Snapshot
Benalmádena is greener, hillier and more family-residential. Fuengirola is flatter, denser and more urban — closer to a small Spanish city than a resort.
Property prices
| Benalmádena | Fuengirola | |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment seafront | €4,800/m² | €4,200/m² |
| Apartment back lines | €3,400/m² | €3,000/m² |
| Townhouse | €4,200/m² | €3,800/m² |
| Villa (suburban) | €5,200/m² | n/a |
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Benalmádena for: families wanting a villa or townhouse, those prioritising green space and the Selwo cable-car/marina lifestyle. Fuengirola for: walkability, year-round amenities, a real Spanish town centre, cercanías connection to Málaga airport and centre in 30 minutes.
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Benalmádena has Sunny View and Aloha College's primary campus. Fuengirola has Salliver and the international British School of Andalusia nearby. See best international schools.
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- Fuengirola guide3,400 €/sqm · +8.1% YoY
- Málaga guide3,200 €/sqm · +12.4% YoY
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