For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in Costalita, Estepona
Gated community
€1,500,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 186 m² built · 30 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Costalita, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor property occupies a south-facing corner plot with direct access to a 30-square-metre private garden, offering additional privacy with no immediate neighbours on one side. The covered terrace opens onto this garden space, creating an extended outdoor area sheltered from coastal winds.
The 186-square-metre interior has been reconfigured to maximise living space, with an open-plan kitchen flowing into a generous living and dining area. Both bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, whilst the principal bedroom features an en-suite bathroom alongside the main family bathroom. A separate utility room sits off the main living area, providing practical storage and laundry facilities. The apartment comes fully furnished and benefits from one allocated parking space within the development, which includes a communal swimming pool.
The property sits within a frontline beach development on Estepona's New Golden Mile, with the sandy shoreline accessible within a one-minute walk. Estepona's historic town centre lies 7 kilometres east, approximately a 10-minute drive along the coastal road. The covered terrace faces south to capture the evening sun, with unobstructed sea views extending across the Mediterranean.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Beachfront
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 186 m²
- Plot size
- 30 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- south
- Area
- Costalita
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costalita, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Costalita, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in CostalitaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa del Saladillo
2 mindrive
Flamingos Golf
9 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
12 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Costalita
Can foreigners buy property in Costalita?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Costalita. 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 Costalita?
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.
