Buying more than you need can mean paying for things you rarely use. This small two-bedroom home in Costabella offers plenty of terrace space, private parking and low running costs, with the beach a short walk away.
A small home close to the beach in Marbella. How much do you really need?
Sometimes, buying more than you need means spending more money on things you don’t particularly want. Extra space can be useful, but if you rarely use it, you still have to look after it and pay for its upkeep.
This two-bedroom bungalow-style home in Costabella, East Marbella is a good example of how a smaller home can provide what you need without becoming a burden. It has two bathrooms, a living room with a wood-burning fireplace and a fitted kitchen. It has been fully renovated and is available fully furnished.
Outside, there is plenty of terrace space for relaxing, eating and spending time with friends, together with private driveway parking. There is even room for a freestanding plunge pool if you wanted one, although with the beach about 400 metres away, you might decide you have little need for it.
The costs are part of the appeal. Community fees are less than €35 a month, and local taxes work out at around €40 a month. Together, that is less than €80 a month before electricity, water and other household expenses. Solar panels with battery storage also help keep running costs down.
For someone who wants a home close to the beach in Marbella, there is a lot to be said for this balance. Enough room inside, plenty of usable space outside and shops and restaurants a short walk away.
A larger home would give you more space, but whether it would give you more pleasure is another question. For many buyers, this could be enough to enjoy Marbella without taking on more expense and upkeep than they really want.
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