For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available1-Bed Penthouse in Sotoserena, Estepona
Residential complexSotoserenaGated community
€290,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 72 m² built
Ref HT5517442Updated daily · Last sync 21 October 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom penthouse with sea views in New Golden Mile, Costa del Sol. The top-floor position delivers uninterrupted coastal sightlines across 72 square metres of interior space, extended by a 26-square-metre terrace that functions as an outdoor room for most of the year.
Inside, the open-plan layout connects the living area to the kitchen without corridors or wasted circulation space. The single bedroom accommodates a double bed and fitted wardrobes, while the bathroom includes a full-size bath. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors slide back to merge the living space with the terrace, where the sea view stretches from the railings to the horizon. The property includes one underground parking space and a private storage room, both accessed via lift from the apartment level.
Sotoserena is a gated Andalusian-style complex with 24-hour manned security, two communal swimming pools, a residents' gym, and a sauna. Tropical gardens wrap around the low-rise blocks, maintaining privacy between units. The development sits 800 metres from the beach and three kilometres west of Puerto Banús, reachable in seven minutes by car along the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 72 m²
- Terrace
- 26 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Complex
- Sotoserena
- Area
- New Golden Mile
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
New Golden Mile, Estepona
Map shows the approximate New Golden Mile, Estepona area. The exact position of Sotoserena is not published. This property is in New Golden MileEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Guadalmansa
7 mindrive
Flamingos Golf
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
14 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
6 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
12 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
65 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in New Golden Mile
Can foreigners buy property in New Golden Mile?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in New Golden Mile. 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 New Golden Mile?
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.
