For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Stupa Hills, Benalmádena
Residential complexStupa HillsGated community
€1,250,000€1,350,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 247 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Benalmádena Pueblo, Costa del Sol. This corner duplex occupies the top floor of Stupa Hills, where the southeast orientation captures morning light across both levels and frames uninterrupted Mediterranean views from multiple vantage points. The layout separates a formal living room from an open-plan kitchen and dining area, a configuration rarely found in comparable properties within the development.
The 247sqm interior spans two floors and includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a separate laundry room. The master suite opens directly onto the 68sqm terrace, which wraps around two sides of the property and provides space for outdoor dining and lounging. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the living areas maximise natural light and connect the interior to the coastal panorama. The property comes fully furnished and holds a valid rental licence. One underground parking space is included.
Stupa Hills is a gated complex with 24-hour security, a communal pool, spa facilities, and a residents' gym. The development sits on the hillside above Benalmádena Pueblo, where the whitewashed village centre and its collection of restaurants and artisan shops are a five-minute drive downhill. The Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment, the largest of its kind in Europe, stands 800 metres from the complex entrance and marks the beginning of a network of walking trails through the surrounding pine-covered slopes.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Heated pool
- Countryside view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Smart home
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 247 m²
- Terrace
- 68 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2022
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East, South
- Complex
- Stupa Hills
- Area
- Benalmádena Pueblo
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29639
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Pueblo, Benalmádena
Residential complexStupa HillsMap shows the Stupa Hills complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena PuebloBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torreblanca
6 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
4 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
12 mindrive
The British College
8 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
1 mindrive
ALDI
3 minwalk
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
5 mindrive
Farmacia El Higuerón
11 minwalk
Centro Idea
6 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
29 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Benalmádena Pueblo
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena Pueblo?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena Pueblo. 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 Benalmádena Pueblo?
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.
