For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Puerto Blanco, Estepona
Residential complexPuerto Blanco
€600,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 91 m² built
Ref HT5520142Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Estepona, Costa del Sol. Occupying the entire seventh floor of a 2021-built block, this southwest-facing residence delivers unobstructed panoramas across the Mediterranean, Estepona's terracotta rooftops and the Sierra Bermeja range beyond. The 10sqm terrace runs the width of the living space, offering direct sightlines to the coastline from sunrise through to sunset.
Inside, the 91sqm layout centres on an open-plan living and dining area flooded with natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows. The modern white kitchen comes fitted with integrated appliances including an oven and hob, with sleek handleless cabinetry and composite worktops. All three bedrooms are doubles, the principal with an en-suite bathroom, whilst a second full bathroom serves the remaining rooms and guests. The apartment is sold fully furnished, presented in near-new condition with contemporary fittings throughout. One allocated parking space is included in the sale.
Puerto Blanco sits in the elevated Las Mesas neighbourhood, 900 metres uphill from Estepona Marina, placing the property a seven-minute walk from the waterfront promenade and its concentration of restaurants and boat moorings. The complex comprises low-rise blocks without a communal pool, compensated by the proximity to the beach and the old town's tapas bars, which lie 1.2 kilometres east along the coastal road. The west-facing orientation ensures afternoon and evening sun on the terrace from spring through autumn.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 91 m²
- Terrace
- 10 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- New build
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- southwest, west
- Complex
- Puerto Blanco
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Map shows the approximate Estepona area. The exact position of Puerto Blanco is not published. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
La Rada
4 mindrive
Azata Golf
14 mindrive
Puerto Estepona
4 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
70 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
