For sale · Costa del Sol · Montemar
Available1-Bed Apartment in Edificio Libra, Montemar
Residential complexEdificio LibraGated community
€300,000€360,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 66 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with sea views in Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca. The south-east orientation floods the 66sqm interior with morning light, whilst the 8sqm terrace extends the living space outdoors with views towards the Mediterranean.
Inside, the open-plan layout combines the living room with a kitchen-diner, creating a functional 30sqm social space. The double bedroom includes a fitted wardrobe, and the bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower. Ground-floor positioning means direct access to the communal areas without stairs or lifts. The apartment is unfurnished, allowing incoming owners to configure the space to their own requirements. Built in 1978, the property remains in good condition with original features intact.
Edificio Libra sits in the Montemar-La Carihuela district of Torremolinos, where residents share a communal pool and landscaped gardens. The beach lies 5 minutes' walk from the building, with a supermarket at the same distance. A health centre operates 2 minutes away on foot, and a bus stop directly outside the complex connects to Torremolinos centre and Málaga. The community prohibits short-term holiday rentals, maintaining a residential atmosphere year-round.
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Features
What this home includes
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- 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
- 66 m²
- Terrace
- 8 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Energy rating
- E
- Complex
- Edificio Libra
- Area
- Costa Blanca
- City
- Montemar
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa Blanca, Montemar
Residential complexEdificio LibraMap shows the Edificio Libra complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Costa BlancaMontemarCosta del Sol.
Playa de la Carihuela
5 mindrive
Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
22 mindrive
The British College
13 mindrive
Kings English
1 mindrive
Carrefour
5 minwalk
Hospital
7 mindrive
Farmacia Montemar Alto
1 minwalk
Costasol Centro
2 mindrive
Torremolinos
4 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
26 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Costa Blanca
Can foreigners buy property in Costa Blanca?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Costa Blanca. 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 Costa Blanca?
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.