For sale · Costa del Sol · Casares
Available2-Bed Apartment in La Perla de la Bahía, Casares
Residential complexLa Perla de la BahíaGated community
€630,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 135 m² built
Ref HT5514322Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Casares Playa, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor corner unit opens directly onto a private garden maintained by the community, with uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and the North African coast.
The 135sqm interior divides into two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the main living space extending onto a 27sqm terrace that connects to the garden. The corner position provides dual-aspect light and additional privacy. One allocated parking space is included. The apartment comes with the option to purchase fully furnished, and the condition throughout is excellent despite the 2002 build date requiring no updates.
La Perla de la Bahía is a gated complex combining Andalusian and Moorish design elements, with mature landscaped gardens, multiple swimming pools (two heated), and 24-hour security. The development sits directly on the beach in Casares Playa, a two-minute walk from three separate beaches and a similar distance to Finca Cortesín, the championship golf resort that regularly appears in European top-course rankings. The complex neighbours a protected historical site featuring a medieval Arab watchtower that marks the original boundary of the Bay of Casares.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Heated pool
- Beach view
- Countryside view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Underfloor heating
- Jacuzzi
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 135 m²
- Terrace
- 27 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- La Perla de la Bahía
- Area
- Casares Playa
- City
- Casares
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Casares Playa, Casares
Map shows the approximate Casares Playa, Casares area. The exact position of La Perla de la Bahía is not published. This property is in Casares PlayaCasaresCosta del Sol.
Estepona Golf
27 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
28 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
29 mindrive
Estepona
36 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
97 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Casares Playa
Can foreigners buy property in Casares Playa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Casares Playa. 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 Casares Playa?
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.
