For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Los Boliches, Fuengirola
Gated community
€490,000
2 beds · 1 bath · 71 m² built
Ref HT5512927Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Los Boliches, Costa del Sol. The property sits on the first floor of a seafront building where the Mediterranean extends directly from your 11sqm terrace. Built in 1974 with 71sqm of interior space, this part-furnished residence places you on the promenade itself, with unobstructed sea views that span the full width of the horizon.
Inside, the apartment delivers one bathroom and two bedrooms across a functional layout that captures natural light from its coastal aspect. The terrace measures 11 square metres, sufficient for outdoor furniture and morning coffee facing the water. The property maintains good condition throughout, with original features that provide scope for modernisation according to personal preference. Part furnishings remain in place, allowing immediate occupation whilst offering flexibility for those who wish to introduce their own interior choices.
The building stands on the Los Boliches beachfront promenade, where the sand meets the walkway outside your entrance. Fuengirola town centre sits 1.5 kilometres northeast along the coastal path, reachable in 15 minutes on foot. The promenade extends in both directions with beach bars, seafood restaurants, and morning fish vendors who sell the daily catch from mobile stalls. Los Boliches train station connects to Málaga Airport in 25 minutes, with services departing every 20 minutes throughout the day.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Fitted wardrobes
- Utility room
- Beachfront
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 71 m²
- Terrace
- 11 m²
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Area
- Los Boliches
- City
- Fuengirola
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Los Boliches, Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Los Boliches, Fuengirola area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Los BolichesFuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de los Boliches
1 mindrive
Campo Los Lagos
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
5 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
12 mindrive
Fuengirola
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
31 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Los Boliches
Can foreigners buy property in Los Boliches?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Los Boliches. 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 Los Boliches?
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.
