For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Apartment in Patio Los Naranjos, Estepona
Residential complexPatio Los NaranjosGated community
€348,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 99 m² built · 99 m² plot
Ref HT5481469Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in El Paraíso, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence in the established Patio Los Naranjos complex offers the rare advantage of elevated living without upward neighbours, delivering quieter mornings and complete privacy on the covered terrace. The 99sqm layout includes a lounge-dining area with working fireplace, a newly fitted kitchen with dedicated laundry zone, two full bathrooms, and marble flooring throughout.
The 16sqm covered terrace extends the living space outdoors year-round, whilst air conditioning in both heating and cooling modes maintains comfort across all seasons. Both bedrooms provide adequate separation for family or guests, and the apartment comes partly furnished for immediate occupation. A dedicated parking space within the gated grounds removes the daily search for street parking common in coastal developments.
Patio Los Naranjos sits in El Paraíso between Marbella and Estepona, with communal gardens and a swimming pool maintained by the urbanisation. The complex provides 24-hour security and controlled access. Atalaya Golf & Country Club lies less than 1km away, placing multiple championship courses within a five-minute drive. The beachfront at Playa del Saladillo is 2.5km south, reachable in under five minutes by car, whilst central Estepona and Puerto Banús both sit within a 10-minute radius for dining and marina access.
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Features
What this home includes
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Utility room
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Top floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 99 m²
- Terrace
- 16 m²
- Plot size
- 99 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 1984
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Part Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- East, West
- Complex
- Patio Los Naranjos
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Residential complexPatio Los NaranjosMap shows the Patio Los Naranjos complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
7 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
2 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
2 mindrive
Colegio Isdabe del Mar
6 mindrive
Mercadona
12 minwalk
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
6 mindrive
Pharmacy
4 minwalk
Mustang
2 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
52 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.
