Short-term rentals in Málaga: furnished apartments by the month, without long contracts

A short-term rental in Málaga is a furnished apartment you book for a few weeks or several months, with flexible dates and no long contract. It suits remote workers, professionals on assignment, families between homes and anyone escaping a grey northern winter. At Living4malaga we offer monthly rentals in the heart of Málaga and close to the sea, ready to move into with just your suitcase and looked after by local hosts who pick up the phone when you call.

The apartments in this selection are prepared for longer stays. If you want to stay right in the old town for several months, have a look at our mid-term accommodation in Málaga city centre, and if your trip is a matter of nights rather than weeks, our holiday accommodation in Málaga is the better place to start.

Why rent an apartment in Málaga short term

A hotel room works for a long weekend. By the second week, most people start missing a kitchen, a sofa and a front door that opens onto a street they are beginning to recognise. A furnished apartment gives you all of that from the first night, without committing to a twelve-month lease.

• You live in a proper home, with space to unpack, cook your own meals and invite new friends over for dinner.
• Your dates fit your plans: arrive when your project starts and leave when it ends, with the option to extend if the apartment is still free.
• You agree one price for the whole stay, so your accommodation budget is settled before you land.
• Markets, cafés, museums and the beach are within walking distance, and in the centre you can happily live without a car.
• Our team in Málaga handles your arrival, any repair and the small questions that come up when you settle into a new city.

Living like a resident for a few weeks is the quickest way to find out whether Málaga is your city.

What to expect from a monthly stay with Living4malaga

Furnished and ready from day one

Each apartment comes furnished and equipped so you can cook, work and rest from the moment you drop your bags. Some have an open-plan kitchen, others a balcony over the street or access to communal facilities, and every listing above shows its exact layout and capacity. If something matters for your stay, such as a proper desk for video calls or a second bathroom, tell us and we will point you to the right option.

Flexible dates without long contracts

Some apartments in this selection work well for stays of a few weeks, while others are set up for mid-term stays of two to eleven months. For stays of a month or more we explain, in plain English and before you book, which type of agreement applies and what it covers. That way everything is clear long before you arrive.

Local hosts on hand during your stay

We live here, and that changes the kind of help you get. A tip on where to buy fresh fish at the Atarazanas market, a quick fix when the boiler plays up on a Saturday, the best bus to the beach on a Sunday morning. Behind every booking there is a small team in Málaga that knows each apartment and each street around it.

Who our monthly rentals in Málaga suit

• Remote workers and digital nomads who want sunshine, a good connection and a growing scene of coworking spaces in the centre and Soho.
• Professionals on assignment or seconded to a project, with María Zambrano station close by and high-speed trains to Madrid in under three hours.
• Families relocating to the Costa del Sol who need a comfortable base while they visit schools and look for a permanent home.
• Winter sun seekers who swap cold months at home for January afternoons around 17°C and lunch outdoors in the Plaza de la Merced.
• Students, researchers and visiting teachers on programmes at the University of Málaga or one of the city’s language schools.

Where to stay in Málaga for a month

Choosing the neighbourhood matters more on a long stay than on a weekend away, because it shapes your daily routine: where you buy bread, where you run, where you have your morning coffee.

Centro Histórico

Calle Larios, the Cathedral, the Picasso Museum and the Atarazanas market are all a short stroll away. It is the liveliest part of the city, so our advice as locals is to choose a street one block back from the main routes, where the evenings are quieter. Browse our apartments in Málaga city centre if you want everything on foot.

Soho

Between the river and the port, Soho has street murals, the Contemporary Art Centre, small independent cafés and a creative crowd that makes it a favourite with remote workers. Muelle Uno and the sea are five minutes away. You can see the options in our Soho Málaga apartments.

La Malagueta, Pedregalejo and El Palo

If your ideal day ends with a swim, the east side of the city is for you. Early runs along the promenade, espetos of sardines grilled over olive wood at the chiringuitos, and sunsets with the smell of salt in the air. Our beach apartments in Málaga keep the sand within easy reach.

West of the river: El Perchel, Huelin and Carretera de Cádiz

These residential neighbourhoods offer more space for the money, big supermarkets and the Antonio Banderas promenade by the sea. They are a practical choice if you travel often by train, since the station and the metro are close at hand.

Living Málaga month by month

Can you picture answering emails on a sunny balcony in February, windows wide open? Every season has its own character here, and a longer stay lets you enjoy it at the local pace.

• Winter: Christmas lights over Calle Larios, uncrowded beaches and terraces full at lunchtime even in January.
• Spring: the scent of orange blossom, the Holy Week processions and the Málaga Film Festival filling the old town with cinema.
• Summer: the August Feria, the night of San Juan on the beach and an after-work swim as part of the routine.
• Autumn: a sea that stays warm well into October, quieter streets and the start of the theatre and concert season.

A local habit worth copying: have lunch late, around two or half past, and save the evening for a slow walk along the Paseo Marítimo.

How to book a short-term rental in Málaga with us

1. Choose the apartment in this selection that fits your dates, your budget and the number of people travelling.
2. Send us your dates and the reason for your stay (work, studies, relocation or an extended holiday) so we can confirm availability and the conditions that apply.
3. Receive a clear quote for the whole stay, with everything that is included spelled out.
4. Book directly with the Living4malaga team and ask us anything you need before travelling.
5. Arrive and settle in: we coordinate your check-in and share the local tips that make the first days easier.

Whenever you are ready, take another look at the apartments above and send us your dates. We will reply personally and help you find the home that suits the way you want to live Málaga.

Frequently asked questions about short-term rentals in Málaga

What is the minimum stay for a monthly rental in Málaga?

It depends on the apartment. Some in this selection accept stays of a few weeks, and others are designed for mid-term stays of two to eleven months. Each listing shows its conditions, and our team can confirm the options for your exact dates.

What is the difference between a holiday rental and a short-term rental?

A holiday rental is meant for tourist stays of a few nights or weeks. A short-term or monthly rental covers longer stays with a temporary purpose, such as work, studies or a move, and in Spain stays of several months are usually covered by a seasonal rental agreement rather than a long-term lease. We explain which one applies before you book.

Are bills and wifi included in the monthly price?

What is included varies between apartments and stay lengths, so we always detail it in your quote: utilities, internet, cleaning and any deposit. If you work remotely, let us know and we will tell you which apartments are best suited to daily video calls.

Can I extend my stay once I am in Málaga?

Yes, as long as the apartment is available for the extra dates. Tell us as early as possible and we will update your booking so you do not have to move.

Which area of Málaga is best for a stay of one or two months?

The Centro Histórico and Soho suit people who want to do everything on foot, with culture, restaurants and coworking spaces nearby. La Malagueta, Pedregalejo and El Palo suit those who want a beach routine, while the neighbourhoods west of the river offer more space and good train connections.

How do I get from Málaga airport to the city centre?

The C1 commuter train links the airport with María Zambrano station and Centro-Alameda in around 12 to 15 minutes, and there is also a direct express bus. A taxi takes about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic.