For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in El Paraíso, Estepona
Gated community
€625,000€639,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 128 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in El Paraíso, Costa del Sol. This 128-square-metre corner ground-floor residence includes a glass-enclosed terrace that functions as a second living room, capturing direct sea views and evening light across the coastline.
The interior holds three double bedrooms, a fourth flexible room suitable for a home office or guest quarters, and two full bathrooms. The open-plan kitchen comes fully equipped with integrated appliances, and the living area extends onto the glazed terrace, which overlooks the private garden. Central air conditioning and underfloor heating operate throughout the property, and the sale includes one underground parking space plus a storage room. The apartment was completed in 2006 and is sold unfurnished.
The complex provides 24-hour security with concierge service and maintains a resort-style pool area shared among residents. El Paraíso sits 4 kilometres inland from San Pedro de Alcántara, where the beachfront promenade and marina facilities are accessible within a seven-minute drive. The property's position on the corner of the building ensures additional natural light and a larger private garden than standard units in the development.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private garden
- Central heating
- Storage room
- Garage
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 128 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2006
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Energy rating
- D
- CO₂ rating
- D
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29679
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Map shows the approximate El Paraíso, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Paraíso
Can foreigners buy property in El Paraíso?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Paraíso. 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 El Paraíso?
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.
