For sale · Costa del Sol · Ronda
Available3-Bed Apartment for Sale in Ronda
€189,000€195,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 116 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom apartment in Ronda, Costa del Sol. This 116-square-metre residence occupies a duplex layout, with a ground-floor living area connected to the upper level by an internal staircase that separates sleeping quarters from communal space. Double-glazed Climalit windows throughout improve thermal performance and reduce street noise, with selected units fitted with mosquito screens for year-round ventilation without insects.
The upper floor houses all three bedrooms and a full bathroom equipped with a shower. The living room anchors the ground level, while a second bathroom serves the lower floor. Built area spans 116 square metres across both levels, providing clear separation between daytime and night-time zones. The duplex configuration delivers vertical privacy uncommon in single-level apartments, with the staircase acting as a natural buffer between entertaining areas and sleeping spaces.
Ronda sits 750 metres above sea level in the Serranía de Ronda mountains, 100 kilometres west of Málaga city. The property lies within walking distance of the Puente Nuevo, the 18th-century bridge spanning the El Tajo gorge that divides the old and new towns. Ronda's historic bullring, Plaza de Toros, stands 12 minutes on foot from most central residential streets. The town operates as a year-round community rather than a seasonal resort, with local schools, medical centres, and daily markets serving permanent residents. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport sits 90 minutes by car via the A-367 and A-357 routes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Storage room
- Utility room
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 116 m²
- Orientation
- West
- City
- Ronda
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Ronda
Map shows the approximate Ronda area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in RondaCosta del Sol.
Hospital de La Serranía
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
106 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Ronda
Can foreigners buy property in Ronda?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Ronda. 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 Ronda?
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.
