For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
Gated community
€355,000€365,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 120 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor property delivers triple-aspect vistas across the Mediterranean, golf fairways, and mountain ridges from a 65-square-metre terrace that wraps around the living space. The south-west orientation floods rooms with afternoon light whilst the terrace's covered and open sections let you shift between shade and full sun throughout the day.
Inside, 120 square metres of living space accommodates three bedrooms and two bathrooms, all presented in excellent condition and sold fully furnished. The principal terrace extends the footprint by more than half again, creating genuine outdoor rooms for year-round use rather than token balcony space. The layout places reception rooms directly onto the terrace, removing the threshold between indoor and outdoor living. A dedicated parking space and communal pool complete the practical specification.
La Duquesa sits where the western Costa del Sol meets open coastline, with the apartment positioned to capture uninterrupted views that won't be built out. La Duquesa Marina lies 2 kilometres south, its restaurants and berths forming the social anchor for the area. The port at Sotogrande is 15 minutes by car, whilst Estepona's old town reaches east along the coast in the opposite direction. The property occupies ground-floor level, eliminating stairs and lift dependency whilst maintaining the elevated perspectives typically reserved for upper storeys.
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Features
What this home includes
- Countryside view
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 120 m²
- Terrace
- 65 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2005
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29691
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 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.
