For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Marbesa, Marbella
Gated community
€365,000€389,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 132 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5360722Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Marbesa, Costa del Sol. This 132-square-metre ground-floor residence delivers direct access to its own swimming pool from a south-facing terrace, creating an unusually private outdoor space for a property of this type. The layout separates social and sleeping areas across a generous footprint, with natural light flooding the main living room through full-height glazing that opens onto the poolside terrace.
Inside, two double bedrooms each connect to their own bathroom, whilst the independent dining room extends onto a second private balcony overlooking the communal gardens. The kitchen comes unfurnished, allowing incoming owners to fit it to their specifications. A separate utility area handles laundry and storage, and one underground parking space comes included. The south orientation means the terrace and pool receive sunlight throughout the day, whilst the ground-floor position eliminates stairs and lifts entirely.
Marbesa sits between the dunes and the A-7 coastal road, placing this apartment 800 metres from the beach on foot. Cabopino Marina lies three minutes away by car, with its restaurants and boat moorings forming the nearest social hub. Marbella's old town centre is a 12-minute drive west, whilst eastbound traffic reaches Elviria's commercial centre in under five minutes. The property was built in 2005 and remains in good condition throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Storage room
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 132 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2005
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Energy rating
- E
- CO₂ rating
- D
- Area
- Marbesa
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29604
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Marbesa, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Marbesa, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in MarbesaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Artola
6 mindrive
Cabopino golf
7 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
6 mindrive
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
10 mindrive
Marbella
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
46 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Marbesa
Can foreigners buy property in Marbesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Marbesa. 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 Marbesa?
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.
