The main difference from most towns on the Costa del Sol is the scale. La Cala is small enough to retain its own character, yet large enough to offer all essential amenities. The beach is wide, the promenade uncrowded and the Spanish atmosphere is noticeably intact compared to more touristially developed places.
New development is concentrated on the hills above the town, where villas and apartments with sea views are being built. A two-bedroom apartment here typically costs between 400,000 and 600,000 euros. A three-bedroom villa with sea views starts at around 750,000 euros, well below comparable properties in Marbella. Existing homes are sometimes available from 280,000 euros.
The rental market in La Cala is growing. The proximity of La Cala Golf Resort, one of the largest golf complexes in Spain with three courses, ensures a steady flow of golfers outside the summer season. Marbella is 20 minutes by car and Málaga Airport is reachable in half an hour. Buyers looking for the best of both worlds, a peaceful living environment with strong rental potential, increasingly find that combination in La Cala de Mijas.
