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Long-term and mid-term rentals
Houses and Villas for Rent in Marbella and the Costa del Sol
Villas for rent in Marbella, Benahavís, Estepona and Málaga: a hand-picked portfolio of long-term and mid-term homes, with support in English, Spanish and German.
Renting on the Costa del Sol
Why rent with Why Malaga?
Renting on the Costa del Sol from abroad shouldn’t depend on outdated listings or blind viewings. We support you from the first search to the handover of the keys:A hand-picked portfolio: long-term and mid-term villas, penthouses and apartments in Marbella, Nueva Andalucía, Benahavís, Estepona and Málaga.A reviewed contract, no surprises: we explain the deposit, guarantees, included costs and exit terms before you sign.Remote viewings: live video calls so you can book from your home country with complete confidence.A coordinated arrival: with our relocation service we handle your NIE, padrón registration, utilities and school in parallel.
A hand-picked portfolio: long-term and mid-term villas, penthouses and apartments in Marbella, Nueva Andalucía, Benahavís, Estepona and Málaga.
A reviewed contract, no surprises: we explain the deposit, guarantees, included costs and exit terms before you sign.
Remote viewings: live video calls so you can book from your home country with complete confidence.
A coordinated arrival: with our relocation service we handle your NIE, padrón registration, utilities and school in parallel.
Featured rentals
Long-term and mid-term villas, penthouses and apartments in the best areas of the Costa del Sol. Indicative monthly prices; contact us for current availability.
Luxury 6-bedroom duplex villa Golden Mile with private pool, sea views & mountain setting
Cascada de Camojan, Marbella Golden Mile Details
STYLISH CONTEMPORARY 7-BEDROOM VILLA FOR SHORT-TERM RENTAL PUENTE ROMANO MARBELLA
Altos de Puente Romano, Marbella Golden Mile Details
Bright, Fully Renovated 3-Bed Apartment for Long-Term Rental — Benahavís
Soto de la Quinta, Benahavis Details
Luxury Frontline Golf Villa in Nueva Andalucía Near Puerto Banús
Los Naranjos Golf, Nueva Andalucia Details
Contemporary 6-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Panoramic Sea, Golf & La Concha Views
Paraiso Alto, Benahavis Details
Luxury Duplex Penthouse in Nueva Andalucía with Private Heated Pool
La Morelia de Marbella, Nueva Andalucia Details
Guide to renting in Marbella and the Costa del Sol
Which type of rental to choose, where to live and how we work with you.
Long-term or mid-term
The type of contract depends on how the home is actually used. Read our complete guide.
Long-term rental
To make it your main home: a one-year contract renewable for up to five years, a one-month deposit and maximum tenant protection.
Mid-term rental
From one to eleven months, for a temporary reason: a job relocation, the school year, renovation works or a trial period before buying.
Villas for rent in Marbella and nearby areas: indicative prices
Monthly starting prices for houses, villas and apartments for rent published in our portfolio (October 2026). As a market reference, a 60–90 m² flat in Marbella costs around €1,900 a month (Enalquiler, September 2026).
Golden Mile
Beachside luxury and Puente Romano. Townhouses and 3-bedroom apartments from €4,000/month.
Nueva Andalucía
The "Golf Valley", with international schools minutes away. Penthouses from €5,500/month and villas from €7,500/month.
Marbella East
Quiet communities and beaches such as Los Monteros or Cabopino. Mid-term villas from €5,500/month.
Benahavís
Privacy, golf and nature in gated communities such as La Quinta. Apartments from €2,500/month.
Estepona and New Golden Mile
New builds and a family atmosphere with the best value for money. Apartments from €2,100/month and villas from €7,500/month.
Málaga city
Urban life, culture and connections. A smaller selection: contact us and we'll send you tailored options.
How we work
A clear process, with a single point of contact from start to finish.
1. Tell us what you need
Area, dates, monthly budget, number of people, pets and any school or work requirements.
2. Selection and viewings
We send you a tailored selection and arrange viewings in person or by live video call.
