For sale · Costa del Sol · Málaga
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Málaga
€220,000€230,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 80 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment in Málaga, Costa del Sol, positioned for complete personalisation in one of the city's best-connected neighbourhoods. This 80-square-metre property sits on the ground floor with south-east orientation, flooding the living spaces with natural light from mid-morning onwards. The blank canvas awaits transformation into either a contemporary family home or a high-yield investment opportunity in an area where demand consistently outpaces supply.
The layout comprises three bedrooms, a separate kitchen, a bright living room, and one bathroom requiring full refurbishment. Ground-floor access eliminates concerns about stairs or lift dependency, particularly valuable for families with young children or elderly relatives. The property includes one allocated parking space, a significant advantage in this central district where street parking remains perpetually scarce. South-east exposure means the main rooms capture morning and early afternoon sun without the intense heat of westerly aspects during summer months.
The apartment stands within walking distance of Málaga's María Zambrano train station, approximately five minutes on foot, connecting residents to the airport in twelve minutes and to Seville, Córdoba, and Madrid via high-speed AVE services. The surrounding streets contain supermarkets, pharmacies, medical centres, and primary schools within a three-block radius. This established residential zone sits between the historic centre and the eastern beaches, offering equal access to cultural attractions and coastal recreation without the tourist saturation of the old town or the premium pricing of seafront developments.
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Features
What this home includes
- Central heating
- Private parking
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 80 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Condition
- Restoration Required
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Orientation
- South East
- City
- Málaga
- Postcode
- 29006
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Málaga
Map shows the approximate Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in MálagaCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Andrés
20 mindrive
Club de Golf de Guadalhorce
32 mindrive
IGY Málaga Marina
25 mindrive
Hospital Materno Infantil
17 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
36 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Málaga
Can foreigners buy property in Málaga?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Málaga. 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 Málaga?
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.
