For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Gazules del Sol, Estepona
Residential complexGazules del SolGated community
€480,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 158 m² built
Ref HT5487886Updated daily · Last sync 28 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. This 158sqm residence occupies an elevated position within the gated Gazules del Sol complex, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean towards La Concha mountain. The private terrace extends the living space outdoors, offering a secluded spot for morning coffee or evening meals against a backdrop that shifts from sunrise over the coast to sunset behind the peaks.
Inside, the apartment provides two double bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, alongside an open-plan living and dining area that measures approximately 40sqm. The kitchen comes fully equipped and fitted, with integrated appliances and granite worktops. Both bedrooms include built-in wardrobes, while the principal bedroom opens directly onto the terrace. The property is sold fully furnished, with air conditioning throughout and a dedicated parking space in the underground garage. Storage is provided via a separate utility room off the kitchen.
Gazules del Sol sits in the La Alquería district of Benahavís, a gated community with 24-hour security, landscaped gardens, a communal pool, gym, spa facilities and two padel courts. The complex lies 4 kilometres from Atalaya Golf & Country Club and 6 kilometres from Puerto Banús marina, with the AP-7 motorway accessible within three minutes. San Pedro de Alcántara town centre is a seven-minute drive, while Marbella's Golden Mile begins 10 kilometres east along the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 158 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Complex
- Gazules del Sol
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Residential complexGazules del SolMap shows the Gazules del Sol 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
2 minwalk
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
13 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
8 mindrive
C.C. La Colonia
8 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.
