For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Los Flamingos, Benahavís
Gated community
€995,000€1,100,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 157 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Los Flamingos, Costa del Sol. The west-facing terrace stretches 91 square metres across the entire width of the property, creating an outdoor room where the Mediterranean fills the horizon and the fairways of the golf course roll away beneath you.
Inside, 157 square metres of living space flows across a single level with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan reception that connects directly to the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass. The principal bedroom claims the sea view, whilst the two guest bedrooms share a second bathroom and access to the terrace from a different angle. The kitchen sits within the main living area, and one underground parking space is included. The apartment was completed in 2007 and remains in excellent condition, with furniture available by separate negotiation if required.
Los Flamingos sits in the hills above the coast between Estepona and Marbella, with three 18-hole golf courses within the immediate area and the beach at Casasola 4 kilometres down the hill. The development includes communal gardens and a swimming pool, and the town of San Pedro de Alcántara lies 8 kilometres to the east for shops, restaurants and motorway access.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 157 m²
- Terrace
- 91 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Area
- Los Flamingos
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Los Flamingos, Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Los Flamingos, Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Los FlamingosBenahavísCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Los Flamingos
Can foreigners buy property in Los Flamingos?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Los Flamingos. 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 Los Flamingos?
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.
