For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena
€325,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 80 m² built
Ref HT5495932Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Arroyo de la Miel, Costa del Sol. The pool sits just beyond your terrace, accessed directly from the 20sqm outdoor space that comes with water and electricity connections for year-round use. Inside, the master bedroom includes built-in wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub, while the second bedroom also offers fitted storage and shares a second bathroom with a shower.
The 80sqm layout centres on a living and dining area that opens through large windows onto the terrace, where planters frame views across the pool and the mountains beyond. The kitchen is fitted with a ceramic hob, and throughout the apartment runs a Mitsubishi Electric central air conditioning system. Both bathrooms are fully equipped, and the property includes one parking space. Part-furnished, the apartment was built in 2008 and remains in good condition.
Arroyo de la Miel places you 1.5 kilometres from Benalmádena's coastal promenade and marina, where restaurants line the waterfront and the beach stretches west towards Torremolinos. The town centre, with its shops and weekly market, sits within a five-minute walk. The apartment's terrace connects to both water and electricity supplies, allowing you to set up outdoor lighting or a small irrigation system for the planters already in place.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 80 m²
- Terrace
- 20 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Arroyo de la Miel
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Arroyo de la MielBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Bil Bil
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Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
4 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
17 mindrive
Hospital
2 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
27 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Arroyo de la Miel
Can foreigners buy property in Arroyo De La Miel?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Arroyo De La Miel. 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 Arroyo De La Miel?
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.
