For sale · Costa del Sol · Málaga
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Málaga Este, Málaga
Gated community
€585,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 104 m² built
Ref HT5521459Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with mountain views in Málaga Este, Costa del Sol. This 104-square-metre property on the Costa del Sol delivers natural light and open sightlines across the ranges to the north. The renovated interior includes air conditioning in the main living area and a layout that separates sleeping quarters from communal spaces, with one bathroom serving all three bedrooms.
The entrance hall opens onto a combined living and dining room that extends to a private balcony, where the mountain aspect is clearest. The kitchen offers separate access and connects to a utility area with room for laundry appliances. All three bedrooms receive direct daylight, and the property includes one designated parking space in the building's ground-level allocation. Built in 1972, the apartment has undergone recent updates to flooring and fixtures, though it is sold unfurnished.
Málaga Este sits 4 kilometres east of Málaga city centre, with the Malagueta beach accessible in under ten minutes by car. The building stands within a private residential community with a recently refurbished entrance and maintained communal areas. Local bus routes connect to the historic quarter and the port district, while the A-7 motorway provides direct access to coastal towns in both directions. The property lies within walking distance of neighbourhood shops and primary schools, and Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 15 kilometres to the southwest.
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Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 104 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Gated community
- Yes
- Area
- Málaga Este
- City
- Málaga
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Málaga Este, Málaga
Map shows the approximate Málaga Este, Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Málaga EsteMálagaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo del Candado
6 mindrive
Clinica Rincon
6 mindrive
Rincón de la Victoria
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
38 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Málaga Este
Can foreigners buy property in Málaga Este?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Málaga Este. 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 Este?
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.
