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Cost of Living in Marbella
Monthly Total
$2,965
$51,888
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,394
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$52
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,394
$24,395
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$171
$2,993
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$168
$2,940
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$480
$8,400
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$248
$4,340
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$190
$3,325
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$39
$683
Monthly Total
$2,965
$51,888
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