For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Atalaya, Estepona
Gated community
€495,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 135 m² built
Ref HT5338009Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. The 65sqm private rooftop solarium delivers 360-degree panoramas across the Mediterranean coastline and the Sierra Blanca mountain range, turning every sunrise and sunset into a front-row experience.
Inside, 135sqm of west-facing living space includes two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The living room opens directly onto a covered terrace, extending the usable space to 200sqm total across both levels. Full furnishings are included, from the dining table to the bedroom wardrobes, allowing immediate occupation or rental income. The top-floor position ensures natural light floods the interior from mid-afternoon through evening, with no neighbours above. One underground parking space and access to the communal pool complete the practical features.
Atalaya sits 3km inland from the beaches at Guadalmina, placing you seven minutes by car from the sand and beach clubs. The property is within walking distance of Atalaya Golf & Country Club, one of the coast's established 18-hole courses, and the commercial centre at Benavista holds supermarkets, restaurants and services five minutes away on foot. Marbella town centre lies 10km east along the A-7, while Puerto Banús marina sits 8km in the same direction. The penthouse was built in 2001 and remains in good condition throughout both floors.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 135 m²
- Terrace
- 65 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2001
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29680
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Atalaya, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Isdabe
5 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Atalaya
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya. 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 Atalaya?
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.
