For sale · Costa del Sol · Málaga
Available3-Bed Apartment in LIF3, Málaga
Residential complexLIF3Gated community
€899,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 150 m² built
Ref HT5537062Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Málaga, Costa del Sol. This corner-unit residence at LIF3 spans 150 square metres of interior space and commands an 87-square-metre terrace where the Mediterranean stretches across the horizon. Completion is scheduled for 2026, with contemporary finishes and open-plan architecture designed to draw natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows that frame both the living areas and the coastal panorama beyond.
The layout provides three bedrooms and two bathrooms across a single level, with the corner position ensuring cross-ventilation and dual aspects. The open-plan reception room connects directly to the terrace, creating 237 square metres of combined indoor-outdoor living space. One underground parking space and a dedicated storage room are included. Residents access a communal swimming pool, gymnasium, and landscaped gardens maintained by the LIF3 community.
LIF3 sits in the Las Mesas district of Estepona, a residential area that has developed around the town's western edge where low-rise architecture preserves sightlines to the sea. Estepona's marina lies four kilometres east along the coast road, with its waterfront promenade, restaurants, and yacht berths accessible in under ten minutes by car. The complex occupies elevated ground above the A-7 coastal highway, positioning it between the beaches below and the foothills that rise inland towards the Sierra Bermeja.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Storage room
- Garage
- Close to marina
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 150 m²
- Terrace
- 87 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2026
- Condition
- Excellent
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Complex
- LIF3
- City
- Málaga
- Postcode
- 29680
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Málaga
Map shows the approximate Málaga area. The exact position of LIF3 is not published. This property is in MálagaCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Andrés
20 mindrive
Club de Golf de Guadalhorce
32 mindrive
IGY Málaga Marina
25 mindrive
Hospital Materno Infantil
17 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
36 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Málaga
Can foreigners buy property in Málaga?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Málaga. 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 Málaga?
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.
