For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment in Higuerón West, Benalmádena
Residential complexHiguerón WestGated community
€449,000€475,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 82 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5370355Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Higueron, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence delivers 82 square metres of living space and a generous 64-square-metre terrace that functions as an outdoor extension of the home. Built in 2021, the apartment features an open-plan layout with direct terrace access, allowing natural light to fill the interior throughout the day thanks to its east-facing orientation.
The property includes two double bedrooms and two bathrooms across a single level, eliminating stairs entirely. The terrace provides sufficient space for a dining table, seating area, and sun loungers, with room to spare. Residents gain access to a dedicated parking space within the gated complex. The apartment comes unfurnished, offering flexibility for personalisation. High-quality finishes and contemporary fittings reflect the recent construction date, and the condition remains excellent with no renovation required.
Higuerón West sits within a secure, gated community that provides multiple swimming pools, spa facilities, landscaped gardens, tennis and padel courts, and a fully equipped gym. The complex operates a shuttle service connecting residents to Fuengirola beach and the train station, both approximately 2 kilometres away. On-site restaurants and cafés eliminate the need to leave the development for casual dining. The location places you within walking distance of the Higuerón Hotel and its amenities, whilst Málaga Airport lies 20 kilometres to the northeast via the A-7 coastal motorway.
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Features
What this home includes
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 82 m²
- Terrace
- 64 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2021
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Energy rating
- C
- CO₂ rating
- B
- Complex
- Higuerón West
- Area
- Higuerón
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexHiguerón WestMap shows the Higuerón West complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in HiguerónBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
22 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
10 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
13 mindrive
The British College
13 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
6 mindrive
Mercadona
8 mindrive
Lidl
9 mindrive
Supercor
9 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
10 mindrive
Farmacia El Higuerón
11 minwalk
Centro Idea
7 mindrive
Fuengirola
13 mindrive
3 restaurants & bars
within 12 minwalk
Málaga Airport (AGP)
31 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Higuerón
Can foreigners buy property in Higuerón?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Higuerón. 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 Higuerón?
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.
