Renovation costs on the Costa del Sol: complete guide for 2026
Indicative price ranges for planning your renovation before requesting a personalised quote — full renovations, bathrooms, kitchens, electrical, plumbing and more.
Important: All ranges are indicative and serve as planning references only. The actual budget depends on exact dimensions, the current condition of the property, existing installations, the quality level chosen, access conditions and the final agreed scope of work.
Renovation cost guide — Costa del Sol 2026
| Type of work | Indicative range | Can include | Factors that affect the range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full home renovation | €800 – €1,600/m² | Demolition, structural work, electrical rewire, plumbing, flooring, bathrooms, kitchen, painting and trade coordination. | Installation condition, layout changes, materials chosen, occupied or vacant property. |
| Full bathroom renovation | €9,500 – €24,000 | Demolition, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, sanitaryware, glass screen, vanity unit and lighting. | Bathroom size, existing condition, finish level, number of bathrooms. |
| Kitchen renovation | €9,000 – €32,000 | Demolition, installations, tiling, cabinetry, worktop, lighting and layout changes. | Floor area, open-plan conversion, bespoke cabinetry, appliance specification. |
| Painting | €10 – €22/m² painted | Surface preparation, primer, paint on walls and ceilings. | Wall condition, paint type, ceiling heights, access. |
| Plastering and partition walls | €45 – €85/m² | Frame, panels, fixings, finishing plaster. | Type of work: partitions, ceilings, linings or insulation. |
| Full electrical rewire | €3,500 – €10,000 | Consumer unit, circuits, light points, sockets and switches. | Property size, condition of existing installation. |
| Plumbing — bathroom or kitchen | €2,500 – €7,500 | Pipework, fittings, connections and waste. | Scope, number of connection points, existing installation condition. |
| Air conditioning | Assessment required | Depends on system type, capacity, number of rooms, pre-installation and unit positions. | Access, roof type, community regulations. |
| Solar panels | Technical study required | Consumption, roof area, orientation, self-consumption and local regulations. | Each installation is different and requires prior analysis. |
| Maintenance / handyman | Quoted by scope | Repairs, minor installations and home fixes. | Availability, area and type of work. |
Full home renovation
€800 – €1,600/m²Can include: Demolition, structural work, electrical rewire, plumbing, flooring, bathrooms, kitchen, painting and trade coordination.
Installation condition, layout changes, materials chosen, occupied or vacant property.
Full bathroom renovation
€9,500 – €24,000Can include: Demolition, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, sanitaryware, glass screen, vanity unit and lighting.
Bathroom size, existing condition, finish level, number of bathrooms.
Kitchen renovation
€9,000 – €32,000Can include: Demolition, installations, tiling, cabinetry, worktop, lighting and layout changes.
Floor area, open-plan conversion, bespoke cabinetry, appliance specification.
Painting
€10 – €22/m² paintedCan include: Surface preparation, primer, paint on walls and ceilings.
Wall condition, paint type, ceiling heights, access.
Plastering and partition walls
€45 – €85/m²Can include: Frame, panels, fixings, finishing plaster.
Type of work: partitions, ceilings, linings or insulation.
Full electrical rewire
€3,500 – €10,000Can include: Consumer unit, circuits, light points, sockets and switches.
Property size, condition of existing installation.
Plumbing — bathroom or kitchen
€2,500 – €7,500Can include: Pipework, fittings, connections and waste.
Scope, number of connection points, existing installation condition.
Air conditioning
Assessment requiredCan include: Depends on system type, capacity, number of rooms, pre-installation and unit positions.
Access, roof type, community regulations.
Solar panels
Technical study requiredCan include: Consumption, roof area, orientation, self-consumption and local regulations.
Each installation is different and requires prior analysis.
Maintenance / handyman
Quoted by scopeCan include: Repairs, minor installations and home fixes.
Availability, area and type of work.
All ranges are indicative. The actual budget is defined after a technical site visit.
Why renovation costs vary so much
Floor area and layout complexity
The total floor area and the complexity of the layout — number of rooms, structural columns, changes required — directly affect material quantities and labour.
Condition of existing installations
A property with installations in good condition requires less intervention than a 1970s apartment where the entire electrical and plumbing systems need replacing.
Quality level chosen
The difference between mid-range and premium finishes — flooring, tiling, taps, joinery — can significantly shift the total cost. The same floor plan can vary by 40–60% depending on specification.
Property access
Access conditions affect project logistics: materials delivery, waste removal, permitted working hours in gated communities and private urbanisations.
Occupied or vacant property
Renovating with an owner in residence requires more coordination and can extend the timeline. For non-resident owners, the property is usually vacant, which simplifies access.
Permits and approvals
Works that affect structure, layout changes, facade or communal building elements can require a municipal permit, which adds cost and lead time. We advise on requirements for your specific property and location.
Area on the Costa del Sol
Properties in Marbella, Benahavís and other western Costa areas often involve higher material quality expectations, more complex access to private urbanisations and greater project management complexity — all of which can push costs toward the upper range.
Full home renovation costs on the Costa del Sol
A full renovation typically ranges between €800 and €1,600 per m², depending on material quality, the existing condition of the property and the final scope. A standard 80m² apartment fully renovated could range from approximately €64,000 to €128,000.
