For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Apartment in La Pacheca, Benahavís
Residential complexLa Pacheca
€230,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 130 m² built
Ref HT5517400Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. This top-floor duplex sits within La Pacheca, a traditional Spanish residential development where whitewashed facades and terracotta roofs define the streetscape. The private pool offers year-round use without the booking systems or crowds typical of communal facilities.
The apartment spans 130 square metres across two levels, with both bedrooms occupying the upper floor to separate sleeping quarters from living areas. Two full bathrooms service the property, one on each level. The 6-square-metre terrace extends from the main living space, sized for a café table and morning coffee rather than outdoor dining. Built in 1979, the apartment comes unfurnished, allowing new owners to configure the interiors without working around existing fixtures. Natural light reaches the top floor unobstructed by neighbouring buildings.
La Pacheca sits within Benahavís village proper, where narrow streets climb the hillside above the Guadalmina River valley. The village centre, lined with restaurants that have earned Benahavís its reputation as the dining room of the Costa del Sol, lies within a five-minute walk from the complex. The property is currently let to a sitting tenant whose contract extends until December 2027, meaning immediate occupation is not available. The asking price reflects both the tenancy situation and the apartment's present condition, which differs from earlier marketing photographs.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Fitted kitchen
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Top floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 130 m²
- Terrace
- 6 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Complex
- La Pacheca
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexLa PachecaMap shows the La Pacheca complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
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.
