For sale · Costa del Sol · Casares
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Casares Playa, Casares
Gated community
€549,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 123 m² built
Ref HT5500327Updated daily · Last sync 26 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Casares Playa, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence spans 123 square metres of recently refurbished living space, with marble flooring throughout and a 34-square-metre terrace that extends the indoor rooms into the coastal air. The private pool transforms this apartment into something closer to a villa experience, whilst the east-facing orientation fills the interiors with morning light.
Inside, the fully fitted kitchen connects to open-plan living areas warmed by both air conditioning and a working fireplace for cooler evenings. Three bedrooms include one with an ensuite bathroom, and all benefit from fitted wardrobes and double glazing. The covered terrace provides year-round outdoor dining space, whilst a separate storage room solves the practical challenge of coastal living. Residents access the property via a lift, and the apartment comes fully furnished with contemporary pieces selected for the Mediterranean climate. Underground parking for one vehicle and fibre optic connectivity complete the specification.
The location sits within a gated community with communal gardens, positioned between the fairways of Finca Cortesín Golf Club and the shoreline. Casares Playa beach lies 1.2 kilometres south, reachable on foot in fifteen minutes along the coastal path. The urbanisation provides immediate access to the A-7 coast road, connecting to Estepona's marina in twelve minutes by car and to Sotogrande's polo fields in eight. WiFi extends to the terrace, where the country views stretch across undeveloped hillsides towards the Sierra Bermeja range.
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Features
What this home includes
- Countryside view
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 123 m²
- Terrace
- 34 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Area
- Casares Playa
- City
- Casares
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Casares Playa, Casares
Map shows the approximate Casares Playa, Casares area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Casares PlayaCasaresCosta del Sol.
Estepona Golf
27 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
28 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
29 mindrive
Estepona
36 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
97 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Casares Playa
Can foreigners buy property in Casares Playa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Casares Playa. 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 Casares Playa?
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.
