For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Costalita del Mar, Estepona
Residential complexCostalita del MarGated community
€2,799,999€3,100,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 180 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5410183Updated daily · Last sync 29 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Costalita, Costa del Sol. This duplex spans 180sqm of interior space plus a 50sqm terrace, with the rooftop level dedicated entirely to outdoor living: a private swimming pool, barbecue area, and outdoor kitchen create a self-contained entertaining zone above the main residence.
The lower floor holds all three double bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, alongside an open-plan living room that extends onto the covered terrace balcony. The kitchen features integrated high-end appliances, and the property includes one underground parking space. Built in 2005 and maintained in excellent condition, the penthouse occupies the top floor of its block, ensuring no noise from above. Furniture is available by separate negotiation.
Costalita del Mar is a beachfront complex in the Costalita area, positioned directly on the coastal strip between Estepona and San Pedro de Alcántara. The development provides direct access to the beach, with the promenade running immediately alongside the complex. Puerto Banús marina lies 8km east, a 10-minute drive along the A-7 coast road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private pool
- Beach view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Frontline beach
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 180 m²
- Terrace
- 50 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Costalita del Mar
- Area
- Costalita
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costalita, Estepona
Residential complexCostalita del MarMap shows the Costalita del Mar complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in CostalitaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa del Sol Villacana
4 minwalk
Club de Golf El Coto de la Serena
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
11 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
8 mindrive
spanish school
4 mindrive
Lidl
8 minwalk
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
6 mindrive
Farmacia Cancelada
8 minwalk
Mustang
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
10 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
52 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Costalita
Can foreigners buy property in Costalita?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Costalita. 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 Costalita?
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.
