For sale · Costa del Sol · Vélez-Málaga
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga
€168,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 120 m² built · 120 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga, Costa del Sol, offering 120 square metres of space ready for complete transformation. Built in 1985 in Algarrobo village, this unfurnished property presents a blank canvas for buyers seeking to create a coastal home to their own specification. The layout includes three separate bedrooms and a living room that receives consistent natural light throughout the day.
The 120-square-metre floor plan divides into distinct zones: three individual bedrooms providing flexible accommodation options, one bathroom serving the entire apartment, and a separate living area with windows that flood the space with sunlight. The property requires full restoration, allowing new owners to install modern kitchens, update bathroom fittings, reconfigure the layout, and select finishes that suit contemporary coastal living. The apartment's size accommodates various design approaches, from open-plan living concepts to maintaining traditional room divisions with updated interiors.
Algarrobo village sits 4 kilometres inland from the beaches of Algarrobo Costa, with the apartment positioned within walking distance of local shops, cafés, and daily services. Public transport connections run regularly between the village and the coast, while the property's location provides access to the traditional Andalusian character of the Axarquía region. Torre del Mar, the area's main coastal town with its promenade and marina, lies 8 kilometres west along the N-340 coast road.
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Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 120 m²
- Plot size
- 120 m²
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1985
- Condition
- Restoration Required
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Vélez-Málaga
- Postcode
- 29750
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga
Map shows the approximate Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Vélez-MálagaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
10 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
11 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
58 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Costa del Sol East
Can foreigners buy property in Vélez-Málaga?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Vélez-Málaga. 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 Vélez-Málaga?
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.
