For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available2-Bed Apartment in Coto Real Duquesa, Manilva
Residential complexCoto Real DuquesaGated community
€295,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 82 m² built
Ref HT5386798Updated daily · Last sync 11 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. Ocean panoramas stretch across the main living space and into the principal bedroom, framed by south-east-facing windows that flood the interior with morning light. The apartment sits on the ground floor of Coto Real Duquesa, a gated complex inspired by Moroccan architecture, where the 82-square-metre layout has been fully renovated to combine contemporary comfort with coastal elegance.
Inside, the open-plan living area connects to a 15-square-metre terrace that captures both sea and horizon views. Two full bathrooms serve the two bedrooms, with the principal suite opening directly onto the terrace. The apartment comes fully furnished, ready for immediate occupation or holiday rental. Built in 2004 and maintained in excellent condition, the property includes one underground parking space and access to the complex's communal pool, tennis courts, landscaped gardens, and 24-hour security.
Coto Real Duquesa occupies a hillside position above La Duquesa Marina, which lies a five-minute walk downhill and offers waterfront dining, boat moorings, and beach access. The complex sits equidistant between Sabinillas town centre and the marina, placing supermarkets, banks, and restaurants within a ten-minute walk. The gated entrance opens onto quiet internal roads lined with mature planting, while the communal gardens wrap around the low-rise blocks in terraced sections that follow the natural slope of the terrain.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Fibre internet
- Close to marina
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 82 m²
- Terrace
- 15 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Complex
- Coto Real Duquesa
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. The exact position of Coto Real Duquesa is not published. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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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