Full property renovation in Marbella for villas and apartments
Renovation specialists in Marbella. We manage the full project from start to finish — coordinating all trades on your behalf. English communication throughout. Assessment before any commitment.
Full renovation in Marbella: what it involves for high-value properties
A full renovation in Marbella covers everything from structural changes and new layouts to plumbing, electrical, flooring, bathrooms, kitchen, bespoke carpentry and finishes. Properties in Marbella's private urbanisations come with specific requirements: access coordination with building management, compliance with community rules, and materials suited to the coastal environment. We manage every aspect of the project — from the initial assessment and quotation through to final handover. You don't need to be present.
Where we work in Marbella
We work across Marbella and its urbanisations: Golden Mile, Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús, Guadalmina, Los Monteros, El Rosario and La Quinta. Each area has its own profile: the Golden Mile has restricted access and specific community rules; Nueva Andalucía concentrates villas with gardens and pools; Puerto Banús has compact apartments where the layout matters. We know the conditions in each zone and coordinate accordingly.
Remote renovation management for non-resident owners
Many of our clients in Marbella are non-resident owners who manage their properties from abroad. We handle the project end to end: we coordinate access with the community, supervise daily progress, resolve issues autonomously and keep you updated at every stage. The quotation is prepared after a site assessment and reflects exactly what's been agreed. Any change to the original scope is communicated and approved before work begins.
Renovating for personal use vs investment: what changes in Marbella
Two distinct owner profiles drive renovation decisions in Marbella. Personal-use owners prioritise functionality, long-term durability and comfort: open layouts, low-maintenance materials, efficient systems. Investment-focused owners prioritise visual impact, durability under intensive use and elements that lift perceived value — large-format flooring, open kitchen, walk-in shower bathrooms. When the goal is value uplift, we direct the project toward the elements that most affect sale price or rental yield, avoiding spend on items that don't add market value.
Typical renovation timelines in Marbella
A full renovation of an 80–100 m² apartment typically takes 10 to 16 weeks. A 200–300 m² villa with a full scope usually requires between 4 and 7 months. Actual timelines depend on scope, the existing condition of the property and layout complexity. The works programme is confirmed before starting, with phase milestones: demolition, services, finishes, joinery and handover. Any scope change or technical issue is communicated immediately with the timeline impact, before any action is taken.
A full renovation strips the property back to bare shell and rebuilds it completely: layout, plumbing, electrics, heating and cooling, brickwork, joinery and finishes, under a single project and a single point of coordination. It starts with a design and a real on-site survey, not a generic quote, and with the right municipal permit: a declaración responsable or a major works licence, depending on the scope.
The decisions that set the schedule and the outcome
The hidden services. Multilayer or PEX plumbing and electrics to REBT standard, with their own consumer unit and independent circuits, plus waterproofing under shower trays and terraces. It is the work you never see and the one most often underestimated: every stage is checked before it is closed up.
The materials exposed to salt air. Sea breeze accelerates corrosion, so the priority is external aluminium joinery, anodised or high-quality lacquered, with a thermal break, double glazing and stainless fittings. Inside, large-format porcelain, which reduces grout lines and gives visual continuity, and compact-surface worktops that resist scratching and staining. Heating is usually an air-source heat pump with underfloor heating or ducted air.
The community and the town hall. Any work to the facade, terrace or soil pipes needs the consent of the owners' community and must respect the look of the building. Permits vary from town to town (Marbella, Estepona, Mijas, Fuengirola and Benalmádena each have their own procedures and fees) and the CTE building code sets requirements for thermal and acoustic insulation and hygiene. On second homes, much of the work is coordinated remotely with the owner.
A full renovation of a 90-100 m2 flat takes 8 to 14 weeks; a villa, considerably longer. In-house team, one site manager, turnkey handover with installation certificates (electrical certificate) and a 5-year guarantee on the workmanship. Renovating since 2010. The full process and materials are set out in our guide to full home renovation on the Costa del Sol.
