- Manilva new build apartments range from €2,000 to €3,900 per m² in 2026.
- Inland hillside units without sea view sit at €2,000 to €2,400 per m².
- Sea view 2 beds sit at €2,700 to €3,400 per m².
- Sea plus Gibraltar view premium floors reach €3,400 to €3,900 per m².
- Nylva Homes entry at €296,010 for 102 m² is around €2,900 per m², mid-range for the sea view band.
Most “Manilva price per m²” articles on the internet are either out of date or take their numbers from a single listing site without checking them. This page gives you the 2026 figures by bedroom count and view type, sourced from public listings on Idealista, Fotocasa, Engel and Völkers, and direct developer asking prices verified in Q1 and Q2 2026. The numbers are for new builds; resale prices are different and typically lower.
How much does a new build in Manilva cost per m² in 2026?
Full range by category:
- 2 bed, inland hillside, no sea view. €2,000 to €2,400 per m².
- 2 bed, partial sea view, middle of development. €2,400 to €2,700 per m².
- 2 bed, full sea view, middle floor. €2,700 to €3,100 per m².
- 2 bed, sea plus Gibraltar view, higher floor. €3,100 to €3,400 per m².
- 3 bed, inland or partial view. €2,300 to €2,800 per m².
- 3 bed, full sea view. €2,800 to €3,300 per m².
- Penthouse 3 bed, full panorama. €3,400 to €3,900 per m².
How does Nylva Homes compare to the Manilva range?
Nylva Homes entry 2 bed is €296,010 for 102 m² interior area, which is around €2,902 per m². That sits in the middle of the sea view band for Manilva, not at the top. Upper-floor 2 beds at Nylva run closer to €3,200 to €3,400 per m². The penthouse 3 beds run around €3,500 to €3,900 per m² at the flagship end. Compared to the Manilva range as a whole, Nylva is priced at what we believe is fair value for the view and the specification: not the cheapest, not the most expensive.
How does Manilva compare on per-m² to neighbouring towns?
- Manilva: €2,000 to €3,900 per m² (full range, new build).
- Estepona: €3,500 to €5,500 per m² (sea view new build).
- Marbella (Elviria, Calahonda): €3,500 to €4,500 per m².
- Marbella (core, Golden Mile): €4,500 to €8,000+ per m².
- Sotogrande: €4,500 to €6,500 per m² (sea view new build).
- Casares Costa: €3,000 to €4,500 per m² (sea view new build).
Manilva is consistently the cheapest of its immediate neighbours by per-m² measure. The gap to Sotogrande is the largest and most often discussed; the gap to Estepona is smaller but still real.
How have Manilva prices moved in recent years?
Published public data shows Manilva new build asking prices up roughly 35 to 45 percent over the past 5 years, broadly in line with the wider Costa del Sol. The sharpest increases were 2021 to 2023. 2024 to 2026 have been flatter as supply caught up with demand at the higher end. We do not forecast where prices go from here.
Does the energy rating affect the per-m² price?
Yes, modestly. Energy cert A new builds typically command a small premium over cert B equivalents (€100 to €300 per m² on a comparable unit). That premium is likely to widen as EU minimum performance rules tighten across the decade. Nylva Homes is cert A across all 45 units.
What is NOT included in the per-m² figure?
The per-m² number is the headline sale price divided by the interior floor area. It does NOT include:
- Buying costs (VAT, stamp duty, notary, registry, lawyer). Add 12 to 14 percent on top.
- Terrace area (terraces are usually valued at 50 percent of interior per m² in Andalucía).
- Parking and storeroom (included at Nylva, sometimes separate at other developments).
- Furniture packs (optional extras on most new builds, €8,000 to €20,000 range).
If you want a direct comparison with another development, compare like for like: interior area only, same buying cost basis, same parking inclusion.
Related reading
- Manilva vs Marbella price comparison
- Manilva vs Estepona under €350K
- Why Manilva is the last affordable stretch
- Total buying costs on a €296,010 new build
- New build apartments at Nylva Homes
All price data reflects public listings and verified asking prices as of Q1 and Q2 2026. Prices correct at time of publication. No forecasts of future price movements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price per square metre for new builds in Manilva in 2026?
