For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in El Paraíso, Estepona
Gated community
€1,250,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 180 m² built · 34 m² plot
Ref HT5504305Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in El Paraíso, Costa del Sol. This raised ground-floor residence spans 180 square metres of interior space and commands views across the Mediterranean from its 125-square-metre terrace. The private garden extends across 34 square metres and includes a swimming pool exclusively for the apartment's use.
Inside, the layout provides three bedrooms and two bathrooms across a single level. The apartment forms part of a small collection of just 24 units within a 15-hectare gated resort, currently under construction with completion scheduled for 2027. Natural light reaches the principal rooms throughout the day, and the property includes one designated parking space. The interiors arrive unfurnished, allowing incoming owners to specify their own finishes and fittings before handover.
The resort sits within El Paraíso, a residential area positioned between the coast and the hills north of the A-7 motorway. San Pedro de Alcántara lies five minutes away by car, placing the property within easy reach of schools, supermarkets and year-round services. Puerto Banús marina sits ten minutes to the east, and the beaches along this stretch of the Costa del Sol are accessible within a similar drive time. The gated perimeter and controlled access define the resort's security approach, whilst the low unit count maintains a quieter residential character than larger developments in the surrounding area.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private pool
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- EV charging
- Close to golf
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 180 m²
- Terrace
- 125 m²
- Plot size
- 34 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2027
- Condition
- New Construction
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- New build
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29679
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Map shows the approximate El Paraíso, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Paraíso
Can foreigners buy property in El Paraíso?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Paraíso. 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 El Paraíso?
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.