What a full renovation in Marbella involves
Two entirely different kinds of project coexist in Marbella, and it is worth knowing which one you are in before asking for a quotation. The apartment in a gated community — Golden Mile, Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía — is refurbished within its development's rules: working hours, access, protection of communal areas and, often, restrictions on what may be touched on the facade or terrace. The villa on the hillside — Sierra Blanca, Cascada de Camoján, Nagüeles — behaves like a full rehabilitation, with the roof, the envelope and the plot within scope.
The schedule is not set by the works but by the season. Many of these homes are let, so the execution window is defined in advance and the timescale shapes decisions that would be free elsewhere: which items carry factory lead times, when the joinery has to be ordered, what can overlap and what cannot.
And a third factor changes the day-to-day: the owner usually lives outside Spain and follows the work remotely. That makes documentation part of the job — decisions in writing, dated progress, and one person who answers. We manage the project in Spanish and English, which on this stretch of coast is rarely optional.
In a gated community, the prior notice is submitted by the owner; if they would rather not deal with it, we can handle that paperwork as a separate service.
How much a full renovation costs in Marbella
A full renovation starts at €15,000, with most projects sitting above €20,000. The difference comes from the floor area and the scope: whether it includes full services, joinery and air conditioning, or only part of them. The workmanship is the same in every case, because we work with our own team.
Renovating in Marbella: local context
Renovating in Marbella is unlike anywhere else on the Costa del Sol. High-standing apartments inside gated Golden Mile communities sit alongside 600 m² villas in Sierra Blanca or Cascada de Camoján, and owners frequently live abroad, following the works remotely. That means premium finishes, timelines that respect the rental season, and flawless coordination with each urbanisation's community rules. At Costa del Sol Reformas we bring completed projects, our own in-house team and a 5-year guarantee, and we approach renovations in Marbella with a clear grasp of its international, premium character — from the full refurbishment of a hillside villa to fitting out a penthouse overlooking Puerto Banús.
Where we work: Milla de Oro (Golden Mile), Sierra Blanca y Cascada de Camoján, Nagüeles, Nueva Andalucía (Valle del Golf), Puerto Banús, Casco Antiguo.
How we work in Marbella
Why Costa del Sol Reformas
Costa del Sol Reformas is a renovation company in Marbella operating since 2010. Own team, fixed price and 5-year written guarantee on all projects.
Frequently asked questions
Do you renovate villas in the Golden Mile and private urbanisations in Marbella?
Yes. We have experience renovating villas in Marbella's private urbanisations, including properties with controlled access and specific community rules. We manage all coordination with building management on your behalf.
Can you manage the full renovation if I'm not based in Marbella?
Yes. We coordinate access, supervise all work and keep you updated throughout the project. You don't need to be present. Any decisions that require your input are communicated clearly and promptly.
What does a full renovation in Marbella include?
A full renovation covers everything from demolition and new layout through to plumbing, electrical, flooring, bathrooms, kitchen, carpentry, painting and finishes. The exact scope is agreed with you in advance and set out in the written quotation.
How long does a full villa renovation in Marbella take?
The timeline depends on the size and scope. A full renovation of a 200–300 m² villa typically takes between 4 and 7 months. We set a realistic timeline in the quotation, after the site assessment.
How do I get a quotation for my property in Marbella?
We carry out an initial site assessment at no cost. The quotation is presented in writing, with a detailed breakdown of works, materials and conditions. No commitment required.
How much does it cost to renovate a penthouse in Puerto Banús?
A full renovation of a 120–150 m² penthouse in Puerto Banús — including bathrooms, kitchen, flooring, services and finishes — typically ranges from €90,000 to €180,000 depending on the finish level and layout changes required. An accurate quote requires a site assessment.
Do you work in Benahavís, La Zagaleta and other gated communities?
Yes. We work throughout the Benahavís municipality, including La Zagaleta, Monte Mayor, La Heredia and El Madroñal. These areas have specific requirements: strict vehicle access controls, detailed community bylaws and high finish expectations. We are familiar with the coordination processes in these urbanisations.
What's the difference between renovating a Marbella villa for rental vs personal use?
For rental, we prioritise durable surfaces, easy maintenance, strong visual impact and fast turnaround. For personal use, we focus on long-term comfort, energy efficiency, bespoke layouts and higher finish levels. The scope and material choices differ — we advise on both approaches during the site assessment.
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