3. A reviewed contract
We go through the deposit, guarantees, included costs and terms with you before you sign, in your language.
4. Keys and arrival
An inventory on handover day and, if you need it, full relocation: NIE, utilities and school.
Own a villa on the Costa del Sol? We'll help you rent it out
We connect your home with international families, relocated executives and future buyers looking for long-term and mid-term rentals. We take care of the presentation, tenant selection and the contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about villas for rent in Marbella and the Costa del Sol
Renting a villa or an apartment on the Costa del Sol as a foreigner raises very specific questions: which contract to sign, which guarantees are required, what the price includes or how far ahead to start looking. These are the questions our clients ask us most. To go deeper, read our guide to long-term and mid-term rentals in Marbella.
We mainly work with two types. Long-term rentals, as a main residence, with one-year contracts renewable for up to five years. And mid-term rentals, from one to eleven months, designed for job relocations, the school year, renovation works at home or a trial period before buying. Some villas are also available for short summer stays; each listing shows which option is available.
It depends on the area, size and length of stay. As a reference, a 60–90 m² flat in Marbella costs around €1,900 a month. In the premium segment, three-bedroom apartments near the beach start at about €5,000 a month and family villas with a pool range from €7,500 to over €25,000 a month, depending on location and services included.
Passport or ID card, proof of income (employment contract or relocation letter, payslips, tax return or bank statements) and, if possible, references from your previous landlord or your employer. An NIE is not always essential to sign, but you will need it for utilities and padrón registration.
The legal deposit is one month’s rent for a main residence and two months for a mid-term rental, and in Andalusia the landlord must lodge it with AVRA. An additional guarantee (cash deposit or bank guarantee) is also common; for main-residence contracts it is legally capped at two months’ rent.
For main-residence contracts, agency management fees are paid by the landlord, as set out in Spain’s Housing Act. For mid-term rentals or short stays, we tell you in writing about any cost before you book, with no surprises.
We recommend starting two to three months before your move-in date. Demand peaks between May and August, when families look for a home before the new school year, and the best homes are reserved within days. Having your documents ready makes all the difference.
Yes. We arrange live video-call viewings, send you videos and documentation of the property and review the contract with you before signing. Many of our clients book from their home country and arrive with everything ready.
It depends on each home. Usually the tenant pays consumption (electricity, water, gas and internet), while IBI property tax and community fees are paid by the owner. For villas, check whether the gardener and pool maintenance are included: they can add several hundred euros a month. We set it all out for you before you sign.
It depends on the owner and the community rules. Many villas with gardens accept dogs, sometimes with an additional guarantee. Let us know from the start and we will only suggest suitable homes.
Yes, although most of our portfolio is between Marbella, Benahavís and Estepona. If you are looking in Málaga city, Mijas or Benalmádena, tell us what you need and we will send you options, including homes that are not on our public listing.
That is what we recommend to most of our clients. Living in the area for six or twelve months lets you choose a community based on real experience. When the time comes, you will have access to our portfolio of properties for sale and to off-market opportunities.
Yes. With our relocation service we coordinate your rental together with the NIE, padrón registration, utilities, school and healthcare, through a single point of contact.
Yes. We are looking for quality villas, penthouses and apartments on the Costa del Sol for international long-term and mid-term clients. We handle the presentation of the home, tenant selection and the contract. Contact us and we will propose a strategy.
Spanish, English and German, in person at our office at Plaza de la Marina 2 (Malaga) or by video call.
Looking for a rental home on the Costa del Sol?
Tell us the area, dates, monthly budget and number of people, and we will send you a personalised selection of available homes, including ones not on our public listing. If you are an owner, we will help you rent your home to international clients.
Residential areas
Exclusivity in the most distinguished locations
From contemporary villas in the hills of Marbella and Estepona to state-of-the-art penthouses in the financial centre of Malaga or the residential exclusivity of Higuerón, we select only the environments that guarantee sustained appreciation and an unrivalled lifestyle.
