Renovations in Calahonda

Calahonda is practically synonymous with British residential developments on the Costa del Sol. A vast spread of gated communities between the N-340 and the sea, dominated by 1980s and 1990s apartments and townhouses, with a largely British, Irish, Scandinavian and German population at or near retirement. The operational quirk is that almost any work is carried out inside a community of owners with its own rules: hours, access, waste, façade alterations and common-element changes. Coordinating with HOAs and administrators weighs as much as the build itself.

What we do in Calahonda

The most common projects:

• Apartment renovation in a gated community — Calahonda Royal, Calahonda Palace, El Capricho, Riviera del Sol and similar: open-plan kitchen, walk-in showers, porcelain floors, external joinery with thermal break (a must here because of the salt air)
• Townhouse renovation — terraced homes in gated complexes: interior reconfiguration, bathroom modernisation, refurbished top terrace with new flooring and waterproofing, often glazed enclosure of the porch
• Upgrades for short-term lets — properties converted for Booking/Airbnb: built-in furniture, efficient appliances, neutral décor, smart lock, self check-in
• Common works coordinated with HOAs — replacing downpipes, treating damp in common areas, board-approved modifications
• Private terrace renovation — waterproofing, non-slip outdoor ceramic flooring, glass curtains, motorised awnings
• Mobility adaptations — replacing steps with ramps, level-access showers, grab rails, widened doors — frequent for retired owners

We handle minor works licences at Mijas town hall and, in parallel, the prior notification and approval from the community of owners when the work requires it.

Postcodes we cover

Calahonda shares its postcode with several developments along the Mijas Costa corridor:

• 29649 — Calahonda, La Cala de Mijas, Riviera del Sol, Miraflores, El Chaparral, Cabopino

At no extra charge we also cover Marbella east (Elviria, Las Chapas) and Fuengirola (29640).

Cost of a renovation in Calahonda

The market is mid-to-upper apartment level with international owners. Indicative ranges:

• Kitchen renovation (apartment): €7,000–€18,000
• Full bathroom renovation: €4,000–€10,000
• Full apartment renovation 70–100 m²: €40,000–€95,000
• Full townhouse renovation 120–160 m²: €70,000–€140,000
• Terrace renovation with waterproofing and new flooring (20–35 m²): €4,000–€9,500
• Glass curtain on terrace: €450–€650/m² installed

Fixed quotation in writing within 24–72 hours. For non-resident owners, the quotation and works reports are delivered in English on request.

Why choose Reformas Costa Sol in Calahonda?

1. English-speaking project manager assigned to every job. A single point of contact who reports progress, queries and decisions to the owner in their own language
2. HOA and administrator coordination. Formal authorisation requests, submission of drawings where required, compliance with working hours (in Calahonda typically 8.30–17.30, restricted on Saturdays), covered skips for waste
3. Weekly photo reports for non-resident owners. Video-call virtual visit on Fridays at the client’s request; change approvals confirmed in writing by email
4. Key collection and handover with documented custody. Photographic inventory on entry and exit, particularly useful for owners living in the UK or northern Europe
5. Registered company with NIF, employees on Social Security, professional liability insurance and 5-year workmanship guarantee

Request a free quotation or call +34 624 37 99 17.