For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Apartment in Los Olivos, Benahavís
Residential complexLos OlivosGated community
€475,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 95 m² built
Ref HT5491276Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in Los Arqueros, Costa del Sol. This south-facing residence captures Mediterranean vistas from a 37-square-metre terrace that opens directly onto a private garden, creating an extended outdoor living space where the transition between indoor comfort and coastal panorama feels immediate and uninterrupted.
The 95-square-metre interior is arranged across two bedrooms and two bathrooms, delivered fully furnished to move-in standard. The open-plan living area connects to the terrace through full-width glass doors, drawing natural light deep into the space throughout the day. The kitchen is equipped and integrated into the main living zone, while both bedrooms are double-sized with fitted wardrobes. One allocated parking space is included, and the apartment is positioned to overlook the communal pool and landscaped gardens from the terrace level.
Los Olivos is a gated complex within the Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club in Benahavis, offering residents access to secure grounds, maintained gardens, and a shared swimming pool. The Los Arqueros Golf Course lies immediately adjacent to the development, with the clubhouse facilities and first tee accessible within a three-minute walk. The complex sits in the hills above the coast, approximately 10 minutes by car from San Pedro de Alcántara and the beachfront.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 95 m²
- Terrace
- 37 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Los Olivos
- Area
- Los Arqueros
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Los Arqueros, Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Los Arqueros, Benahavís area. The exact position of Los Olivos is not published. This property is in Los ArquerosBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
11 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
10 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
12 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
12 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
8 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
61 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Los Arqueros
Can foreigners buy property in Los Arqueros?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Los Arqueros. 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 Los Arqueros?
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.
