For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Apartment in Palmitos, Benahavís
Residential complexPalmitosGated community
€1,650,000€1,900,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 158 m² built · 121 m² plot
Price reduced
Ref HT5437216Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment with private pool in La Quinta, Costa del Sol. This ground-floor residence occupies 158 square metres within the gated Palmitos development, completed in 2024 with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame mountain views across the Real de la Quinta valley. The private pool sits within a 121-square-metre landscaped garden, accessed directly from 72 square metres of covered and uncovered terrace space.
Inside, the open-plan living area connects to a fully fitted kitchen with premium appliances, while three bedrooms and two bathrooms occupy separate wings of the layout. The property comes fully furnished with designer pieces selected to complement the contemporary finishes. A dedicated parking space is included. The covered terrace extends the living space outdoors, creating a sheltered zone between the interior and the garden that remains usable year-round.
Palmitos sits within Real de la Quinta, a secure estate with controlled access, communal pools, spa facilities, and maintained gardens. The development overlooks the El Lago Club and its lake, visible from the terrace, approximately 200 metres downhill. La Quinta Golf & Country Club lies within a five-minute drive, whilst the beachfront at Puerto Banús is 15 minutes by car along the A-7 coast road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Lake view
- Mountain view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Open-plan kitchen
- Storage room
- Utility room
- EV charging
- Garage
- Close to golf
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Ground floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 158 m²
- Terrace
- 72 m²
- Plot size
- 121 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- New build
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Palmitos
- Area
- La Quinta
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Quinta, Benahavís
Residential complexPalmitosMap shows the Palmitos complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in La QuintaBenahavísCosta del Sol.
Playa Canina Ventura del Mar
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Magna Marbella Golf
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Puerto Deportivo José Banus
15 mindrive
Aloha College
10 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria José Banús
12 mindrive
Dia
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Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
12 mindrive
Farmacia Monte Halcones
14 mindrive
Centro Comercial Marina Banús
14 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
16 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
66 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Quinta
Can foreigners buy property in La Quinta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Quinta. 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 La Quinta?
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.
