For sale · Costa del Sol · Ojén
Available3-Bed Penthouse in El Soto de Marbella, Ojén
Residential complexEl Soto de MarbellaGated community
€565,000€585,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 150 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5446252Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in La Mairena, Costa del Sol. This duplex occupies the top floor of its building and opens onto 70 square metres of terrace space split across three separate outdoor areas. The layout allows sun exposure from morning through to dusk, and the property has been refurbished with contemporary finishes while retaining quality fixtures throughout.
Inside, 150 square metres of built space accommodates three bedrooms and two bathrooms across two levels. The kitchen and living areas connect directly to the terraces, and the property comes fully furnished. A storeroom provides additional storage beyond the main accommodation, and one parking space is included in the garage. Fibre optic internet is installed, and the penthouse benefits from modern updates completed by the current owners without requiring further work.
El Soto de Marbella is a gated community with its own nine-hole golf course, gym, tennis courts, and padel facilities, all accessible to residents at no additional cost. The complex also has a restaurant and bar on site. La Mairena sits in the hills above Marbella's eastern edge, approximately 15 minutes by car from the coastal road and the beaches at Elviria.
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Features
What this home includes
- Heated pool
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Jacuzzi
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Fibre internet
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 150 m²
- Terrace
- 70 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East
- Complex
- El Soto de Marbella
- Area
- La Mairena
- City
- Ojén
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Mairena, Ojén
Residential complexEl Soto de MarbellaMap shows the El Soto de Marbella complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in La MairenaOjénCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in La Mairena
Can foreigners buy property in La Mairena?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Mairena. 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 Mairena?
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.
