New development · Costa del Sol · Estepona

Apron Estepona

€834,000 to €1,600,000

3 to 4 beds · 182 to 243 m² built

Ref HT5435869Updated daily · Last sync 27 August 2026

About this property

Overview

Apron Estepona is a small development of semi-detached villas on the western edge of the Costa del Sol. There are 23 homes, each with three or four bedrooms and built areas ranging from 182 to 243 square metres. The design is modern and straightforward, with open-plan ground floors and terraces that push living space outdoors. You can choose internal finishes from a range set by the developer, so each home can look different inside.

The villas share a communal pool and each house has surface parking for two cars. Estepona town centre is a five-minute drive, and the beach is about the same distance by car. There is no golf course or marina within walking distance, so you need transport for most activities. The immediate surroundings are residential, quiet, and low-density.

This suits buyers who want a modern villa with space for a family, without paying the premium for a frontline position or a gated resort. The three-bedroom layouts work well as a permanent home or a long-let rental, while the larger four-bedroom versions give you flexibility if household size changes. The setting is calm, but it does mean you drive rather than walk to restaurants, supermarkets and the seafront.

The main drawback is that the development lacks its own character or wider amenities. There is a pool, but no gym, concierge or clubhouse. You are buying a well-built villa in a quiet spot, not a lifestyle package.

Property details

Specifications

Reference
HT5435869
Property type
Villa
Bedrooms
3 to 4
Bathrooms
2.5 to 3
Built area
182 m² to 243 m²
Price range
€834,000 to €1,600,000
City
Estepona
Coast
Costa del Sol

Location

Estepona

Estepona

Exact location available on request. This development is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.

18 questions answered

Apron Estepona: Frequently Asked Questions

Built areas run from 182 to 243 square metres. The three-bedroom homes sit at the smaller end of that range, while the four-bedroom villas take the upper portion. All layouts are semi-detached and spread over two floors, with open-plan ground floors and bedrooms upstairs.

Each villa has its own terrace, but the pool is communal and shared across all 23 homes. You maintain your own terrace and the developer manages the pool and surrounding landscaping through a community fee. There are no private gardens with grass or planting beds.

Very little. The setting is residential and low-density, so you need a car for supermarkets, restaurants, the beach and Estepona town centre. Surface parking for two cars comes with each villa, and that reflects how you will use the location day to day.

No, it is an open development. The surrounding area is quiet and suburban rather than resort-based, so most buyers here prioritise space and privacy over controlled access. If a manned gate and perimeter security matter to you, look at the larger gated communities closer to the coast.

The three-bedroom layouts suit annual rentals to families or professionals relocating to Estepona, and the four-bedroom versions give tenants space without stretching into luxury budgets. The lack of resort facilities means this appeals to renters looking for a home rather than a holiday base, and the town centre is close enough by car for schools and work.

Buying off-plan in Estepona 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 Villa

€4,582 / m²

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