For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Apartment in buenavista la quinta, Benahavís
Residential complexbuenavista la quintaGated community
€895,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 124 m² built
Ref HT5413534Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in Benahavis, Costa del Sol. This elevated ground-floor residence in La Quinta captures panoramas across the Mediterranean, mountain ridges, and surrounding fairways from a 46-square-metre terrace that extends the 124-square-metre interior into open air.
The open-plan living and dining area connects directly to the terrace through full-width glass, flooding the space with natural light. Two double bedrooms each include fitted wardrobes and en-suite bathrooms finished with contemporary tiling and walk-in showers. The kitchen integrates into the main living zone, and a separate laundry area keeps utility functions discreet. One underground parking space provides secure vehicle storage, and the apartment sits at ground level with direct access to landscaped communal gardens.
La Quinta occupies a hillside position in the Benahavis municipality, surrounded by five championship golf courses and maintained pathways through native pine and cork oak. The Buenavista complex shares its grounds with a large communal swimming pool set within manicured gardens. Puerto Banús marina lies eight kilometres south via the A-7, a twelve-minute drive that descends through the foothills to sea level. The apartment was completed in 2006 and remains in its original configuration with no recent updates to fixtures or finishes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 124 m²
- Terrace
- 46 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Complex
- buenavista la quinta
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexbuenavista la quintaMap shows the buenavista la quinta complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Pedro
9 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
11 mindrive
Creators International School
14 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria José Banús
9 mindrive
Dia
6 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
9 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
8 minwalk
C.C. La Colonia
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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.
