For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Fuengirola
Gated community
€439,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 79 m² built
Ref HT5447356Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with top-floor position in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. This fully renovated residence occupies the uppermost level of a 1980s building now transformed into contemporary coastal living space. The open-plan layout connects living, dining and kitchen areas in one 79-square-metre flow, with floor-to-ceiling renovations throughout including a completely refitted kitchen with integrated appliances and modern cabinetry.
Both double bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes and individual air conditioning units, whilst two full bathrooms serve the property with walk-in showers and current fittings. The living space extends across the entire floor plate, maximising natural light from multiple aspects. All furnishings convey with the sale, from the kitchen equipment to bedroom storage solutions, creating an immediate move-in scenario. Renovation work has included new flooring, updated electrical systems, and replacement bathroom suites, completed to excellent standard.
The building stands in central Fuengirola, 50 metres from Playa de Fuengirola and the beachfront promenade. You can walk to the seafront in under one minute, whilst the surrounding streets hold the town's principal shopping district, the Mercado Central food market, and the commuter rail station connecting Málaga Airport in 25 minutes. The top-floor position delivers privacy without neighbouring footfall above, and the central location eliminates car dependency for daily routines.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Guest apartment
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to town
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 79 m²
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1980
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- North, West, North West
- City
- Fuengirola
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Fuengirola area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in FuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Santa Amalia
2 mindrive
Cerrado del Aguila Golf
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
3 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
14 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Fuengirola
Can foreigners buy property in Fuengirola?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Fuengirola. 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 Fuengirola?
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.
