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A modernised three-bedroom detached villa in Calahonda with a private pool, courtyard garden and outdoor kitchen, priced at €599,500. Within walking distance of the beach, shops and restaurants, it offers an interesting combination of independence, convenience and value for money on the Costa del Sol.

One of the things I have learned after selling so many homes is that it is not a one-size-fits-all situation. We need a wide choice of designs and styles to suit different people, and finding the right home is an art.

Could a spacious apartment be a better choice than a villa? This article explores why many buyers whose families have grown are rethinking their next move. Using a four-bedroom, three-bathroom duplex penthouse in Mijas Golf as an example, we look at how a larger apartment can provide plenty of space for children and grandchildren while avoiding much of the maintenance that comes with owning a villa.

Buying a new-build villa before completion can offer many of the benefits of a brand new home without the uncertainty of starting from the earliest stages of construction. For buyers looking in Marbella Golf Valley and Nueva Andalucia, a property that is well under construction can provide an attractive balance between choice, convenience and peace of mind.

A recent conversation with buyers looking in Nueva Andalucía highlighted how different generations often want very different things from the same Costa del Sol home, and why finding the right property is often about balancing priorities rather than chasing perfection.