For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available2-Bed Apartment in Edificio Doña Sofía, Fuengirola
Residential complexEdificio Doña SofíaGated community
€549,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 119 m² built
Ref HT5543377Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. Direct access to the sand places the Mediterranean at your doorstep, with the promenade running beneath your windows and uninterrupted sea views stretching across the horizon from the private terrace.
Inside, 119 square metres of living space spreads across an open-plan layout connecting the living and dining areas to the outdoor terrace. Two double bedrooms provide separate sleeping quarters, each served by its own bathroom. The kitchen opens onto the main living zone, and floor-to-ceiling windows pull natural light through the apartment throughout the day. The terrace extends the living area outdoors, offering space for dining furniture and sun loungers with the sea as a constant backdrop.
Edificio Doña Sofía sits on Paseo Marítimo Rey de España, a gated complex with 24-hour security positioned directly on the beachfront. Fuengirola's central promenade stretches 8 kilometres along the coast, placing the town centre and its restaurants, shops and transport links within a 10-minute walk westward. The building dates from 1985 and maintains good condition, with lift access to all floors and the beach reachable via a short staircase from the communal entrance.
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Features
What this home includes
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 119 m²
- Terrace
- 15 m²
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1985
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Optional
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Energy rating
- E
- CO₂ rating
- E
- Complex
- Edificio Doña Sofía
- City
- Fuengirola
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Fuengirola area. The exact position of Edificio Doña Sofía is not published. 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 apartment 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.
