For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Benalmadena, Benalmádena
€495,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 120 m² built
Ref HT5524924Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Benalmádena, Costa del Sol. The 30-square-metre terrace frames uninterrupted Mediterranean vistas, a southeast orientation flooding the space with morning and midday light. Built in 2000 and maintained in good condition, the property comes fully furnished and ready to occupy.
Inside, 120 square metres of living space divides into three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with a separate kitchen offering practical storage and worktop space. The living room sits apart from the sleeping quarters, creating distinct zones for entertaining and privacy. Natural light reaches every room through the southeast-facing windows, whilst the terrace extends the usable area for outdoor dining or simply watching the sea. One allocated parking space comes with the property, solving the perennial coastal parking challenge. A communal pool serves the development for those who prefer chlorinated water to salt.
The building stands within walking distance of Playa de Carvajal, roughly 400 metres from the sand. Benalmádena's coastal strip here offers a quieter alternative to the town centre, with beachfront chiringuitos and the promenade running east towards Fuengirola. Local shops and restaurants cluster around Carvajal, whilst the AP-7 motorway sits close enough for Málaga airport runs but far enough to avoid traffic noise. The terrace faces the water directly, no buildings interrupting the sightline to the horizon.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 120 m²
- Terrace
- 30 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- southeast
- Area
- Benalmadena
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmadena, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Benalmadena, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in BenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Bonita
7 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
14 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
5 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
30 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benalmadena
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena. 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 Benalmádena?
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.
