For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Benatalaya, Estepona
Residential complexBenatalayaGated community
€815,000€895,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 169 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5443516Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence commands 270-degree panoramic views stretching from La Concha mountain across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and the African coastline, with westward vistas towards the Sierra Bermeja mountains.
The single-level layout spans 169sqm of interior space with 81sqm of south-facing terrace. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the living room face both south and west, flooding the space with natural light from morning through sunset. Three double bedrooms each include en-suite bathrooms, while the principal suite opens directly onto the terrace. The fully equipped kitchen connects to the living areas, and the property includes one underground parking space. The entire residence is fully furnished and maintained in excellent condition since its 2005 construction.
Benatalaya is a gated community in Atalaya offering residents access to communal pools, a gym, spa facilities, landscaped gardens and 24-hour security. The complex sits within Atalaya's established residential area, 2km from the beach at San Pedro de Alcántara and adjacent to Atalaya Golf & Country Club. Puerto Banús marina lies 5km east along the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 169 m²
- Terrace
- 81 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Benatalaya
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Atalaya, Estepona area. The exact position of Benatalaya is not published. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Isdabe
5 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Atalaya
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya. 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 Atalaya?
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.
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