For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Fuengirola
Gated community
€659,000€685,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 95 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5511748Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. This second-floor residence in El Higuerón spans 95 square metres of interior space plus a 22-square-metre terrace overlooking the communal pool and surrounding mountains.
The open-plan layout connects the living and dining areas to a contemporary fitted kitchen, all finished to 2025 standards. The master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom, whilst a second full bathroom serves the guest bedroom and the rest of the apartment. A separate laundry room handles practical storage needs, and the property comes fully furnished with modern pieces throughout. One parking space is included in the sale, and residents share access to a communal swimming pool within the development.
El Higuerón sits on the hillside between Fuengirola and Benalmádena, placing this apartment 3 kilometres from Fuengirola's beachfront promenade. The development occupies an elevated position above the A7 coastal road, with Carvajal train station a 10-minute drive away for direct connections to Málaga Airport and the city centre. The terrace faces the pool area and captures views across the wooded slopes behind the complex.
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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
- 95 m²
- Terrace
- 22 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- City
- Fuengirola
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Fuengirola area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in FuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Santa Amalia
2 mindrive
Cerrado del Aguila Golf
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
3 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
14 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Fuengirola
Can foreigners buy property in Fuengirola?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Fuengirola. 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 Fuengirola?
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.
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