For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Apartment in Alcazaba Beach, Estepona
Residential complexAlcazaba BeachGated community
€2,995,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 147 m² built
Ref HT5237518Updated daily · Last sync 28 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence occupies the front line of Alcazaba Beach, a gated development where the terrace opens directly onto communal gardens that meet the sand. Recently renovated throughout, the 147-square-metre interior pairs south and south-west orientation with floor-to-ceiling glass that pulls Mediterranean light through the open-plan living and dining space.
Three bedrooms are distributed across the layout, each with an en-suite bathroom fitted with contemporary fixtures. The principal bedroom connects to the 48-square-metre private terrace, which extends the full width of the apartment and faces the sea. The kitchen is fully equipped and integrated into the living area, with stone worktops and built-in appliances. Storage runs the length of one hallway, and the apartment includes one underground parking space accessed via the complex's secure entrance.
Alcazaba Beach provides residents with a heated outdoor pool, floodlit tennis and padel courts, a gymnasium, and 24-hour security. The complex sits 400 metres west of Estepona's marina, where the promenade connects a sequence of beach clubs and restaurants that continue towards the town centre. The AP-7 motorway lies three kilometres inland, placing Marbella 25 minutes east and Gibraltar Airport 45 minutes west. The apartment is sold fully furnished, with all fittings and soft furnishings included in the sale.
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Features
What this home includes
- Beach view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 147 m²
- Terrace
- 48 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- Alcazaba Beach
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Residential complexAlcazaba BeachMap shows the Alcazaba Beach complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Punta Plata
1 mindrive
Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena
12 mindrive
Puerto Estepona
6 mindrive
Sierra Bermeja
3 mindrive
Carrefour
13 minwalk
Vithas Xanit Estepona
3 mindrive
Farmacia Manuel Troyano Martínez
8 minwalk
Carrefour
3 mindrive
Estepona
6 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
44 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
