For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available2-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Manilva
Gated community
€415,000
2 beds · 3 baths · 170 m² built
Ref HT5483344Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Manilva, Costa del Sol. This top-floor duplex gives you 170sqm of interior space plus an 83sqm terrace that opens to sea, mountain and port views across the southwest-facing horizon. The solarium extends your outdoor living upwards, creating a second level for sunbathing or evening gatherings under open sky.
Inside, marble flooring runs through both levels, connecting the fully fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and three bathrooms. The principal bedroom includes an ensuite and fitted wardrobes, whilst a lift provides direct access from the underground parking space to your front door. Air conditioning and central heating maintain year-round comfort, and electric blinds adjust light levels at the touch of a button. A separate storage room handles overflow, and the property comes fully furnished with WiFi already installed. The terrace hosts a barbecue area alongside the private pool, and the gated complex includes communal gardens and a shared pool for variety.
Manilva's marina sits 3km down the coast, where restaurants line the waterfront and boats fill the harbour. The urbanisation benefits from an alarm system and gated security, with the A-7 motorway placing Estepona 15 minutes west and Sotogrande's golf courses the same distance east. Built in 2005 and maintained in excellent condition, the penthouse includes one underground parking space within the secure complex perimeter.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Beach view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 170 m²
- Terrace
- 83 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 4
- Year built
- 2005
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East, South, South West
- Energy rating
- D
- CO₂ rating
- D
- City
- Manilva
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Manilva
Map shows the approximate Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in ManilvaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
5 mindrive
Doña Julia
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
8 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
13 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
78 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Manilva
Can foreigners buy property in Manilva?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Manilva. 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 Manilva?
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.
