For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Guadalupe Hills, Manilva
Residential complexGuadalupe HillsGated community
€289,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 86 m² built
Ref HT5440255Updated daily · Last sync 26 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Manilva, Costa del Sol. This top-floor duplex spreads across two levels, crowned by a 60-square-metre private solarium where southwest orientation delivers afternoon sun and views across the Mediterranean coastline and surrounding mountains. The main terrace extends the living space outdoors with direct access from the living and dining room.
Inside, 86 square metres of built space contains three bedrooms fitted with built-in wardrobes, a fully equipped kitchen, and two bathrooms: one with a bathtub, the other with a walk-in shower. The southwest-facing aspect fills the living areas with natural light throughout the day. One parking space is included. The property is unfurnished and ready for immediate occupation, built in 2006 and maintained in good condition.
Guadalupe Hills is a gated development in Manilva with communal swimming pools, landscaped gardens, and 24-hour security. Puerto de la Duquesa marina sits seven minutes away by car, offering waterfront restaurants, shops, and mooring facilities. The beach at Sabinillas is the same distance, placing both coastal amenities and mountain backdrop within easy reach of this elevated position.
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Features
What this home includes
- Countryside view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 86 m²
- Terrace
- 60 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- Guadalupe Hills
- City
- Manilva
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Manilva
Residential complexGuadalupe HillsMap shows the Guadalupe Hills complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in ManilvaCosta del Sol.
Playa de la Chullera
7 mindrive
Doña Julia
13 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
11 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria San Luis de Sabinillas
10 mindrive
Eroski
15 minwalk
Hospital
14 mindrive
Farmacia la Duquesa
9 mindrive
Carrefour
24 mindrive
Estepona
25 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
38 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Manilva
Can foreigners buy property in Manilva?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Manilva. 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 Manilva?
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.
