For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Benalmadena, Benalmádena
€355,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 83 m² built
Ref HT5513488Updated daily · Last sync 13 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with golf views in Benalmádena, Costa del Sol. This 83sqm ground-floor property overlooks the fairways of Arenal Golf, with three aspects (south, east, and west) that fill the interiors with natural light from morning through to evening. Two outdoor terraces extend the living space and frame uninterrupted views across the greens.
Inside, the layout separates social and private zones: a living-dining room connects to an independent, fully equipped kitchen, while two bedrooms with fitted wardrobes occupy their own wing. The principal bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom, and a second full bathroom serves guests and the second bedroom. Air conditioning runs throughout. The apartment comes unfurnished but the kitchen remains equipped, and the sale includes two parking spaces plus a storage room. The building has lift access, and the property dates from 2008 in good condition with no recent renovation.
Arenal Golf sits within a gated residential development that contains four communal swimming pools, garden areas, a paddle tennis court, and direct access to the golf course itself. Benalmádena Pueblo, the whitewashed old town with its tapas bars and artisan shops, lies 3km inland, while the beachfront promenade at Benalmádena Costa runs 2.5km to the south. The development's southern boundary meets the golf course perimeter, where morning rounds often start before the coastal heat builds.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Golf view
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 83 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- New build
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Area
- Benalmadena
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmadena, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Benalmadena, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in BenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Bonita
7 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
14 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
5 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
30 mindrive
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.
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