For 1970s–80s apartments in Torremolinos, Benalmádena and Fuengirola, the renovation usually covers complete installation updates (electrical and plumbing), layout changes where required and a full fit-out of all rooms. In Marbella and Benahavís villas and luxury apartments, technical complexity and higher specification levels typically push costs toward the upper end of the range.
Bathroom renovation costs on the Costa del Sol
A complete bathroom renovation — including demolition, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, sanitaryware, glass screen, vanity unit and lighting — typically ranges from €9,500 to €24,000. The range depends on bathroom size, the condition of existing installations and the finish level chosen.
Partial renovations — replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower, retiling, or replacing sanitaryware — have a smaller scope and cost that is defined precisely during the site visit.
Kitchen renovation costs on the Costa del Sol
A complete kitchen renovation typically ranges from €9,000 to €32,000, depending on scope, floor area, cabinetry type and finish level. Projects that include opening the kitchen into the living room, bespoke cabinets or natural stone worktops tend toward the upper end of the range.
Renovation costs by area on the Costa del Sol
Málaga city
A mix of primary and secondary residences. Full renovations follow the standard €800–€1,600/m² range depending on condition and specification level.
Torremolinos and Benalmádena
High volume of 1970s–90s second-home apartments. Renovations typically include a complete installation update — electrical and plumbing — and are common among owners preparing properties for holiday rental.
Fuengirola and Mijas
A blend of primary residences and a strong international owner presence. Projects are typically full renovations or bathroom and kitchen updates. GBP-budgeted buyers are common.
Marbella, Estepona and Benahavís
Higher-specification properties: villas, penthouses and apartments in private urbanisations. Projects typically involve higher material quality requirements and more complex access logistics, which pushes costs toward the upper range.
What non-resident owners should know about renovation costs
All quotes are in euros (€)
Renovation contracts in Spain are denominated in euros. If you are budgeting in GBP, SEK, NOK, DKK or another currency, factor in exchange rate exposure — a significant rate movement between quote and project completion can affect your effective cost.
VAT (IVA) applies
Spanish IVA (equivalent to VAT) applies to renovation work at the standard rate. All our quotes clearly break down labour, materials and applicable taxes before any work begins.
Remote project management is included as standard
There is no surcharge for managing the project while you're abroad. Coordinating access, supervising daily work, sharing progress updates and handling issues autonomously is how we work for all non-resident clients.
Phased projects are possible
If your budget requires it, a renovation can be planned in phases — bathrooms first, then kitchen, then full redecoration — with clear costs agreed for each phase before starting.
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Frequently asked questions about renovation costs
How much does a full home renovation cost on the Costa del Sol?
The indicative range for a full renovation is €800–€1,600 per m², depending on the property size, existing installation condition, materials chosen and final scope. An 80m² apartment renovated completely could range from approximately €64,000 to €128,000. A site visit is always required to produce an accurate quote.
How much does a full bathroom renovation cost?
A complete bathroom renovation — including demolition, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, sanitaryware, glass screen, vanity unit and lighting — typically ranges from €9,500 to €24,000 as a general guide. The range varies by bathroom size, existing condition and the finish level chosen.
How much does a kitchen renovation cost?
A complete kitchen renovation typically ranges from €9,000 to €32,000. Projects that include opening the kitchen into the living room, bespoke cabinetry or natural stone worktops tend toward the upper end of the range.
Why do renovation costs vary so much?
The cost depends on the floor area, the condition of existing installations, the quality level chosen, property access, whether the property is occupied during works and whether permits are required. This is why the actual budget can only be prepared after a site visit.
Are renovations in Marbella or Benahavís more expensive?
There is no automatic price premium for being in Marbella or Benahavís, but properties in these areas often involve higher material quality requirements, restricted access to private urbanisations and more complex coordination — all of which can push costs toward the upper range.
Is a renovation in Spain more or less expensive than in the UK?
Renovation costs in Spain are generally comparable to the UK for mid-range projects and can be lower for equivalent quality, particularly for labour. However, direct comparison is difficult because specification levels, what's included in a quote and VAT treatment differ. The most reliable approach is to request a detailed written quote for your specific property.
Do non-resident owners pay more for renovations?
No. The cost of the renovation itself does not change based on residency status. The scope, materials and labour are priced the same. Remote project management — coordinating access and keeping you updated while you're abroad — is a service we include as standard.
Does the indicative calculator give a fixed price?
No. The calculator provides an orientative range based on the inputs you enter. The actual budget requires a site visit to review exact dimensions, existing installation condition and agreed specifications.
Do you provide personalised quotes after visiting the property?
Yes. We carry out a no-cost site assessment and then prepare a detailed written quote covering the exact scope, materials and conditions of the project. If you can't be present, we can coordinate access with a local keyholder.
What areas do you cover on the Costa del Sol?
We cover the entire Costa del Sol: Marbella, Benahavís, Estepona, Mijas, Fuengirola, Benalmádena, Torremolinos, Málaga city, Alhaurín de la Torre and surrounding areas.
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