For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Atalaya, Estepona
Gated community
€715,000
2 beds · 3 baths · 100 m² built
Ref HT5506594Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. This corner property commands sweeping views across the coastline and surrounding mountains from a 70-square-metre wrap-around terrace divided into five distinct seating areas. The west-facing orientation floods the 100-square-metre interior with afternoon light across both the sitting room and separate dining room, each opening directly onto different sections of the outdoor space.
The kitchen occupies a generous footprint with potential to convert into open-plan living or reconfigure as a third bedroom, depending on your requirements. The master suite includes a dedicated dressing area and a marble en-suite bathroom fitted with both walk-in shower and bathtub. A second bathroom serves the guest bedroom and living areas. The property sits on a single level throughout, with direct terrace access from multiple rooms. One parking space comes with the apartment, along with access to the resort-style pool facilities.
Atalaya sits 4 kilometres inland from San Pedro de Alcántara beach, positioned between the coastal road and the A-7 motorway. The apartment lies within a 10-minute drive of Puerto Banús marina and 15 minutes from Marbella's old town centre. The surrounding terrain rises gently towards the Sierra Blanca range, visible from both the terrace and principal rooms. Local amenities in Atalaya include three golf courses within 2 kilometres, with Atalaya Golf & Country Club directly adjacent to the residential zone.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Countryside view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 100 m²
- Terrace
- 70 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West, West
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Atalaya, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Isdabe
5 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
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.
