For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Lomas del Marqués, Benahavís
Residential complexLomas del MarquésGated community
€1,650,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 159 m² built
Ref HT5439040Updated daily · Last sync 10 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence spans two levels and 159 square metres of interior space, with 79 square metres of terrace extending the living area outdoors. The open-plan layout connects the kitchen, dining and living zones without partitions, allowing natural light to reach the full depth of the property. All three bedrooms include en-suite bathrooms, eliminating the need for shared facilities. The property comes fully furnished and includes one underground parking space plus a dedicated storage room.
The duplex configuration separates sleeping quarters from social spaces across the two floors. Ground-level terraces provide direct access from the main living area, while the upper level opens to additional outdoor space and the private pool. Interior finishes are in excellent condition throughout the 159-square-metre build, with contemporary fittings installed when the property was completed in 2000. Three full bathrooms service the three bedrooms, and the kitchen integrates with the main living zone rather than occupying a separate room.
Lomas del Marqués is a gated community with 24-hour security personnel monitoring access points. The complex sits 3 kilometres from Atalaya International School, positioning the property within the school-run corridor for families requiring English-language education. San Pedro de Alcántara town centre lies 5 minutes by car, providing supermarkets, restaurants and coastal access without the density of Marbella proper. The residence holds a valid tourist licence, allowing short-term rental income alongside personal use.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 159 m²
- Terrace
- 79 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Complex
- Lomas del Marqués
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Benahavís area. The exact position of Lomas del Marqués is not published. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
19 mindrive
La Zagaleta Country Club - La Zagaleta Course
23 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
17 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
19 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
67 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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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