For sale · Costa del Sol · Málaga
Available1-Bed Apartment for Sale in Málaga
€235,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 68 m² built
Ref HT5520781Updated daily · Last sync 21 October 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment in Málaga, Costa del Sol, with aerothermal hot water technology completing in 2026. This new-build property in the Ortega y Gasset neighbourhood spans 68 square metres and arrives fully furnished with a fitted kitchen including integrated appliances, delivering immediate move-in convenience for buyers seeking modern efficiency without renovation delays.
The single bedroom accommodates double occupancy, whilst the bathroom features contemporary sanitaryware and finishes specified for 2026 completion standards. The kitchen comes equipped with built-in appliances and coordinated cabinetry, and the living space flows through an open layout maximising the 68-square-metre footprint. High-quality materials extend throughout, from flooring to fixtures, and the aerothermal system uses a heat pump to extract thermal energy from ambient air for domestic hot water production, reducing electricity consumption against conventional electric heaters by approximately 60 per cent.
Ortega y Gasset sits 2.5 kilometres north of Málaga Cathedral in a residential quarter that has developed rapidly over the past decade with new apartment blocks and local amenities. The location places you 15 minutes on foot from the historic centre, where the cathedral, museums, and pedestrianised shopping streets converge around Plaza de la Constitución. Málaga-María Zambrano railway station lies 1.8 kilometres west, connecting to the airport in 12 minutes and to Fuengirola, Torremolinos, and other coastal towns via the C-1 Cercanías line. The property qualifies as both a permanent residence and a rental investment given Málaga's year-round tourism and expanding digital nomad population, with completion scheduled for 2026 and aerothermal certification reducing ongoing energy costs.
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Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 68 m²
- New build
- Yes
- City
- Málaga
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Málaga
Map shows the approximate Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in MálagaCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Andrés
20 mindrive
Club de Golf de Guadalhorce
32 mindrive
IGY Málaga Marina
25 mindrive
Hospital Materno Infantil
17 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
36 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Málaga
Can foreigners buy property in Málaga?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Málaga. You will need a Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) before signing the title deed, plus a Spanish bank account for the transfer. The full purchase typically completes 6 to 10 weeks from signing the reservation contract.
What is an NIE and how do I get one?
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is your Spanish tax ID and is mandatory for buying property, opening a bank account or paying taxes. You can apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or in person in Spain. Your lawyer can also obtain it on your behalf with a power of attorney, typically 2 to 4 weeks.
Do I need a Spanish lawyer?
Strongly recommended. An independent lawyer (abogado), separate from the agent and seller, verifies title, checks for debts and planning issues, drafts contracts and represents you at the notary. Typical fee is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT, with a minimum around €1,500.
How long does completion take?
From accepted offer to keys: 6 to 10 weeks for a resale, 30 to 45 days from reservation if no mortgage is needed. New-build off-plan completes when the development is delivered, often 18 to 36 months after reservation, with staged payments along the way.
What taxes will I pay buying a property in Málaga?
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.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
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.
Are agent fees paid by the buyer or seller?
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.
Can non-residents get a Spanish mortgage?
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.
Should I get pre-approval before viewing?
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.
