For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available2-Bed Apartment in Quetzal, Marbella
Residential complexQuetzalGated community
€649,000€695,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 143 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Guadalmina Alta, Costa del Sol. The elongated living room stretches across 143 square metres of built space, with wide sliding doors opening onto a large terrace that extends the living area outdoors. This layout creates a continuous flow between interior and exterior spaces, maximising natural light throughout the day.
Both bedrooms occupy opposite wings of the apartment, each with its own en-suite bathroom and built-in wardrobe storage. The master bedroom offers generous proportions with dedicated wardrobe space. The apartment sits on the third floor and includes one parking space within the complex. The terrace provides ample room for outdoor dining and lounging, whilst the private pool offers a cooling retreat during the warmer months.
Quetzal sits within Guadalmina Alta, a residential area known for its proximity to championship golf courses. The Real Club de Golf Guadalmina lies less than five minutes' drive from the complex, with both its North and South courses accessible to residents. The apartment's position on the third floor provides elevated views across the urbanisation, whilst the surrounding pine-lined streets maintain a quiet, established character typical of this part of the Costa del Sol. The property was built in 1985 and retains its original configuration, with both bathrooms featuring full en-suite facilities and separate access from each bedroom.
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Features
What this home includes
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Private parking
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 143 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Energy rating
- E
- Complex
- Quetzal
- Area
- Guadalmina Alta
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
Residential complexQuetzalMap shows the Quetzal complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Guadalmina AltaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Pedro
7 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
10 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
8 mindrive
Colegio San José
5 mindrive
Carrefour
10 minwalk
HC Marbella International Hospital
8 mindrive
Farmacia Guadalmina
10 minwalk
C.C. La Colonia
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
59 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Guadalmina Alta
Can foreigners buy property in Guadalmina Alta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Guadalmina Alta. 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 Guadalmina Alta?
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.
