For sale · Costa del Sol · Málaga
Available€247,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 78 m² built
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About this property
Three-bedroom apartment in Málaga, Costa del Sol, positioned on the ninth floor with eastern exposure that floods the living spaces with morning sunlight. The elevated setting delivers expansive views across the San Andrés neighbourhood, whilst the part-furnished interior awaits a buyer ready to reimagine the 78-square-metre layout to contemporary standards.
The floorplan arranges three bedrooms and one bathroom across functional proportions, with a terrace extending the usable space outward. Built in 1973, the structure includes lift access to all floors, removing the inconvenience of stair climbs to the upper levels. The east-facing orientation ensures natural light penetrates the main rooms from dawn through midday, reducing reliance on artificial lighting and creating a bright atmosphere throughout the morning hours. The terrace provides an outdoor zone suitable for dining furniture or potted plants, taking advantage of the coastal climate.
San Andrés sits within Málaga's established residential grid, where local shops, schools and bus routes cluster within walking distance of the building. The apartment stands approximately 3 kilometres from Málaga's historic centre, accessible via direct public transport links, and roughly 4 kilometres from the city's beaches along the Mediterranean shoreline. The neighbourhood's infrastructure includes supermarkets, pharmacies and cafés within a five-minute walk, whilst the proximity to main arterial roads connects residents to the wider Costa del Sol without requiring passage through congested tourist zones. The building's 1973 construction places it within a period when Málaga expanded beyond its historic core, establishing residential blocks that now benefit from mature surroundings and fully developed local services.
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Location
Map shows the approximate Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in MálagaCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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€3,167 / m²
€3,167 × 78 m² = €247,000 asking
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