For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Apartment in Artola Homes, Marbella
Residential complexArtola HomesGated community
€685,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 139 m² built · 35 m² plot
Ref HT5229706Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Artola, Costa del Sol. This elevated ground-floor residence captures dual aspects across the Mediterranean and neighbouring golf fairways, with a south to west orientation that draws natural light through floor-to-ceiling glazing. The 35-square-metre terrace extends into a private 35-square-metre garden, creating a combined outdoor space where you can watch the sun track across the water from breakfast through to evening.
Inside, 139 square metres of living space includes an open-plan kitchen fitted with integrated appliances, a separate utility area, and three double bedrooms served by two bathrooms. The principal bedroom opens directly onto the terrace. Porcelain tiling runs throughout the main living zones, while the bedrooms have timber-effect flooring. Air conditioning operates via a zoned system, and double glazing keeps the interior quiet. The apartment was completed in 2021 and remains in excellent condition. One underground parking space is included, accessed by lift from the entrance level.
Artola Homes is a gated development with 12-hour on-site security, a heated indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a residents' gym. The complex sits 15 minutes on foot from Cabopino beach and marina, where the protected Artola dunes meet a working harbour lined with seafood restaurants. Marbella town centre is a 15-minute drive west along the A-7, while Mijas Golf lies three kilometres inland. The apartment is sold with optional furniture.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Heated pool
- Golf view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Smart home
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 139 m²
- Terrace
- 35 m²
- Plot size
- 35 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West, West
- Energy rating
- C
- Complex
- Artola Homes
- Area
- Artola
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Artola, Marbella
Residential complexArtola HomesMap shows the Artola Homes complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in ArtolaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
14 minwalk
Cabopino golf
1 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
5 mindrive
English International College
6 mindrive
Colegio ECOS
13 mindrive
Lidl
6 mindrive
Dia
6 mindrive
Mercadona
7 mindrive
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
10 mindrive
Farmacia Calahonda
6 mindrive
Centro Comercial Los Cipreses
6 mindrive
Fuengirola
20 mindrive
10 restaurants & bars
within 12 minwalk
Málaga Airport (AGP)
46 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Artola
Can foreigners buy property in Artola?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Artola. 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 Artola?
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.
