For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
€449,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 196 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Guadalmina Alta, Costa del Sol. This first-floor residence spans 196 square metres of built space plus a 25-square-metre terrace, offering generous proportions throughout. The apartment comes with a dedicated parking space and access to a communal swimming pool set within maintained gardens.
Inside, the layout centres on a large living and dining room that opens directly onto the terrace. The separate kitchen is fully fitted with an oven, ceramic hob and extractor fan. All three bedrooms include fitted wardrobes, and three bathrooms serve the accommodation. The property was built in 2010 and remains in good condition, though it is sold unfurnished. The residential complex includes a lift and pleasant communal areas for residents.
Guadalmina Alta sits among several golf courses and landscaped gardens, with the Guadalmina Golf Club less than 500 metres from the residence. Puerto Banús marina lies approximately 8 kilometres east, reachable in under 15 minutes by car along the coastal road. The apartment is currently tenanted, providing immediate rental income for an investor.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 196 m²
- Terrace
- 25 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2010
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Guadalmina Alta
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29670
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Guadalmina Alta, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Guadalmina AltaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
14 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
10 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
61 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Guadalmina Alta
Can foreigners buy property in Guadalmina Alta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Guadalmina Alta. 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 Guadalmina Alta?
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.
