For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Apartment in El Soto de La Quinta, Benahavís
Residential complexEl Soto de La QuintaGated community
€484,950€507,500
3 beds · 2.5 baths · 140 m² built · 50 m² plot
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in Benahavis, Costa del Sol. This duplex property spans 140 square metres across two levels and includes a 50-square-metre private garden that opens directly onto the fairways of La Quinta Golf Course.
Inside, the ground floor holds an open-plan living and dining area with direct garden access through full-height glass doors, a fitted kitchen, and a guest cloakroom. Upstairs, the master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom, while two further bedrooms share a family bathroom. A 45-square-metre terrace extends the living space outdoors, and the property includes one allocated parking space within the gated complex. The apartment is sold unfurnished, allowing you to configure the interiors to your own specification.
El Soto de La Quinta sits within a secure, gated community that offers residents a shared swimming pool and 24-hour security. The property looks out over the golf course, with mountain views framing the backdrop. La Quinta Golf Club is immediately adjacent, and the village of Benahavis lies 6 kilometres to the northwest. Puerto Banús and its marina are 12 minutes by car, while Marbella town centre is 15 minutes along the AP-7. The apartment was built in 2001 and remains in good condition throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Close to golf
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Built area
- 140 m²
- Terrace
- 45 m²
- Plot size
- 50 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- El Soto de La Quinta
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexEl Soto de La QuintaMap shows the El Soto de La Quinta complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Pedro
8 mindrive
Magna Marbella Golf
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
10 mindrive
Aloha College
13 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria José Banús
11 mindrive
Dia
22 minwalk
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
10 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
9 minwalk
C.C. La Colonia
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
59 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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.
