For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available1-Bed Apartment in Las Abejeras - Forest Hills, Estepona
Residential complexLas Abejeras - Forest Hills
€155,000€160,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 59 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with sea views in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This south-facing duplex stretches across 59 square metres of built space plus a 10-square-metre terrace, and the orientation delivers uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and the African coastline beyond.
The entrance hall opens onto an open-plan kitchen and living-dining area with direct terrace access. The lower level contains a double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom fitted with a bathtub. Air conditioning provides year-round climate control. The terrace measures 10 square metres and faces due south, making it usable through most of the year. Built in 2006, the apartment remains in good condition, and furniture can be included or excluded depending on preference.
Las Abejeras - Forest Hills sits in Estepona's hillside residential zone, 6 kilometres from Laguna Village shopping centre and the beachfront. The complex provides a communal pool, gym, landscaped gardens, and a children's play area. Central Estepona and San Pedro are each approximately 20 minutes by car, placing the apartment within reach of both towns' restaurants, markets, and services while maintaining elevation and privacy.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Duplex
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 59 m²
- Terrace
- 10 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Las Abejeras - Forest Hills
- Area
- Las Abejeras - Forest Hills
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Las Abejeras - Forest Hills, Estepona
Residential complexLas Abejeras - Forest HillsMap shows the Las Abejeras - Forest Hills complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Las Abejeras - Forest HillsEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa del Padron
12 mindrive
Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena
21 mindrive
Puerto Estepona
19 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria María Espinosa
16 mindrive
ALDI
11 mindrive
Aldi
11 mindrive
Mercadona
16 mindrive
Carrefour
16 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
16 mindrive
Farmacia Manuel Troyano Martínez
16 mindrive
Carrefour
16 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
122 restaurants & bars
within 10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
81 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
58 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Las Abejeras - Forest Hills
Can foreigners buy property in Las Abejeras Forest Hills?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Las Abejeras Forest Hills. 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 Las Abejeras Forest Hills?
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.
