For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available1-Bed Apartment in El Gamonal, Benalmádena
Residential complexEl Gamonal
€219,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 36 m² built
Ref HT5535412Updated daily · Last sync 5 November 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benalmádena Costa, Costa del Sol. This third-floor residence in the El Gamonal complex offers 36 square metres of west-facing living space that captures afternoon sunlight across its open-plan layout. The private terrace extends the usable area and provides an outdoor room for year-round use in this coastal climate.
Inside, the apartment delivers a functional layout: entrance hall, open lounge and dining area, fully equipped kitchen, one bedroom, and a complete bathroom. The west orientation ensures natural light floods the main living spaces from midday onwards. Built in 1975 and maintained in excellent condition, the property comes fully furnished and ready for immediate use or rental income. The complex itself provides multiple swimming pools, maintained communal gardens, and concierge services that appeal to both holidaymakers and permanent residents.
El Gamonal sits in Arroyo de la Miel, a residential and commercial hub within Benalmádena Costa. The Parque de la Paloma, a 200,000-square-metre park with lakes and walking trails, lies 650 metres to the south. Arroyo de la Miel train station connects to Málaga Airport in 20 minutes and Fuengirola in 10 minutes. Local shops, restaurants, and services cluster within a five-minute walk of the complex entrance, while Benalmádena's beaches sit 1.5 kilometres downhill.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 36 m²
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1975
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Orientation
- west
- Energy rating
- C
- CO₂ rating
- C
- Complex
- El Gamonal
- Area
- Benalmádena Costa
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Costa, Benalmádena
Residential complexEl GamonalMap shows the El Gamonal complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena CostaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
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.
