For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Penthouse for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
Gated community
€390,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 184 m² built
Ref HT5487910Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. This duplex property spreads across the top two floors of a gated community, delivering 184 square metres of interior space and 51 square metres of private terrace split across three separate outdoor areas. The refurbished layout allows you to follow the sun throughout the day, shifting between terraces that capture morning light, midday shade and evening warmth. Panoramic mountain views extend across the roofline from multiple vantage points.
The ground floor of the duplex contains the main living areas and two bedrooms, whilst the upper level houses the master suite with direct terrace access. All three bathrooms have been updated during the refurbishment, and the property comes fully furnished with fixtures selected to complement the 2003 build. The kitchen opens onto the largest terrace, which accommodates a dining table for six and separate seating zones. A single parking space is included within the gated perimeter, and the terraces provide enough clearance for a private plunge pool or hot tub installation.
The property sits within a five-minute drive of La Duquesa Marina, where the waterfront promenade runs for 800 metres past restaurants, chandleries and berthed yachts. The gated community provides controlled vehicle access and shared landscaped gardens with established Mediterranean planting. From the upper terrace, sightlines extend south towards the sea and north into the Sierra Bermeja mountain range, with the peaks visible on clear mornings before coastal haze develops after midday.
Read moreRead less
Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Open-plan kitchen
- Storage room
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 184 m²
- Terrace
- 51 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 2003
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- 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.
