New development · Costa del Sol · Benahavís

The Sky Marbella Apartments

€1,495,000 to €4,950,000

2 to 5 beds · 129 to 402 m² built · Est. completion Q3 2027

Ref HT4967602Updated daily · Last sync 26 August 2026

About this property

Overview

The Sky Marbella Apartments sits on a hillside above the AP-7 motorway in Benahavís, between La Quinta and El Madroñal. The elevation gives panoramic views across the Mediterranean and back towards the Sierra Blanca mountains. The setting is quiet and residential, surrounded by similar low-density urbanisations rather than shops or restaurants. You need a car for everything except a walk in the surrounding hills.

The apartments range from 129 to 402 square metres, with two to five bedrooms. Terraces are large, from 99 to 557 square metres, and every apartment has its own pool on the terrace. The layouts are open-plan, with living and dining spaces flowing into the kitchen. Ground-floor apartments have direct garden access, and the penthouses are split over two floors. The specification includes Gunni & Trentino interiors and fitted kitchens with integrated appliances. Each apartment has garage parking included.

The hillside location suits buyers who want distance from the coast and value views and privacy over walking to amenities. Puerto Banús marina is a ten-minute drive, and the beach clubs and shops along the N-340 are similarly close by car. Benahavís village, which has a concentration of restaurants, is a short drive inland. The AP-7 is right below, so motorway noise may be noticeable depending on which apartment you choose and how the building is oriented.

This is a large scheme with 50 apartments and a separate phase of 16 villas, all within a gated complex with 24-hour security. The communal areas include a pool and gardens. The size of the development means a residents' community of over 60 households, which changes the character compared to a smaller block. Families looking for space and a controlled environment will find that here. Buyers wanting a more intimate setting or a village within walking distance will not.

Features

What this home includes

  • Pool
  • Private garden
  • Parking
  • Sea view

Property details

Specifications

Reference
HT4967602
Property type
Apartment
Bedrooms
2 to 5
Bathrooms
2 to 5
Built area
129 m² to 402 m²
Terrace
99 m² to 557 m²
Plot size
110 m²
Price range
€1,495,000 to €4,950,000
Est. completion
Q3 2027
Pool
Yes
Garden
Yes
Garage
Yes
Sea view
Yes
City
Benahavís
Coast
Costa del Sol

What's Nearby

Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
12 mindrive
Mercadona
7 mindrive
Dia
8 mindrive
Carrefour
9 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
18 minwalk
C.C. La Colonia
10 mindrive
265 restaurants & bars
within 10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
61 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.

Location

Benahavís

Location shown is the development site. This development is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.

The Sky Marbella Apartments is positioned above the AP-7, towards the mountains in Benahavís. This location offers easy access to the coast and the wider Costa del Sol without being right on the busy motorway. Málaga Airport is 47.9km away, roughly an hour's drive, making it convenient for regular travel. Daily essentials are close by, with Dia supermarket just 8 minutes away. This hillside position works well for buyers seeking a quieter base while staying connected to Benahavís amenities and the wider region.

18 questions answered

The Sky Marbella Apartments: Frequently Asked Questions

The nearest beach is 5.6 kilometres away at Playa Canina Ventura del Mar, which takes about 12 minutes by car. The hillside location in Benahavís means you cannot walk to the coast. You will use a car daily, both for the beach and for shops, restaurants and services.

Terraces range from 99 to 557 square metres, and every apartment has its own private pool on the terrace rather than sharing the communal pool below. Ground-floor apartments open directly onto garden space. The larger penthouses have the biggest terraces, split over two levels.

Málaga Airport is 48 kilometres away, about 61 minutes by car. The development sits inland of the AP-7 motorway with direct access, so the route is straightforward. The distance suits lock-up-and-leave use, though you will hear motorway noise from some apartments depending on orientation.

The hillside elevation gives sea views across the Mediterranean and mountain views towards the Sierra Blanca range. Most apartments also look over the communal gardens and pool. The panoramic aspect is the main reason for the inland location, but it comes with motorway noise as a trade-off.

