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KRAFT CHRISTENSENREALTYCosta del Sol new-build property guide
New-build homes on the Costa del Sol
Compare modern off-plan and newly completed homes across Marbella, Estepona and Mijas Costa with clear information about location, specification, payment stages and the checks required before reservation.
Project-specific facts · independent legal verification remains essential
Market and buying context
A more structured way to search for a new home in Spain
The Costa del Sol contains several distinct new-build markets rather than one uniform coastline. Marbella offers established international services and premium residential areas. Estepona combines an active town centre with extensive new development along the western corridor. Mijas Costa provides practical access between Málaga and Marbella, with coastal communities and elevated developments around La Cala.
A useful comparison begins with how you intend to use the property. A second home used for frequent short visits needs different airport access, maintenance and community services from a future retirement home. An investment-led purchase requires disciplined comparison of entry price, completion timing, running costs and realistic rental demand without assuming that future capital growth is guaranteed.
K&C organises the search around verified project information. That means comparing the developer, licence position, construction status, technical specification, energy performance, payment schedule, bank guarantee or surety protection, completion process and after-sales arrangements. Your independent Spanish lawyer remains responsible for the legal verification before you commit.
Key points to compare
What new-build buyers should compare
Contractual specification
Compare what is included in the signed specification—not only the renders—including glazing, insulation, climate systems, kitchens, bathrooms, parking and storage.
Staged payments, with the bank guarantee or insurance verified per project
Understand the reservation, private purchase contract, construction milestones and completion balance, together with the project-specific protection for qualifying advance payments.
Completion readiness
Plan legal costs, taxes, mortgage timing, snagging, utility activation, furnishing and community arrangements before the keys are delivered.
Choosing the right position
From early release to completed new-build
Buying during an early release can provide a broader choice of orientation, floor level, layout and terrace. It can also secure a contract price before later phases are released. That is a pricing position, not a guaranteed return: later prices can rise, remain unchanged or be adjusted according to market conditions.
A nearly completed or key-ready property reduces the waiting period and makes the finished environment easier to assess, but the best units may already be reserved and the payment timetable is usually shorter. The right stage depends on your available capital, mortgage planning, desired completion date and tolerance for construction risk.
From property brief to reservation
The K&C new-build buying route
- 01
Define the lifestyle, preferred areas, bedrooms, budget and intended completion period.
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Compare relevant projects using current availability, plans, specifications and payment stages.
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Review mortgage readiness and the capital required during construction and at completion.
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Visit a focused selection of developments and inspect the location as well as the show home.
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Reserve only after the unit, costs, protection and independent legal checks are understood.
A current starting point
Selected project references
Live, photographed homes are listed in current inventory. Pricing and availability are confirmed per unit.
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Frequently asked questions
Are new-build homes always cheaper than resale property?
No. Early project phases can offer attractive pricing, but the correct comparison must consider location, size, specification, terrace, parking, community facilities, taxes and completion timing.
Are off-plan payments protected?
Qualifying advance payments may be protected by the project-specific bank guarantee or surety insurance and designated account. Your lawyer should verify the exact contract and protection before payment.
Can a non-resident obtain a Spanish mortgage?
Potentially, subject to lender policy, verified income, liabilities, available deposit, age, property valuation and underwriting. An early pre-check helps establish a realistic purchase range.
Will K&C send floor plans before a viewing trip?
Yes. Once your requirements and contact details are confirmed, relevant project information and available floor plans can be included in the shortlist.
Your next step
Receive a focused Costa del Sol new-build shortlist
Tell us your preferred areas, budget and number of bedrooms. We will organise suitable project references, current availability and the floor plans that best match your brief.
- Personal project selection
- Current availability and payment stages
- Relevant floor plans by email