Nueva Andalucía, the Investor’s Paradise
Nueva Andalucía,
the Investor’s ParadiseMarbella has over the years proved to be a very interesting property market for investors, as real estate values rise strongly over time and established areas become premium locations while new ones rise to prominence. Within this overall picture, Nueva Andalucía is an evergreen residential zone with particular investor appeal.
Though the first villas were built in Nueva Andalucía as far back as the 1960s, Marbella’s largest suburb covers an expansive valley criss-crossed by the meandering greenery of the three golf courses that have earned it the name of ‘Golf Valley’: Las Brisas, Los Naranjos and Aloha Golf. Villas, townhouses and apartments have arisen alongside these fairways, overlooking the golf courses, mountain scenery and in many cases also the sea, and while Nueva Andalucía is now an established area there is still room for quality development of modern homes.
Though the first villas were built in Nueva Andalucía as far back as the 1960s, Marbella’s largest suburb covers an expansive valley criss-crossed by the meandering greenery of the three golf courses that have earned it the name of ‘Golf Valley’: Las Brisas, Los Naranjos and Aloha Golf. Villas, townhouses and apartments have arisen alongside these fairways, overlooking the golf courses, mountain scenery and in many cases also the sea, and while Nueva Andalucía is now an established area there is still room for quality development of modern homes.
New-build in Nueva Andalucía
The majority of these are luxurious contemporary villas, which occupy the remaining plots within well-established leafy areas. Nueva Andalucía is so sought after because it is spacious and peaceful, with a family feel, yet also close to beaches, Puerto Banús and Marbella town. In fact, in many ways it’s at the heart of the Marbella area, but besides golf it also offers tennis clubs, gymnasiums, health and beauty centres, schools, shopping, dining, professional and medical services, banks, supermarkets and even nature at close call.
This demand for the area translated into strong demand for its properties, and this drives property values. Most in vogue are newly built modern villas with the latest styling, home technology and amenities, and this is where prices (including per m2) have risen most, from a level of €3500/m2 some ten years ago to €8000-€10,000/m2 today. And yet there is no bubble in sight, as the focus is on the mid to upper segment and building nowhere near the frenzied level of the 2000s. The market is, at least for the foreseeable future, highly sustainable.
This demand for the area translated into strong demand for its properties, and this drives property values. Most in vogue are newly built modern villas with the latest styling, home technology and amenities, and this is where prices (including per m2) have risen most, from a level of €3500/m2 some ten years ago to €8000-€10,000/m2 today. And yet there is no bubble in sight, as the focus is on the mid to upper segment and building nowhere near the frenzied level of the 2000s. The market is, at least for the foreseeable future, highly sustainable.
Nueva Andalucía for refurbished homes
Nueva Andalucía for refurbished homes
Modernised, upgraded and thoroughly renovated properties in Nueva Andalucía – primarily villas – are also highly sought after and represent an excellent investment for a variety of reasons. Firstly, if you buy an older property in a good location and have the time and ability to renovate it well, this will create a great deal of added value and therefore return on your investment, but most buyers in the market right now are looking for a home already renovated, and yes, these too form a good mid to long-term investment.
Advantages over
a complete new-buildIn fact, they can actually have some advantages over a complete new-build, including:
It can be quite a compelling mix, and one of the reasons why we find that both newly built and renovated properties for sale in Nueva Andalucía are both popular with buyers and investors alike.
Of course, as in all cases, it is important to source the best possible quality, and this becomes much easier with the help of a company such as Solvilla that is highly experienced here and knows the Marbella market inside out.
- The earlier properties had the pick of the best locations – including the best views
- Older properties tend to have larger plots – many with frontline golf access to the course
- A modern home in a prime location represents the ultimate mix – and therefore investment potential
- Older villas tend to be larger – so the modernised home will be too
- You have the opportunity to blend the charm and noble materials, as well as unique features, of an existing villa with the modern style, comfort and technology of today
- Older villas also have beautiful, mature gardens with tall trees and lush greenery
It can be quite a compelling mix, and one of the reasons why we find that both newly built and renovated properties for sale in Nueva Andalucía are both popular with buyers and investors alike.
Of course, as in all cases, it is important to source the best possible quality, and this becomes much easier with the help of a company such as Solvilla that is highly experienced here and knows the Marbella market inside out.