For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available3-Bed Apartment in Pine Hill Residences, Benalmádena
Residential complexPine Hill ResidencesGated community
€399,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 112 m² built
Ref HT5383927Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Torreblanca, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence spans 112 square metres and captures unobstructed views across the Mediterranean from its east-facing orientation, with morning light flooding the interiors and the Sierra de Mijas range visible to the west. Completed in 2025, the property arrives in excellent condition with contemporary finishes throughout.
The open-plan living and dining area extends onto a private terrace measuring approximately 20 square metres, suitable for outdoor dining and lounging year-round. The kitchen comes fitted with integrated appliances and stone worktops. Both bathrooms feature floor-to-ceiling tiling and walk-in showers, with the principal bedroom benefitting from an en-suite. One allocated parking space is included in the underground garage, accessed via lift. The property is unfurnished, allowing incoming owners to configure the space to their own requirements. A high-security entrance door and video intercom system provide additional peace of mind.
Pine Hill Residences occupies an elevated position in Torreblanca, with communal facilities including a heated outdoor pool, fully equipped gym, spa area, landscaped gardens, and 24-hour security. The complex sits 1.2 kilometres from Fuengirola's town centre, where the marina, weekly market, and beachfront promenade are all within a five-minute drive. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies 25 kilometres to the east, reachable in under 20 minutes via the A-7 coastal motorway.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 112 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Complex
- Pine Hill Residences
- Area
- Torreblanca
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Torreblanca, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Torreblanca, Benalmádena area. The exact position of Pine Hill Residences is not published. This property is in TorreblancaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Torreblanca-Carvajal
2 mindrive
Campo Los Lagos
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
8 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
15 mindrive
Fuengirola
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Torreblanca
Can foreigners buy property in Torreblanca?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Torreblanca. 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 Torreblanca?
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.
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