For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment in La Reserva del Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexLa Reserva del HiguerónGated community
€475,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 87 m² built
Ref HT5396680Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor property spans 87 square metres of interior space and opens onto a 10-square-metre south-facing terrace. The private pool offers a secluded outdoor area for year-round use, while the south and south-west orientation ensures natural light reaches the living spaces throughout the day.
Inside, the layout includes two double bedrooms fitted with built-in wardrobes and two full bathrooms. The open-plan living and dining area connects directly to the terrace through glass doors. The kitchen comes fully equipped and integrated into the living space. Both bedrooms receive direct sunlight during morning hours, and the master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. The property is sold fully furnished and includes one designated parking space in the underground garage.
La Reserva del Higuerón is a gated residential complex with 24-hour security, communal swimming pools, spa facilities, and landscaped gardens. The development sits 3 kilometres from Fuengirola marina and provides direct access to the A-7 coastal motorway. Supermarkets, cafés, and restaurants operate within the complex boundaries, and the Carvajal train station connects to Málaga Airport in 18 minutes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 87 m²
- Terrace
- 10 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2006
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- La Reserva del Higuerón
- Area
- Benalmadena
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29630
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmadena, Benalmádena
Residential complexLa Reserva del HiguerónMap shows the La Reserva del Higuerón complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
5 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
10 mindrive
The British College
10 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
3 mindrive
Mercadona
10 minwalk
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
7 mindrive
Farmacia El Higuerón
10 minwalk
Centro Idea
4 mindrive
Fuengirola
10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
28 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benalmadena
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena. 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 Benalmádena?
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.
