For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
€395,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 80 m² built
Ref HT5256424Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. The property sits directly above Puerto de la Duquesa marina, where the living spaces open onto views that sweep across the moored yachts to the open Mediterranean. Recent refurbishment has brought contemporary finishes throughout whilst retaining the functional layout that makes an 80sqm footprint work harder than its size suggests.
Inside, the open-plan kitchen connects to a living area that runs the width of the apartment, both bedrooms fitted with built-in wardrobes and serviced by two modern bathrooms with walk-in showers. The south-east orientation pulls morning light through full-height windows, and a 7sqm terrace extends the living space outdoors with direct sightlines to the water. The apartment is sold fully furnished with neutral tones and clean-lined pieces chosen to complement rather than crowd the rooms. Ground-floor position means step-free access from the entrance, and the private garage includes an electric door plus enough depth for storage units or sports equipment alongside the vehicle.
The front door sits 90 metres from the marina promenade, where a string of beachside restaurants and tapas bars face the moorings. Duquesa beach stretches west from the harbour wall, accessible in under two minutes on foot. The property falls within the Puerto de la Duquesa development on the western edge of the Costa del Sol, with Estepona town centre 15 minutes by car and Sotogrande port 10 minutes in the opposite direction. The garage provides direct internal access via a connecting door.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Open-plan kitchen
- Storage room
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 80 m²
- Terrace
- 7 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1985
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29692
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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.
