For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available2-Bed Apartment in Alhambra del Golf Phase 3, Marbella
Residential complexAlhambra del Golf Phase 3Gated community
€619,500
2 beds · 2 baths · 135 m² built
Ref HT5460061Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Guadalmina Baja, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence occupies 135 square metres of interior space with an additional 38-square-metre terrace facing south-east, delivering natural light throughout the day. The single-level layout includes two bathrooms and comes partly furnished, suited to buyers seeking immediate occupancy without extensive fitting-out.
The apartment offers direct access from the terrace to communal gardens and pool areas. Both bedrooms accommodate double beds, with the principal bedroom featuring an en-suite bathroom. The second bathroom serves guests and the remaining bedroom. The kitchen connects to a separate utility area, and the property includes one designated parking space within the complex. Built in 2001, the apartment maintains its original finishes in good condition, with tiled floors throughout and fitted wardrobes in both bedrooms.
Alhambra del Golf Phase 3 sits adjacent to Guadalmina Golf Course, where residents walk directly to the first tee. The complex maintains established gardens with mature planting and a communal swimming pool shared among phase residents. San Pedro Alcántara lies five minutes away by car, providing supermarkets, restaurants, and the weekly street market. Puerto Banús marina sits ten minutes east along the coastal road, and the beach at Casasola is accessible within a three-minute drive. The Guadalmina shopping centre, including a supermarket and pharmacy, operates within walking distance of the development entrance.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Pool view
- Barbecue
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 135 m²
- Terrace
- 38 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Complex
- Alhambra del Golf Phase 3
- Area
- Guadalmina Baja
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Guadalmina Baja, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Guadalmina Baja, Marbella area. The exact position of Alhambra del Golf Phase 3 is not published. This property is in Guadalmina BajaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
8 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Guadalmina Baja
Can foreigners buy property in Guadalmina Baja?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Guadalmina Baja. 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 Baja?
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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