For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Benalmadena, Benalmádena
Gated community
€458,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 70 m² built
Ref HT5521069Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benalmádena, Costa del Sol. This first-floor residence offers something rare in apartment living: a 28-square-metre private storage room in the basement, accessed by an internal staircase directly from the flat itself. The layout centres on a bright living-dining room that opens to outdoor space, whilst the independent kitchen keeps cooking separate from entertaining.
Inside, two bedrooms and two full bathrooms serve the 70-square-metre built footprint, with fitted wardrobes in both bedrooms maximising storage without encroaching on floor space. The real asset lies outdoors: a 19-square-metre private terrace provides the primary outdoor room, supplemented by a 5-square-metre patio that creates a second zone for morning coffee or utility use. One parking space is included, and the communal pool serves residents across the development. The apartment was completed in 2007, giving it the structural advantages of modern building standards without the premium attached to brand-new construction.
The El Retamar neighbourhood sits in Benalmádena's residential belt, where low-rise developments climb gentle slopes back from the coast. Benalmádena Pueblo, the original whitewashed village that predates the coastal expansion, stands 3 kilometres inland and makes for a 6-minute drive when you want traditional restaurants and Tuesday market stalls. The beachfront at Benalmádena Costa runs 9 kilometres of the shoreline below, with the Puerto Marina lying 2.5 kilometres south, reachable in under 10 minutes by car along the A-7 coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Panoramic view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 70 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2007
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Area
- Benalmadena
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29639
- 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.
