For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in La Quinta, Benahavís
Gated community
€459,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 112 m² built
Ref HT5516332Updated daily · Last sync 21 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in La Quinta, Costa del Sol. This fully furnished residence delivers open panoramic views across the surrounding terrain towards the sea, mountains and golf courses, with a 23-square-metre private terrace that extends the 112-square-metre interior into an outdoor living space designed for year-round use.
The bright living area connects directly to the terrace, where morning coffee and evening meals take place against a backdrop of coastal and mountain scenery. Inside, the apartment features two bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Soft neutral tones run throughout the interiors, complemented by air conditioning in every room. The terrace provides 23 square metres of outdoor space with enough room for dining furniture, sun loungers and a small seating area.
La Quinta sits in the hills of Benahavís, with the apartment positioned to capture views across multiple golf courses in the valley below. Puerto Banús marina lies 8 kilometres to the south, reachable in under 15 minutes by car. The property includes one parking space and comes fully furnished, ready for immediate occupation or rental use.
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Features
What this home includes
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Private parking
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 112 m²
- Terrace
- 23 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Energy rating
- C
- Area
- La Quinta
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Quinta, Benahavís
Map shows the approximate La Quinta, Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La QuintaBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
11 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
9 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
11 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
10 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Quinta
Can foreigners buy property in La Quinta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Quinta. 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 Quinta?
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.