Full range is €2,000 to €3,900 per m² depending on view, floor and bedroom count. Sea view 2 beds sit at €2,700 to €3,400 per m². Inland no-view units sit at €2,000 to €2,400. Penthouses with the full panorama reach up to €3,900. Nylva Homes entry is around €2,900 per m², mid-range for sea view stock.
Is Manilva the cheapest Costa del Sol location for new builds?
Among established western Costa del Sol towns, yes. Manilva is cheaper per m² than Estepona, Marbella, Sotogrande and Casares Costa for equivalent new build quality. Only inland villages further from the coast come in lower, and those do not offer sea views.
How much does a 2 bed with a sea view cost per m² in Manilva?
€2,700 to €3,400 per m² in 2026 depending on floor, orientation and view quality. Top floor sea view plus Gibraltar units are at the upper end. Middle floor sea view units sit around €2,900 to €3,100 per m².
Does SW orientation add to the price per m²?
Yes, a modest premium. SW-facing sea view units typically run €200 to €400 per m² above equivalent south-facing or south-east facing units because of the sunset axis and the Gibraltar sight line. At Nylva every unit is SW-facing, which is already priced into the entry.
How do penthouse prices per m² compare?
Penthouses with full panorama and large terraces run €3,400 to €3,900 per m² at the top of the Manilva market in 2026. The Nylva Homes flagship penthouse sits at the upper end of that range. The penthouse premium exists because there is one per building and they carry the largest terrace area.
How have Manilva prices moved over the past five years?
Public data shows Manilva new build asking prices up roughly 35 to 45 percent over the past 5 years. Sharpest increases were 2021 to 2023. 2024 to 2026 have been flatter. These are asking price movements; actual transaction prices may differ.
What is included in the per-m² calculation?
The headline sale price divided by interior floor area only. It does not include terrace (usually valued at 50 percent of interior per m²), parking, storeroom, buying costs or furniture packs. Always compare like for like when checking another development.
Does the energy rating affect price per m²?
Yes, modestly. Cert A new builds typically command a €100 to €300 per m² premium over cert B equivalents. That premium is likely to widen as EU minimum performance rules tighten. Nylva is cert A across all 45 units.
What is the cheapest new build per m² in Manilva?
Inland hillside units without sea view sit around €2,000 to €2,400 per m² at the entry end. If you do not care about the view and want the cheapest Manilva new build, this is the band to look at. Most of these developments are 5 to 10 minutes drive from the sea.
What is the most expensive new build per m² in Manilva?
Top floor penthouses with full sea and Gibraltar view and large terraces. €3,900 per m² is the current ceiling for well-specced 2026 new builds. Prices above that would need something exceptional on spec or location.
How does Manilva price per m² compare with Marbella?
Manilva at €2,700 to €3,400 for sea view vs Marbella at €4,500 to €8,000+. Marbella core is 40 to 55 percent higher per m². Marbella outskirts (Elviria, Calahonda) still run 20 to 30 percent above Manilva.
How does Manilva compare with Sotogrande per m²?
Sotogrande sits at €4,500 to €6,500 per m² for new build sea view apartments, roughly 50 percent higher than Manilva. Both share the same view axis and climate, so the gap reflects the brand premium and gated-community premium of Sotogrande rather than any practical difference in the apartments.
Are Manilva prices expected to rise further?
We do not forecast prices. What we observe is that land supply for sea view new builds in Manilva is still reasonably healthy, which is a moderating factor, and that the gap to Marbella and Sotogrande remains wide enough to keep attracting buyers. Whether that translates into future appreciation is unknowable.
Is it worth paying more for a sea view over a cheaper inland unit?
For most buyers, yes. The difference between cert A and cert B is dwarfed by the difference between a sea view you enjoy every day and an inland unit you bought because it was cheaper. If you are buying to live here, pay for the view. If you are buying strictly as an income property, the math is different and we do not help with that analysis.