For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in El Faro, Benalmádena
Gated community
€449,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 105 m² built
Ref HT5401084Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in El Faro, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor home opens south to capture the Mediterranean light across 105 square metres of living space plus a 22-square-metre terrace where the coastline stretches into view. The dual aspect takes in both sea and mountain, framed by double glazing that holds the quiet inside while the scenery shifts through the day.
The layout separates sleeping and living spaces with intention. Two bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes, include one en-suite, while a second bathroom serves the rest of the flat. The fully fitted kitchen connects to a utility room that keeps laundry and storage out of sight. Marble flooring runs throughout, warmed by underfloor heating in both bathrooms. Air conditioning offers hot and cold climate control in every room. A lift provides access from the private parking space and storage room below, and the entire building accommodates reduced mobility. Fibre optic connectivity is installed.
The property sits within a beachside urbanisation in El Faro, part of the Chaparral area between Fuengirola and Marbella. The communal pool includes a children's section, and the gardens wrap the low-rise blocks in maintained greenery. Cala de Mijas beach lies 800 metres away on foot. Shops, restaurants and the coastal path are all within a five-minute walk, while Chaparral Golf sits just inland. The development was completed in 2007 and remains in excellent condition throughout, with furniture available by separate negotiation.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 105 m²
- Terrace
- 22 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2007
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Area
- El Faro
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29649
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Faro, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate El Faro, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El FaroBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Malapesquera
4 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
6 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
18 mindrive
Hospital
3 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
27 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Faro
Can foreigners buy property in El Faro?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Faro. 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 El Faro?
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.
