalu Suites
From €495.000
Nalu Suites
Casares Costa 3
Nalu Suites
From €495.000

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Casares Costa?
Casares Costa is the coastal section of the municipality of Casares – a stretch of about five kilometres between Manilva to the west and Estepona to the east. The Casares Pueblo white village lies about 15 minutes inland in the mountains. Málaga Airport is around 60 minutes away, Gibraltar International Airport under an hour, central Estepona just 12 minutes. All current new developments in Casares Costa are listed on CostaDelSol.dev in eleven languages with prices, floor plans and site plans.
How does Casares Costa differ from Estepona or Manilva?
Casares Costa is significantly less developed than the coastlines of Estepona or Manilva. Long stretches remain natural and free of high-rise development, making it one of the calmest and most nature-oriented premium locations on the western Costa del Sol. At the same time, the two major resort addresses Finca Cortesín (host of the 2023 Solheim Cup) and Doña Julia Golf sit directly within the area. New developments in Casares Costa are therefore aimed at buyers who want resort quality and peace and quiet at the same time.
Which resorts, beaches and infrastructure does Casares Costa offer?
Directly on the coast sit the Finca Cortesín Hotel, Golf & Beach Club (18 holes, host of the 2023 Solheim Cup) and the Doña Julia Golf Club (also 18 holes). The beaches – including Playa de la Sal and Bahía de Casares – are wide, natural and comparatively uncrowded even in peak season. Day-to-day shopping is covered by Sabinillas (Mercadona, Lidl) and Estepona, each 10 to 15 minutes by car. This combination makes new developments in Casares Costa particularly attractive to buyers who want premium infrastructure combined with a natural setting.
What price range do new developments in Casares Costa cover?
New-build apartments in Casares Costa start from around €280,000 for two-bedroom units with pool, often with sea or golf views. Three- and four-bedroom apartments with underground parking typically range from €420,000 to €750,000. Villas in the premium sub-locations around Finca Cortesín and Doña Julia – especially with direct golf or beach positions – range from €1.2 to €5 million. Casares Costa therefore covers an unusually broad price range, serving both mid-tier and high-net-worth buyers.
Is Casares Costa a sound investment location?
Casares Costa benefits from two structural drivers: the growing scarcity of undeveloped coastal land along the Costa del Sol, and the international visibility halo of the 2023 Solheim Cup at Finca Cortesín. Average price growth across the Casares area over the past five years has been around 25 to 35 percent, with significantly stronger numbers in the premium sub-locations. Together with the 2022 Andalusian tax reform, this makes Casares Costa one of the most value-stable locations on the western Costa del Sol for new-build investment.