For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Menara Beach, Estepona
Residential complexMenara BeachGated community
€849,000€895,000
2 beds · 2.5 baths · 189 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence opens directly onto 56 square metres of private terrace and lawn through full-height glass, placing you at garden level with immediate access to the planted grounds and the beach beyond.
Inside, 189 square metres of built space includes two bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, with the principal rooms configured to face the terrace. The kitchen is separate, and there's a dedicated parking space included in the sale. The apartment was completed in 2001 and remains in excellent condition, with the option to acquire it furnished. The terrace runs the width of the property, large enough to accommodate separate dining and lounging zones, and the lawn section extends beyond the paved area, offering a rare outdoor footprint for ground-floor coastal living.
Menara Beach is a gated beachside scheme positioned on the sea side of the coast road, where earlier developments secured direct beach access before the land behind them was developed. The complex maintains two outdoor pools, a heated indoor pool, a gymnasium, spa facilities, and 24-hour security, all set within mature gardens designed by Melvin Villarroel. The development sits on the New Golden Mile, the stretch of coastline linking Estepona and Marbella, placing it 10 minutes by car from Estepona's old town and marina, and equidistant from Puerto Banús in the opposite direction.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted wardrobes
- Private parking
- Beachside
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Built area
- 189 m²
- Terrace
- 56 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Energy rating
- B
- Complex
- Menara Beach
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Residential complexMenara BeachMap shows the Menara Beach complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
