For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available1-Bed Apartment in Royal Marbella Golf Resort, Benahavís
Residential complexRoyal Marbella Golf ResortGated community
€220,000€250,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 70 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5400091Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benahavis, Costa del Sol. This 70sqm ground-floor residence at Royal Marbella Golf Resort offers the rare combination of compact living and exclusive outdoor space, with an east-facing orientation that floods the interior with morning light. The private pool transforms this apartment into something beyond typical one-bedroom living, creating an outdoor retreat without the maintenance demands of a villa.
Inside, the layout maximises the 70 square metres with a fully equipped kitchen, fitted wardrobes throughout, and air conditioning in all rooms. The ground-floor position allows direct access to the private pool area, while the furnished interiors include everything needed for immediate occupation. One bathroom serves the single bedroom, and the east-facing windows ensure natural light reaches the living spaces during the first half of the day. The apartment has been maintained in excellent condition since its 2007 construction, with no renovations required.
Royal Marbella Golf Resort sits within El Paraíso, surrounded by four golf courses including the adjacent El Paraíso Golf Club, accessible within a three-minute walk. The development provides a communal swimming pool, landscaped gardens, lift access, and 24-hour concierge services. San Pedro de Alcántara lies 5 kilometres east, reachable in seven minutes by car, whilst Puerto Banús marina sits 8 kilometres away. The resort's position in the hills above the coast places it equidistant between Marbella and Estepona, with the AP-7 motorway 2 kilometres south providing direct connections to Málaga Airport in 50 minutes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Mains gas
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 70 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Complex
- Royal Marbella Golf Resort
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexRoyal Marbella Golf ResortMap shows the Royal Marbella Golf Resort complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa del Sol Villacana
7 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
9 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
14 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
9 mindrive
spanish school
6 mindrive
Mercadona
23 minwalk
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
10 mindrive
Pharmacy
8 mindrive
Mustang
9 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
12 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
56 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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.
