For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Penthouse for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
Gated community
€499,000€550,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 141 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5173933Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. The 64sqm south-east-facing terrace commands uninterrupted panoramas across the Mediterranean, stretching from the coast to the mountains beyond. This top-floor position captures morning light and afternoon sun, with the terrace large enough to accommodate separate dining and lounge zones while retaining open space for entertaining.
Inside, 141sqm of accommodation includes a master suite with en-suite bathroom, two further double bedrooms, and a second full bathroom. The open-plan living area extends the full width of the apartment, with a newly installed kitchen fitted with integrated appliances and a breakfast bar that opens directly to the main living space. A separate laundry room sits off the kitchen, and all three bedrooms access the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The penthouse comes with one underground parking space and access to communal gardens and a residents' pool.
La Duquesa Marina sits 1.2 kilometres to the west, with its waterfront restaurants and yacht berths. The apartment occupies a low-density residential development surrounded by established planting, positioned between the coast road and the first line of golf courses that characterise this stretch of the western Costa del Sol. Sotogrande lies 15 minutes by car to the south-west, while Estepona town centre is ten minutes north-east along the A-7. The property was completed in 2007 and remains in excellent condition throughout, requiring no immediate work.
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Features
What this home includes
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to marina
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 141 m²
- Terrace
- 64 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2007
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29691
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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.
