For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Benatalaya, Estepona
Residential complexBenatalayaGated community
€480,000€520,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 124 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5294488Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. The south-west orientation delivers afternoon light across the main living spaces and terrace, where the 25sqm outdoor area frames views across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and the African coastline beyond.
Inside, 124sqm of built space includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, all fully furnished and ready to occupy. The ground-floor position provides direct access to the surrounding gardens without stairs or lifts. The kitchen and living areas open onto the terrace through full-width glazing. One underground parking space and a separate storage room are included. The complex facilities cover daily needs: outdoor pool, gym, spa, and 24-hour concierge and security across the gated grounds.
Benatalaya sits within the Atalaya district, where the A-7 coastal road connects Estepona town centre 8 minutes to the west and Puerto Banús 12 minutes to the east. Atalaya Golf borders the complex to the north, with the first tee less than 400 metres from the entrance gate. The apartment was completed in 2005 and remains in good condition throughout, with no recent renovations. The complex maintains extensive landscaped gardens between the residential blocks and the communal pool areas.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 124 m²
- Terrace
- 25 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2005
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- Benatalaya
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Residential complexBenatalayaMap shows the Benatalaya complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Atalaya
7 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
11 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
6 mindrive
spanish school
1 mindrive
Mercadona
3 minwalk
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
13 mindrive
Farmacia Guadalmina
9 mindrive
C.C. La Colonia
9 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
9 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
57 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Atalaya
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya. 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 Atalaya?
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.
