For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Apartment in Marina de la Duquesa, Manilva
Residential complexMarina de la DuquesaGated community
€549,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 127 m² built
Ref HT5299756Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. The terrace opens directly onto the sand, placing you a few paces from the Mediterranean shoreline and eliminating the buffer most coastal properties retain between home and water. The 25-square-metre outdoor space runs the width of the apartment, offering dual east and south orientation that captures morning light and afternoon warmth without the harsh glare typical of west-facing positions.
Inside, 127 square metres of living space accommodates three bedrooms and three bathrooms across a ground-floor layout. The open-plan kitchen and lounge area connects to the terrace through full-width glass doors, extending the usable living area in mild weather. Each bedroom includes fitted wardrobes, and the principal suite features an en-suite bathroom with direct terrace access. The apartment was built in 2002 and remains in excellent condition, requiring no immediate works. One underground parking space is included, and furniture can be negotiated separately if required.
Marina de La Duquesa is a gated complex offering two communal pools, tennis and padel courts, a fully equipped gym, and landscaped gardens maintained by on-site staff. The development sits adjacent to Puerto de la Duquesa marina, which lies within a three-minute walk and contains international restaurants, provisioning shops, and berths for visiting yachts. La Duquesa Golf Course borders the complex to the north, positioned 800 metres from the apartment entrance. Málaga Airport is accessible in 55 minutes via the A-7 coastal motorway, and Gibraltar Airport provides an alternative gateway 30 minutes to the southwest.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Beach view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 127 m²
- Terrace
- 25 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2002
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East, South
- Complex
- Marina de la Duquesa
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29692
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Residential complexMarina de la DuquesaMap shows the Marina de la Duquesa complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
La Duquesa
4 minwalk
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San Luis de Sabinillas
4 mindrive
Dia
11 minwalk
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
12 mindrive
Farmacia la Duquesa
4 minwalk
Carrefour
19 mindrive
Estepona
19 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
39 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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.
