For sale · Costa del Sol · Torremolinos
Available2-Bed Apartment in Playamar, Torremolinos
Residential complexPlayamarGated community
€498,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 75 m² built
Ref HT5397562Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Torremolinos, Costa del Sol. The terrace spans 22 square metres and faces south-east, placing the Mediterranean directly in your sightline from the moment you step outside. This is a ground-floor layout in a fully furnished condition, ready to move into or adapt as you see fit.
Inside, the living area extends across 75 square metres of built space, with room to define separate zones for seating and dining without the layout feeling compressed. Both bedrooms are double-sized, and the two bathrooms are positioned to serve the main suite and the rest of the apartment independently. The kitchen is equipped and connects directly to the living space, and the east-to-south orientation means natural light moves through the rooms from morning into the afternoon. A private parking space is allocated with the property, and the complex includes a communal pool.
Playamar sits directly on the seafront in Torremolinos, with the promenade and beach access less than 100 metres from the entrance. The complex is a five-minute walk from La Carihuela, where the beachfront restaurant strip runs for over a kilometre along the sand. Málaga airport is 6 kilometres west, reachable in under ten minutes by car, and the train station in the town centre connects to Málaga and Fuengirola on the C-1 line. The apartment was built in 1972, and the interiors reflect their era without recent renovation.
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Features
What this home includes
- Beach view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 75 m²
- Terrace
- 22 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East, South East, South
- Complex
- Playamar
- Area
- Playamar
- City
- Torremolinos
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Playamar, Torremolinos
Residential complexPlayamarMap shows the Playamar complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in PlayamarTorremolinosCosta del Sol.
Playa del Lido
14 minwalk
Campo de Golf Miguel Ángel Jiménez
5 mindrive
Marina Real Club Mediterráneo
22 mindrive
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Playamar
3 mindrive
Aldi
1 mindrive
Hospital Marítimo de Torremolinos
6 mindrive
Farmacia Los Palacios
4 minwalk
Costasol Centro
5 mindrive
Torremolinos
3 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
24 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Playamar
Can foreigners buy property in Playamar?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Playamar. 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 Playamar?
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.
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