For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available1-Bed Apartment in Hercules, Benalmádena
Residential complexHercules
€235,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 44 m² built
Ref HT5213653Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with sea views in Benalmadena Costa, Costa del Sol. The terrace captures partial Mediterranean vistas alongside garden outlooks, positioned on the ground floor of a building where the assembly recently voted to permit tourist licences. This fully renovated 44sqm space includes a 6sqm private terrace accessed directly from the living room.
The kitchen arrives fully equipped with integrated appliances, whilst the bedroom and bathroom occupy separate zones within the 52sqm built area. Furnishings transfer with the sale, including fitted wardrobes, a dining table, and living room seating configured for immediate occupation. The ground-floor position eliminates lift dependency and provides level access to the communal areas. One designated parking space sits within the community grounds, with water consumption included in the monthly fees.
Hercules complex maintains five communal swimming pools distributed across landscaped gardens, supported by 24-hour reception and concierge services at the main entrance. The beachfront lies 400 metres south on foot, reaching Playa de Benalmadena in under six minutes. Benalmadena Marina sits 1.2 kilometres west, its restaurants and ferry terminal accessible via the coastal promenade. The building occupies a central Costa del Sol position with Malaga Airport 15 kilometres east and Marbella 35 kilometres southwest on the A7 motorway.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 44 m²
- Terrace
- 6 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Complex
- Hercules
- Area
- Benalmádena Costa
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Costa, Benalmádena
Residential complexHerculesMap shows the Hercules complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena CostaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Santa Ana
10 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
6 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
19 mindrive
The British College
10 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria La Paloma
2 mindrive
Mercadona
2 minwalk
Hospital
3 mindrive
Farmacia Internacional
2 minwalk
Edificio Eurocentro
5 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
28 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benalmádena Costa
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena Costa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena Costa. 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 Benalmádena Costa?
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.
