For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Apartment in Botanic, Benahavís
Residential complexBotanicGated community
€695,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 196 m² built · 60 m² plot
Ref HT5512897Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor corner unit occupies 196 square metres of built space with direct access to a 60-square-metre private-use garden, a feature available to no other apartment in the Botanic complex. The south-east and south orientation floods the interior with natural light from morning through late afternoon, whilst the 62-square-metre terrace frames unobstructed views across the Mediterranean.
Inside, the layout divides into three bedrooms and two bathrooms across a single level. The open-plan living area extends onto the terrace without steps, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The kitchen comes part-furnished with integrated appliances and stone worktops. Built in 2018, the apartment remains in excellent condition with contemporary finishes throughout. One underground parking space is included, and the complex provides 24-hour security, communal swimming pools, and landscaped gardens within the gated perimeter.
Botanic sits within the Reserva de Alcuzcuz in Benahavís, a hillside enclave above the coastal corridor. Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club lies 3 kilometres to the south, accessible via a quiet access road that winds through pine-covered slopes. The complex borders La Zagaleta, one of Europe's most exclusive private estates, whilst Marbella's Golden Mile is a 15-minute drive downhill. The private garden wraps around two sides of the apartment, bordered by mature Mediterranean shrubs that screen the property from neighbouring units.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Countryside view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to town
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 196 m²
- Terrace
- 62 m²
- Plot size
- 60 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2018
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Part Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East, South
- Complex
- Botanic
- City
- Benahavís
- Postcode
- 29678
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Residential complexBotanicMap shows the Botanic complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
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.
