For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva
€260,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 82 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment in San Luis de Sabinillas, Costa del Sol. The property sits just 300 metres from the shoreline, placing the Mediterranean within a five-minute walk. Inside, the open-plan layout connects a fully equipped kitchen to the living room, which extends directly onto a 15-square-metre terrace, creating 82 square metres of bright, interconnected space.
Both bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, and two bathrooms serve the apartment. The kitchen comes with integrated appliances and ample worktop space. A private parking space accommodates one vehicle, and a separate storage room provides additional capacity for seasonal items or sports equipment. The building includes a lift, removing the need for stair access to the apartment.
San Luis de Sabinillas town centre lies within 200 metres, providing immediate access to supermarkets, restaurants, and local services. The apartment is positioned close to primary schools and the Duquesa Golf course. Estepona marina sits 10 kilometres west along the coastal road, reachable in 12 minutes by car. The building stands on a residential street with direct pedestrian routes to the beach promenade and the commercial zone that runs parallel to the coast.
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Features
What this home includes
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 82 m²
- Terrace
- 15 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Condition
- Good
- Area
- San Luis de Sabinillas
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29692
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva
Map shows the approximate San Luis de Sabinillas, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in San Luis de SabinillasManilvaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
4 mindrive
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
4 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in San Luis de Sabinillas
Can foreigners buy property in San Luis De Sabinillas?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in San Luis De Sabinillas. 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 San Luis De Sabinillas?
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.
