For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Apartment in El Manantial de Santa María Golf-Elviria-Marbella, Marbella
Residential complexEl Manantial de Santa María Golf-Elviria-MarbellaGated community
€627,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 179 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Marbella, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence in the El Manantial de Santa María Golf complex delivers 179 square metres of built space with a 49-square-metre south-east-facing terrace that captures morning light and looks out over communal gardens and distant sea glimpses.
Inside, the layout centres on a large living-dining room with a working fireplace, flowing into a fitted kitchen with a separate laundry room. All three bedrooms feature built-in wardrobes, and the principal bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom alongside a second full bathroom for guests. The terrace extends the full width of the apartment, offering space for outdoor dining and sun loungers without encroaching on the garden views. A private parking space is allocated with the property, and it comes part-furnished with key pieces already in place.
The apartment sits within the gated El Manantial de Santa María Golf complex in Elviria, where multiple communal swimming pools and landscaped gardens are maintained year-round by the community. Santa María Golf Club lies adjacent to the development, and the beaches of Elviria are a five-minute drive down the hill. Supermarkets, restaurants and banking services are within walking distance along the main Elviria road, while Marbella's old town is ten minutes west by car. The property holds a valid short-term rental licence.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private garden
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Fitted kitchen
- Private parking
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 179 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Complex
- El Manantial de Santa María Golf-Elviria-Marbella
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Marbella
Residential complexEl Manantial de Santa María Golf-Elviria-MarbellaMap shows the El Manantial de Santa María Golf-Elviria-Marbella complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in MarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Artola
5 mindrive
Greenlife Golf Marbella
4 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
8 mindrive
English International College
4 mindrive
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Las Dunas
5 mindrive
Carrefour Market
10 minwalk
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
8 mindrive
Farmacia Lasso
11 minwalk
Centro Comercial el Puente 3
15 mindrive
Marbella
16 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
49 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Marbella
Can foreigners buy property in Marbella?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Marbella. 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 Marbella?
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.
