For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available2-Bed Apartment in Golf Gardens, Marbella
Residential complexGolf GardensGated community
€799,500
2 beds · 2 baths · 137 m² built
Ref HT5521096Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in Río Real, Costa del Sol. This ground-level residence spans 137 square metres of interior space, with an additional 63-square-metre terrace that opens directly onto your own swimming pool. The terrace wraps around the living areas, creating multiple outdoor zones for dining, lounging, and morning coffee in complete privacy.
Inside, both bedrooms are configured as en-suites, each with its own bathroom and built-in wardrobes. The open-plan living and dining area measures approximately 40 square metres and connects directly to the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The kitchen comes fully equipped with integrated appliances, whilst a separate utility room handles laundry and additional storage. A small storage room provides space for golf clubs, beach equipment, or seasonal items. The apartment includes one designated parking space in the underground garage and arrives fully furnished, ready for immediate use.
Golf Gardens is a gated residential development set within the Río Real Golf estate, where residents access communal swimming pools, landscaped gardens, and 24-hour security. The property sits 400 metres from Río Real Golf Club's 18-hole championship course and 1.2 kilometres from Río Real beach. Marbella's old town centre is a seven-minute drive west along the A-7 coastal road, whilst Málaga Airport lies 45 kilometres to the southwest. The complex backs onto protected green corridor land, ensuring uninterrupted views of mature pines and fairways from the upper floors of neighbouring blocks.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 137 m²
- Terrace
- 63 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- Golf Gardens
- Area
- Río Real
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Río Real, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Río Real, Marbella area. The exact position of Golf Gardens is not published. This property is in Río RealMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
4 mindrive
Greenlife Golf Marbella
13 mindrive
Marina Marbella
8 mindrive
Hospital Universitario Costa del Sol
7 mindrive
Marbella
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
52 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Río Real
Can foreigners buy property in Río Real?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Río Real. 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 Río Real?
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.
