For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Apartment in Reserva del Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexReserva del HiguerónGated community
€420,000€440,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 102 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in Higueron, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor property holds a tourist rental licence, making it one of the few apartments in Reserva del Higuerón approved for short-term letting. The 18sqm terrace extends the 102sqm interior and captures views across the Mediterranean and surrounding mountains from its east-facing aspect.
Inside, the open-plan living and dining area connects to a fully equipped kitchen, whilst two double bedrooms each come with fitted wardrobes and en-suite bathrooms. The property is sold fully furnished, with air conditioning throughout and double-glazed windows that frame the coastal outlook. One underground parking space and a dedicated storage room are included in the sale. The apartment sits on the ground floor, offering direct access to the communal gardens without the need for stairs or lifts.
Reserva del Higuerón is a gated complex with 24-hour security, shared swimming pools, a spa facility, gymnasium, tennis courts, and padel courts spread across landscaped gardens. The urbanisation lies 2km from Carvajal beach and sits midway between Benalmádena and Fuengirola, with both town centres reachable within a 10-minute drive. Málaga airport is 15km to the northeast along the A-7 coastal motorway.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- 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
- 102 m²
- Terrace
- 18 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 5
- Year built
- 2003
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- North East, East
- Complex
- Reserva del Higuerón
- Area
- Higuerón
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexReserva del HiguerónMap shows the Reserva del Higuerón complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in HiguerónBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
5 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
10 mindrive
The British College
10 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
3 mindrive
Mercadona
10 minwalk
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
7 mindrive
Farmacia El Higuerón
10 minwalk
Centro Idea
4 mindrive
Fuengirola
10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
28 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.
