For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in El Paraíso, Estepona
Gated community
€395,000
2 beds · 2.5 baths · 85 m² built · 15 m² plot
Ref HT5392927Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in El Paraiso, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence pairs a south-west and west orientation with glimpses of the Mediterranean from its 10sqm terrace, whilst a 15sqm garden terrace currently under construction will extend the outdoor footprint to 25sqm in total.
Inside, 85sqm of renovated space includes a designer kitchen fitted with Siemens and NEFF appliances and marble worktops. Both bedrooms are double-sized, serviced by two full bathrooms plus a guest toilet. The layout flows through open-plan living areas into the terrace, where the orientation captures afternoon and evening sun. One allocated parking space comes with the property, and furniture is available by separate negotiation. The apartment sits within a gated community with a shared swimming pool and maintained gardens.
El Paraiso places you 2.5 kilometres from San Pedro de Alcántara's town centre, where you'll find supermarkets, restaurants and the weekly street market. The beachfront promenade at San Pedro runs west towards Estepona and east towards Puerto Banús, both accessible within a ten-minute drive. Several golf courses, including El Paraiso Golf Club, lie within walking distance of the urbanisation.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Covered parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Built area
- 85 m²
- Terrace
- 10 m²
- Plot size
- 15 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1979
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West, West
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Map shows the approximate El Paraíso, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Paraíso
Can foreigners buy property in El Paraíso?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Paraíso. 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 El Paraíso?
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.
