Realistic rental yield numbers for the western Costa del Sol — not inflated projections.
Holiday Rental (Short-Term)
Modern 2-bed with sea views in Manilva area:
Peak (Jul-Aug): €140-€180/night. High (Jun, Sep): €110-€150. Shoulder (Apr-May, Oct): €80-€120. Low (Nov-Mar): €50-€80.
At 180 occupied nights, avg €110/night = ~€19,800 gross. On €300,000: 6.6% gross yield.
Long-Term Rental
€800-€1,200/month. At €1,000/month = €12,000 gross. On €300,000: 4% gross yield.
Net Yield
After community fees, IBI, insurance, management, tax: 4-5% net for holiday, 2.5-3% for long-term.
Capital Appreciation
Manilva prices rising 5-10% annually. A €300,000 off-plan could be worth €340-360K by completion. Combined with rental, total return is significantly higher than yield alone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What rental yield on the Costa del Sol?
Gross 5-7% for holiday rentals, ~4% for long-term. Net 3-5% and 2.5-3% respectively.
Holiday or long-term better?
Holiday yields higher but needs more management. Long-term provides steady, predictable income.