For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Penthouse in La Torre, Benahavís
Residential complexLa TorreGated community
€485,000€499,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 86 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5471221Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Los Arqueros, Costa del Sol. The rooftop solarium spans 109 square metres and includes a private pool with mountain views stretching across the Andalusian terrain. West-facing orientation ensures afternoon sun across both levels of outdoor space.
The 86-square-metre interior holds two double bedrooms, two bathrooms including one en-suite, and an open-plan lounge-diner that extends directly onto the main terrace. From there, stairs lead up to the solarium level where the private pool sits alongside additional entertaining space. The property has been partially refurbished and comes with one underground parking space and separate storage. Furniture can be included or excluded depending on preference.
La Torre is a gated urbanisation within Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, which sits seven minutes by car from San Pedro de Alcántara. The complex offers a newly built padel club, tennis courts, gymnasium, two restaurants, and a bar alongside communal pool areas. The 18-hole Los Arqueros golf course runs through the development, with the clubhouse a short walk from the property.
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Features
What this home includes
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Frontline golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 86 m²
- Terrace
- 109 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- La Torre
- Area
- Los Arqueros
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Los Arqueros, Benahavís
Residential complexLa TorreMap shows the La Torre complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Los ArquerosBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Málaga Airport (AGP)
61 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Los Arqueros
Can foreigners buy property in Los Arqueros?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Los Arqueros. 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 Los Arqueros?
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.
