For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available2-Bed Townhouse in El Alto, Benahavís
Residential complexEl AltoGated community
€550,000
2 beds · 3 baths · 160 m² built
Ref HT5414890Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom townhouse with sea views in Los Arqueros, Costa del Sol. This south-facing property sits in the elevated El Alto community, where the Mediterranean coastline stretches out below and mountain ridges frame the northern horizon. The position captures uninterrupted panoramas across the golf resort and out to sea.
Inside, 160 square metres of living space includes two en-suite bedrooms, one with a Jacuzzi and the other with a walk-in shower, plus a ground-floor guest WC. The property comes fully furnished and spans three levels connected by an internal staircase. A 32-square-metre terrace wraps around the main living areas, with a private balcony accessible from the master bedroom. The south orientation fills rooms with natural light throughout the day, and one allocated parking space is included.
El Alto forms the original residential quarter of Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club, built on higher ground above the championship course designed by Severiano Ballesteros. The community pool sits within landscaped gardens shared by neighbouring properties. Marbella town centre lies 15 kilometres east along the A-7 coastal road, and Puerto Banús marina is 12 kilometres in the same direction. San Pedro de Alcántara, with its weekly market and beachfront promenade, is a ten-minute drive down the hill.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Basement
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 160 m²
- Terrace
- 32 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- El Alto
- Area
- Los Arqueros
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Los Arqueros, Benahavís
Residential complexEl AltoMap shows the El Alto complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Los ArquerosBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Pedro
11 mindrive
El Higueral Golf
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Creators International School
11 mindrive
spanish school
7 mindrive
Mercadona
8 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
13 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
11 minwalk
C.C. La Colonia
11 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
62 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse 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.
