The Costa Property Podcast
Welcome to the Costa Property Podcast!
Your first step to making your dream home in Spain a reality.
We are Warner and Sandra, founders of WL Costa Properties. Eight years ago, we relocated from Ireland to Benalmádena, chasing our dream of owning a home in the sun and living an outdoor Mediterranean lifestyle with our family.
Our business was born from our own relocation journey, inspired by the advice, services, and support we wished had been available to us.
Now, through this podcast, we’re here to help you turn your dream into reality.
Join us each week as we share expert insights from life in spain, property lawyers, real estate agents, and relocation specialists, alongside practical advice and personal stories (with a dash of mindset along the way!)
From navigating Spanish property laws and securing financing to choosing the right location and building your ideal expat lifestyle, we cover it all! Including the highs and lows.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, a retiree, a digital nomad, or a family seeking a new adventure, this podcast will empower you to confidently make your move to the Costa del Sol.
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The Costa Property Podcast
#54 The Most Underrated Town on the Costa del Sol? Why We Chose Benalmádena
If you’re dreaming of a move to Spain - but Marbella feels overdone, and Málaga feels too hectic - there’s a place quietly ticking all the boxes for lifestyle buyers, families, and smart investors alike.
In this week’s episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra and Warner are lifting the lid on Benalmádena - their hometown, their base, and one of the most underrated places to buy property on the Costa del Sol.
You might know Benalmádena as a holiday spot- but trust us, there’s so much more beneath the surface.
It’s not just a tourist town. It’s a year-round, beautifully walkable, culturally rich hub with three distinct zones, top-tier international schools, easy access to Málaga and the airport, and a thriving international community that actually lives here - not just passes through.
Whether you’re relocating from a fast-paced city like London, Dublin or New York, or simply want a smart, lower-stress alternative to Marbella - this episode gives you the full picture.
You Will Discover:
✅ Why Benalmádena is a smart investment alternative to Marbella (without compromising lifestyle).
✅ What daily life actually looks like living here - from beach walks to top-rated international schools.
✅ The best zones to live in Benalmádena - and who each one is perfect for.
✅ The food scene: Warner & Sandra’s personal restaurant picks for every taste.
✅ How living here has impacted their family’s quality of life—and how it could shape yours too
Planning to buy a property in Spain?
- Download our Free Buyer’s Guide: https://wlcostaproperties.net/buyers-guide/
- WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net
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