For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Carvajal, Benalmádena
Gated community
€699,000€985,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 119 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT4943044Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Carvajal, Costa del Sol. This south-facing property delivers 141 square metres of terrace space across two levels, including a private rooftop with splash pool and barbecue area. Built in 2021, the penthouse remains in excellent condition and comes fully furnished.
Inside, 119 square metres of living space includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms arranged around an open-plan layout with bar-style kitchen. The main level features a large covered terrace where the sea view extends across the coastline. The living room has been designed to accommodate a third bedroom if required. Upstairs, the private roof terrace combines the splash pool, barbecue station, and sun terrace with uninterrupted Mediterranean views. A communal pool serves the building, and the sale includes one parking space plus storage.
Carvajal train station sits 50 metres from the property, connecting residents to Málaga Airport in 20 minutes and Málaga city centre in 30 minutes. The beach lies 100 metres away on foot. Fuengirola's marina and town centre are a five-minute drive east along the coast road, while the property's ground-floor position on the top floor of the building means lift access without climbing stairs.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Beach view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 119 m²
- Terrace
- 141 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2021
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Area
- Carvajal
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Carvajal, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Carvajal, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in CarvajalBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
1 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
11 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
12 mindrive
Fuengirola
13 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
32 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Carvajal
Can foreigners buy property in Carvajal?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Carvajal. 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 Carvajal?
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.