Nothing is within walking distance except the surrounding hills. The nearest supermarket is 3.4 kilometres away, about eight minutes by car. Puerto Banús, Benahavís village and the coastal shops all require a car. This is a location for buyers who value views and privacy over proximity to amenities.

Buying off-plan in Benahavís means reserving a property before or during construction. You pay a reservation deposit (typically €6,000 to €12,000), then sign a private purchase contract within 30 days and pay a further 10 to 20% of the purchase price. Staged payments follow the construction milestones. The final 60 to 70% is paid at notary completion when the keys are handed over.

Under Spanish law (Law 57/1968 and its 2015 successor), all off-plan deposits must be covered by a bank guarantee or insurance policy. Your lawyer must verify this before you pay any money. If the developer fails to deliver, you can claim 100% of your deposit plus 6% annual interest. Never transfer funds without a confirmed guarantee in your name.

Spanish law mandates three tiers: a 10-year structural guarantee (Seguro Decenal) for serious structural defects, a 3-year guarantee for habitability issues (waterproofing, insulation, installations), and a 1-year guarantee on finishes and fixtures. These run from the date the licence of first occupation (licencia de primera ocupación) is issued.

New-build purchases are subject to 10% IVA (VAT) on the purchase price, plus 1.2% AJD (stamp duty) in Andalucía. Parking spaces or storage sold separately may attract 21% IVA. Add notary, land registry and legal fees (1 to 2%), budget 12 to 15% on top of the purchase price in total acquisition costs.

Most developers allow personalisation during the early construction phase, choices of floor tiles, kitchen units, bathroom fixtures, paint colours and sometimes layout tweaks. The window for changes is typically 3 to 6 months after signing the contract. Structural changes are rarely possible once work has started. Your sales representative will provide a customisation deadline and specification sheet.

Typical build time in coastal Spain is 18 to 30 months from licence grant to completion. Delays of 3 to 6 months are common due to weather, supply-chain or permit issues. Your contract should specify a longstop completion date and the compensation you are owed for any overrun. Always check whether the building licence has already been granted before reserving.

Key due-diligence points: (1) confirm the building licence is granted, not just applied for; (2) verify all deposits are bank-guaranteed in your name; (3) check the developer's track record and financial standing; (4) review the specification sheet and what is included in the price; (5) confirm the estimated completion date and longstop clause; (6) have an independent Spanish lawyer review the contract before you sign anything.

Yes, both are required before the final notary signing. You can reserve with a passport, but your Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) is needed for the private purchase contract and your Spanish bank account for the staged transfers. Your lawyer can obtain your NIE with a power of attorney in 2 to 4 weeks. Open the bank account on your first trip to Spain or remotely via certain Spanish banks.

Yes. Spanish banks lend to non-residents at typical LTVs of 60 to 70% of the lower of purchase price or valuation (vs 80% for residents). Rates are competitive with the rest of the eurozone. You will need 6 months of bank statements, tax returns and proof of income, pre-approval takes 2 to 4 weeks.

Recommended for serious buyers. A mortgage in principle confirms your budget, signals credibility to sellers and shortens completion. We can introduce you to specialist non-resident mortgage brokers familiar with the local market.

Resale property in Andalucía: ITP (transfer tax) at 7%. New-build: 10% IVA + 1.2% AJD (stamp duty). Plus notary, land registry and legal fees of roughly 1 to 2%. Budget 10 to 13% on top of the asking price for total acquisition costs.

Annual IBI (council tax) is typically 0.4 to 1.1% of cadastral value. Community fees on apartments and gated villas range €100 to €600/month depending on amenities. Non-resident owners pay an annual income tax based on cadastral value, plus utilities and home insurance.

In Spain the seller pays the agent commission (typically 3 to 6% + VAT), already baked into the asking price. Buyers do not pay agent fees on resale or new-build.

Market context

How it sits in the market

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This Apartment

€11,589 / m²

€11,589 × 129 m² = €1,495,000 asking · entry unit

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