For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Faro, Estepona
Residential complexFaro
€429,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 99 m² built
Ref HT5530408Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This fifth-floor residence has been fully renovated with contemporary finishes, including sleek flooring and designer fixtures throughout its 99 square metres of living space. The open-plan layout centres on a light-filled living room with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views across the Mediterranean towards Gibraltar.
Both bedrooms are doubles, each with an en-suite bathroom fitted with modern sanitaryware. The kitchen features integrated appliances and stone worktops, with direct access to an 8-square-metre terrace. The apartment comes fully furnished with quality pieces selected to complement the neutral colour palette and clean lines of the renovation. Air conditioning runs throughout, and there's one allocated parking space in the underground garage. Built in 2000, the property benefits from the structural solidity of that era combined with the comfort of its recent refurbishment.
Faro sits on the front line of Estepona Port, placing you within a two-minute walk of the marina's waterfront restaurants and yacht moorings. The complex includes a communal pool and landscaped gardens. Estepona's old town, with its whitewashed streets and weekly market, is 800 metres away on foot. The building's fifth-floor position means unobstructed sea views from the living areas and terrace, where the evening light catches the Rock of Gibraltar on the horizon.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 99 m²
- Terrace
- 8 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2000
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Complex
- Faro
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29680
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Residential complexFaroMap shows the Faro 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.
