For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available1-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Fuengirola
Gated community
€298,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 66 m² built
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About this property
Overview
One-bedroom penthouse with top-floor position in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. The elevated setting on the building's highest level delivers privacy and reduced street noise, whilst the 16sqm private terrace provides outdoor space for morning coffee or evening meals without overlooking neighbours.
Inside, the 66sqm layout comprises a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, one double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, and a full bathroom with shower enclosure. Air conditioning maintains comfortable temperatures during summer months, and double-glazed windows throughout insulate against both heat and sound. The living area opens directly onto the terrace through full-width sliding doors, creating a combined indoor-outdoor space of 82sqm when opened. Built in 2009, the property remains in excellent condition with tiled floors, white-painted walls, and modern electrical fittings.
The building stands in Fuengirola Centro, 300 metres from Los Boliches beach and a three-minute walk from Plaza de la Constitución. The port lies 800 metres south, accessible on foot in under ten minutes, whilst the train station connecting Málaga Airport and Torremolinos sits 400 metres north. Supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and restaurants occupy the surrounding streets, with the weekly market setting up two blocks east every Tuesday. The beachfront promenade runs continuously from this point to Benalmádena Costa, offering 6km of uninterrupted walking and cycling routes along the waterfront.
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Features
What this home includes
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted wardrobes
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 66 m²
- Terrace
- 16 m²
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2009
- Condition
- Excellent
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- City
- Fuengirola
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Fuengirola area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in FuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Santa Amalia
2 mindrive
Cerrado del Aguila Golf
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
3 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
14 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Fuengirola
Can foreigners buy property in Fuengirola?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Fuengirola. 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 Fuengirola?
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.
