For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Duquesa Suites, Manilva
Residential complexDuquesa SuitesGated community
€435,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 145 m² built
Ref HT5543521Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. Spread across two floors and occupying the entire top level of its building, this duplex penthouse delivers uninterrupted panoramic views across the Mediterranean from a southwest and west orientation that captures afternoon light and evening sunsets over the water.
Inside, 145 square metres of living space has been recently refurbished and comes fully furnished to an excellent standard. The layout provides three double bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, while the open-plan reception room connects directly to the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass. The kitchen features integrated appliances and stone worktops. Outside, 60 square metres of terrace wraps around the upper floor, offering multiple zones for dining, lounging and taking in the sea views. A private parking space is included in the underground garage, and the property benefits from a secure entry system.
Duquesa Suites is a gated development with 24-hour security, two communal swimming pools, tennis and padel courts, and mature tropical gardens that provide a resort-style setting year-round. The complex sits less than 500 metres from Duquesa Marina, where restaurants, bars and boat moorings line the waterfront. Puerto de la Duquesa beach is a five-minute walk, and the development is positioned between three golf courses within a two-kilometre radius.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 145 m²
- Terrace
- 60 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 4
- Year built
- 2004
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- southwest, west
- Complex
- Duquesa Suites
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Postcode
- 29691
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Residential complexDuquesa SuitesMap shows the Duquesa Suites complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
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.
