For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Sierra Blanca, Marbella
Gated community
€732,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 102 m² built
Ref HT5529928Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Sierra Blanca, Costa del Sol. This upper-corner flat spans 102 square metres of wood-floored living space, set within a two-level Mediterranean complex built around mature gardens and a central pool. The south-east orientation fills the rooms with natural light from morning through afternoon, while large windows frame views of the gardens and La Concha mountain beyond.
The living and dining area connects to a 20-square-metre terrace that extends to the master bedroom, creating an outdoor corridor for breakfast, evening meals or simply catching the afternoon sun. Warm wood flooring runs throughout the interior, lending the space a calm, boutique character that contrasts with the typical tiled finishes found in many coastal flats. The apartment includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus one parking space. Fully furnished and maintained in excellent condition since its 1985 construction, the property requires no immediate work.
Sierra Blanca sits on the lower slopes of La Concha, just 4 kilometres from Marbella's Golden Mile and less than 10 minutes by car to Puerto Banús marina. The complex itself occupies a quiet residential pocket, arranged around communal gardens that give the development the feel of a small village rather than a standard apartment block. The private pool sits at the centre, accessible from both levels of the complex and surrounded by established planting that provides natural shade in summer.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Top floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 102 m²
- Terrace
- 20 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1985
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- southeast
- Area
- Sierra Blanca
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29602
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Sierra Blanca, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Sierra Blanca, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Sierra BlancaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Casablanca
49 mindrive
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
55 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen, de Marbella
51 mindrive
Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella
47 mindrive
Marbella
49 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
84 mindrive
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.
