For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available€1,975,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 181 m² built
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About this property
Three-bedroom penthouse with beachfront position in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol. This duplex spreads across 181 square metres of built space plus 45 square metres of terrace, delivering direct views over both the marina to the east and the beach to the west. The top floor houses the master suite with its own balcony, bathroom, and private sauna.
The ground-floor level contains two further bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, alongside an open-plan living area that extends onto a south-west-facing terrace. Three separate outdoor spaces allow you to track the sun from morning through to sunset, whilst the 1998 construction maintains excellent condition throughout. One parking space comes with the property, and furniture can be included or excluded depending on preference. The kitchen connects directly to the main terrace, creating a natural flow for outdoor dining.
Puerto Deportivo Benalmádena places you within the complex's communal pool area, with the marina itself a two-minute walk from the front door. Benalmadena's beach runs immediately adjacent to the building, accessible via a short path from the ground-floor terrace. The port offers over 1,000 berths, plus restaurants and shops that remain open year-round, whilst Malaga Airport sits 20 kilometres east along the coastal motorway.
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Map shows the Puerto Deportivo Benalmádena complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Puerto Deportivo BenalmádenaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Puerto Deportivo Benalmadena. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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€10,912 / m²
€10,912 × 181 m² = €1,975,000 asking
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