For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Higuerón, Fuengirola
€489,900
3 beds · 2 baths · 109 m² built
Ref HT5534152Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Higuerón, Costa del Sol. This south-facing third-floor property commands panoramic Mediterranean vistas from a 19sqm terrace that extends the 109sqm interior living space. The views stretch uninterrupted across the coastline, framing both morning coffee and evening meals with a constant horizon line.
Inside, the layout centres on a bright living and dining room that opens directly onto the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The fully equipped kitchen provides integrated appliances and worktop space for daily use. Three bedrooms offer flexible accommodation, with the principal bedroom accessing the terrace, whilst two bathrooms serve the apartment. Built in 2006 and maintained to excellent standard, the property comes fully furnished with contemporary pieces selected to complement the coastal setting. One underground parking space is included, along with access to the communal swimming pool.
Higuerón sits on the hillside between Benalmádena and Fuengirola, positioning this apartment 2.5 kilometres from Carvajal Beach. The location provides immediate access to the Higuerón Health & Sports Club, whilst Málaga Airport lies 15 kilometres east along the A-7 coastal motorway. The terrace runs the full width of the living area, creating an outdoor room that captures afternoon sun year-round.
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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
- 109 m²
- Terrace
- 19 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2006
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- south
- Area
- Higuerón
- City
- Fuengirola
- Postcode
- 29630
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Higuerón, Fuengirola
Map shows the approximate Higuerón, Fuengirola area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in HiguerónFuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
4 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
12 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
9 mindrive
Fuengirola
12 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
29 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Higuerón
Can foreigners buy property in Higuerón?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Higuerón. 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 Higuerón?
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.
