For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Benamara, Estepona
Residential complexBenamaraGated community
€279,000€315,000
2 beds · 1 bath · 56 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5249764Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in New Golden Mile, Costa del Sol. This corner position brings natural light from two aspects into recently renovated interiors where open-plan living extends the sense of space. The 20sqm terrace provides an outdoor room for year-round use under the north-west orientation.
Inside, 56sqm of built space accommodates two bedrooms and a bathroom alongside the open-plan kitchen that flows into the living area. The corner layout means windows on adjacent walls, creating cross-ventilation and eliminating the corridor feel common in apartments of this vintage. Sold fully furnished, the property includes one parking space within the gated perimeter. The renovation has updated the original 1982 construction with contemporary finishes throughout both bedrooms and the bathroom.
The Benamara complex provides residents with communal pool, maintained gardens, padel and tennis courts, plus 24-hour security at the gated entrance. The property sits 200 metres from the beach, a three-minute walk to the sand. Shops and restaurants line the immediate streets, while Estepona town centre lies 10 minutes west by car and Puerto Banús 10 minutes east. Public transport connections run along the coastal road outside the complex.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Barbecue
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 56 m²
- Terrace
- 20 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- North West
- Complex
- Benamara
- Area
- New Golden Mile
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
New Golden Mile, Estepona
Residential complexBenamaraMap shows the Benamara complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in New Golden MileEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Salduna
8 minwalk
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
6 mindrive
Colegio Isdabe del Mar
2 mindrive
ALDI
11 minwalk
Mercadona
6 mindrive
Lidl
6 mindrive
Carrefour
7 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
Pharmacy
5 minwalk
Mustang
5 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
18 restaurants & bars
within 12 minwalk
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
57 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in New Golden Mile
Can foreigners buy property in New Golden Mile?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in New Golden Mile. 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 New Golden Mile?
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.
