For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available1-Bed Apartment in Cruz del Sur, Benalmádena
Residential complexCruz del Sur
€225,000€255,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 71 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benalmadena Costa, Costa del Sol. This 71sqm residence in the Cruz del Sur complex grants ground-level terrace access directly onto communal gardens, eliminating the usual separation between indoor living and outdoor leisure space.
Inside, the open-plan kitchen and living area spans the full width of the apartment, with south-facing windows flooding the space with natural light throughout the day. The bedroom accommodates a double bed and freestanding wardrobe, while the bathroom includes a full bathtub. The property comes fully furnished with a three-seater sofa, dining table for four, and all kitchen appliances including a fridge-freezer and ceramic hob. A 3sqm private terrace extends from the living area, fitted with outdoor seating and offering immediate garden access. One designated parking space is included in the sale.
Cruz del Sur sits in lower Benalmadena Costa, a ten-minute walk from Arroyo de la Miel's commercial centre and its Renfe station with direct trains to Malaga Airport. The complex maintains extensive Mediterranean gardens with mature palm trees and a large communal pool open seasonally. Benalmadena's beaches lie 1.2 kilometres downhill, reachable on foot in fifteen minutes or by local bus in five.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 71 m²
- Terrace
- 3 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Cruz del Sur
- Area
- Benalmádena Costa
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Costa, Benalmádena
Residential complexCruz del SurMap shows the Cruz del Sur complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena CostaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Malapesquera
7 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
19 mindrive
The British College
10 mindrive
Colegio Público El Tomillar
2 mindrive
Carrefour Market
6 minwalk
Hospital
4 mindrive
Farmacia Bonanza
3 minwalk
Edificio Eurocentro
4 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
3 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
29 mindrive
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.
