For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available2-Bed Penthouse in Playas del Duque, Marbella
Residential complexPlayas del DuqueGated community
€1,295,000€1,300,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 136 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5451973Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom penthouse with beachfront position in Puerto Banús, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence occupies the Cádiz building within the gated Playas del Duque complex, placing you metres from the sand. The property has been comprehensively renovated in a contemporary style, with an open-plan layout that draws natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows and connects the living areas to a 30-square-metre private terrace offering views across the Mediterranean.
Inside, 136 square metres of living space includes two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, all presented in excellent condition with modern finishes throughout. The open-plan kitchen integrates with the living and dining zones, creating a flexible entertaining area that extends onto the terrace. The property comes fully furnished and includes one designated parking space. The terrace itself measures approximately 30 square metres and provides direct sea views, functioning as an outdoor extension of the main living space. Both bedrooms are generously proportioned, and the apartment benefits from the elevation of the top floor without neighbouring units above.
Playas del Duque offers 24-hour security, manicured tropical gardens and a communal swimming pool, with direct access to the beachfront promenade. Puerto Banús marina sits less than 400 metres away, reachable on foot in under five minutes, placing the boutiques, restaurants and berths of one of Europe's most recognised yacht harbours within immediate reach. The complex occupies a prime stretch of the Golden Mile coastline, with the beach accessible via a private gate from the gardens.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Beach view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Fibre internet
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 136 m²
- Terrace
- 30 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1975
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West, West
- Complex
- Playas del Duque
- Area
- Puerto Banús
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29660
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Puerto Banús, Marbella
Residential complexPlayas del DuqueMap shows the Playas del Duque complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Puerto BanúsMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Málaga Airport (AGP)
56 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Puerto Banús
Can foreigners buy property in Puerto Banús?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Puerto Banús. 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 Puerto Banús?
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.
