For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available2-Bed Penthouse in La Reserva del Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexLa Reserva del HiguerónGated community
€775,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 84 m² built
Ref HT5337772Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Higueron, Costa del Sol. This south-facing residence commands 133 square metres of outdoor terrace space across two levels, including a 100-square-metre private rooftop solarium fitted with a jacuzzi and built-in barbecue area. The elevated position delivers uninterrupted coastal views across the Mediterranean, whilst the 2023 construction ensures contemporary specifications throughout the 84-square-metre interior.
The open-plan ground floor combines living, dining and kitchen spaces beneath floor-to-ceiling glazing that opens directly onto the main terrace. Both bedrooms occupy the same level: the master suite includes an en-suite bathroom, whilst the second bedroom sits adjacent to a separate family bathroom. A dedicated laundry area provides utility space beyond the main kitchen. The property includes one underground parking space and comes part-furnished. Air conditioning operates throughout, and the south orientation ensures natural light from mid-morning through late afternoon.
La Reserva del Higuerón is a gated resort community with 24-hour security, multiple swimming pools, spa facilities and landscaped gardens extending across the hillside above Fuengirola. The development sits 800 metres uphill from Carvajal beach, accessible via the resort's internal shuttle service or a 12-minute walk down to the promenade. Fuengirola train station lies 1.2 kilometres east, providing direct connections to Málaga Airport in 25 minutes and the city centre in 35 minutes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Storage room
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 84 m²
- Terrace
- 133 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2023
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Part Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- La Reserva del Higuerón
- Area
- Higuerón
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29640
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Higuerón, Benalmádena
Residential complexLa Reserva del HiguerónMap shows the La Reserva del Higuerón complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in HiguerónBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
5 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
10 mindrive
The British College
10 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
3 mindrive
Mercadona
10 minwalk
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
7 mindrive
Farmacia El Higuerón
10 minwalk
Centro Idea
4 mindrive
Fuengirola
10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
28 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Higuerón
Can foreigners buy property in Higuerón?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Higuerón. 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 Higuerón?
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.
