For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
Gated community
€249,950
2 beds · 2 baths · 80 m² built
Ref HT5507194Updated daily · Last sync 14 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with golf views in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. From the 17-square-metre southeast-facing terrace, the greens stretch out in manicured bands whilst the sea glints beyond, framing mornings in light and evenings in long, slanted gold.
Inside, 80 square metres divide cleanly into two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, one ensuite. The kitchen comes fully fitted with integrated appliances, and marble flooring runs throughout, catching the southern light that pours through double-glazed doors. Fitted wardrobes in both bedrooms keep the lines spare, whilst air conditioning in each room tempers the summer heat. A lift serves the top floor directly, and the penthouse includes a dedicated storage room and an underground parking space within the gated complex.
La Duquesa sits between two worlds: the fairways of several championship courses to the north and the working marina to the south, reachable in under five minutes by car. The complex itself offers communal gardens, a shared pool, and 24-hour security, with paddle tennis courts tucked behind low hedges. Puerto de la Duquesa, less than two kilometres away, lines its quays with tapas bars and chandlers, the kind of port where locals still moor fishing boats alongside the yachts.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Golf view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 80 m²
- Terrace
- 17 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- southeast
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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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