For sale · Costa del Sol · Torrox
Available1-Bed Apartment in Centro Internacional, Torrox
Residential complexCentro Internacional
€235,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 50 m² built
Ref HT5286877Updated daily · Last sync 23 June 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with sea views in Costa del Sol East, Torrox Costa, Costa del Sol. The enclosed balcony captures morning sun and frames direct views across the promenade to the Mediterranean, turning breakfast into a daily ritual worth waking for.
Inside, 50 square metres of living space unfolds across a modern kitchen fitted with contemporary units, a renovated bathroom with current fixtures, and a bright reception room that benefits from the coastal light. The 5-square-metre terrace extends the footprint just enough for a bistro table and two chairs. Part-furnished and maintained in excellent condition since its 1978 construction, the apartment requires no immediate work. One double bedroom provides sleeping space separate from the main living area, whilst the single bathroom serves the entire flat.
Centro Internacional sits within walking distance of Torrox bus station, connecting residents to Málaga and Nerja along the coastal route. The complex maintains communal gardens through an on-site gardener, a shared swimming pool for summer months, and a tennis court available to all residents. Bars and restaurants line the streets between the building and the seafront, placing morning coffee or evening tapas within a two-minute walk.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 50 m²
- Terrace
- 5 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Energy rating
- E
- Complex
- Centro Internacional
- Area
- Torrox Costa
- City
- Torrox
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Torrox Costa, Torrox
Map shows the approximate Torrox Costa, Torrox area. The exact position of Centro Internacional is not published. This property is in Torrox CostaTorroxCosta del Sol.
Playa de Ferrara
2 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
14 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
17 mindrive
Torrox
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
68 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Torrox Costa
Can foreigners buy property in Torrox Costa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Torrox 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 Torrox 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.
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