For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Patio Alcornocal, Estepona
Residential complexPatio AlcornocalGated community
€425,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 116 m² built
Ref HT5500543Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in El Paraíso, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence has been completely refurbished to a high standard, combining contemporary finishes with practical everyday living across 116 square metres of built space.
The entrance hall opens into a lounge and dining area anchored by a working fireplace, with the fully fitted kitchen adjacent. Both double bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, whilst ducted air conditioning provides year-round climate control throughout. The apartment includes one allocated parking space within the gated development and comes fully furnished, ready for immediate occupation. Large windows frame views over the communal gardens, and direct ground-floor access connects the interior to the outdoor pool and landscaped grounds.
Patio Alcornocal is a well-established gated community set between Marbella and Estepona, with 24-hour security, mature Mediterranean gardens and a shared swimming pool. The development sits less than 2 kilometres from El Paraíso Golf Club and a five-minute drive reaches the coastal beaches and beach clubs of the New Golden Mile. San Pedro de Alcántara lies 10 minutes east, whilst Puerto Banús and central Marbella are within 15 minutes by car along the A-7 coast road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Covered parking
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 116 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Energy rating
- E
- CO₂ rating
- E
- Complex
- Patio Alcornocal
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Map shows the approximate El Paraíso, Estepona area. The exact position of Patio Alcornocal is not published. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Paraíso
Can foreigners buy property in El Paraíso?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Paraíso. 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 Paraíso?
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.
