For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available1-Bed Apartment for Sale in San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva
€275,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 70 m² built
Ref HT5438869Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in San Luis de Sabinillas, Costa del Sol. The building sits directly on the promenade, placing the Mediterranean within a 30-second walk and eliminating the usual buffer of roads or intervening properties that dilute most coastal claims.
Inside, the 70sqm layout prioritises storage and separation over open-plan convention. A wide entrance hall contains two sets of built-in wardrobes, removing clutter before you reach the living areas. The kitchen occupies its own room rather than bleeding into the lounge, and connects to a windowed utility space where a washing machine sits out of sight. The south-facing terrace extends 9sqm from the living room, wide enough for a table and two loungers. One double bedroom, one bathroom, and one parking space in the communal garage complete the practical inventory.
San Luis de Sabinillas functions as a working town rather than a resort enclave, which means year-round bakeries, hardware shops, and a weekday rhythm that doesn't vanish in October. The apartment sits 400 metres west of the town's central market square, where the weekly fruit and vegetable stalls set up each Saturday morning. Estepona's marina lies 8km east along the coast road, a 12-minute drive when traffic cooperates.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Private parking
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 70 m²
- Terrace
- 9 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2006
- Condition
- New Construction
- Pool
- Yes
- New build
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Energy rating
- E
- CO₂ rating
- E
- Area
- San Luis de Sabinillas
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29692
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva
Map shows the approximate San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in San Luis de SabinillasManilvaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
4 mindrive
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
4 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in San Luis de Sabinillas
Can foreigners buy property in San Luis De Sabinillas?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in San Luis De Sabinillas. 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 San Luis De Sabinillas?
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.
