For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Apartment in Montebello Hills, Marbella
Residential complexMontebello HillsGated community
€1,150,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 190 m² built
Ref HT5519869Updated daily · Last sync 26 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Sierra Blanca, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor property occupies 190 square metres of single-level living space within the gated Montebello Hills community on Marbella's Golden Mile. The apartment has been fully renovated with marble floors throughout and contemporary finishes that balance warm neutral tones with clean, modern lines.
The open-plan living and dining room extends directly onto a 25-square-metre terrace, creating a continuous indoor-outdoor flow. The independent kitchen features sleek white cabinetry and includes a separate laundry area. The master suite occupies its own wing with a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom. Two further bedrooms each have their own bathroom, and the apartment includes one parking space. The 162 square metres of usable interior space is arranged across a single level, eliminating stairs entirely.
Montebello Hills sits in Sierra Blanca, a hillside enclave above the Golden Mile that places the apartment four kilometres from Marbella's town centre. The gated complex provides 24-hour security, communal gardens, and a shared swimming pool. Puerto Banús marina lies three kilometres west, a six-minute drive down the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 190 m²
- Terrace
- 25 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- Montebello Hills
- Area
- Sierra Blanca
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Sierra Blanca, Marbella
Residential complexMontebello HillsMap shows the Montebello Hills complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Sierra BlancaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Casablanca
7 mindrive
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen, de Marbella
11 mindrive
British International School
5 mindrive
Lidl
6 mindrive
Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella
7 mindrive
Farmacia Marbella Real
6 mindrive
El Corte Inglés
6 mindrive
Marbella
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
53 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Sierra Blanca
Can foreigners buy property in Sierra Blanca?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Sierra Blanca. 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 Sierra Blanca?
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.
