For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Fuengirola
€520,000
2 beds · 1 bath · 84 m² built
Ref HT5512264Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence offers something unusual for an 84-square-metre apartment: a private sauna tucked into the second bathroom, providing a spa-level amenity typically reserved for much larger properties.
Inside, the living space opens directly onto the kitchen in a single fluid layout, with south and west-facing windows that track the sun from morning through to evening. The 10-square-metre terrace extends this interior across its full width, creating an outdoor room where the afternoon light holds until sunset. Two bedrooms share the main bathroom, which includes a walk-in shower, whilst the second bathroom houses the sauna. Built in 2002, the property retains its original configuration but benefits from the elevated position that pulls mountain views into the western sightline.
The penthouse sits in central Fuengirola, placing Fuengirola Beach 800 metres south on foot. The town's seafront promenade runs for over six kilometres in both directions from this point, connecting the marina district to the east with the quieter residential stretches towards Carvajal. Local shops, the central market hall and the commuter train station all fall within a ten-minute walk, whilst Málaga Airport lies 20 kilometres east via the A-7 coastal motorway. The terrace orientation means the space receives direct sun from late morning onwards, extending usable outdoor hours into the cooler months when south-west exposure matters most.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 84 m²
- Terrace
- 10 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Orientation
- south, west
- City
- Fuengirola
- 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.
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