For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available3-Bed Townhouse for Sale in El Paraíso, Estepona
Gated community
€535,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 150 m² built
Ref HT5514256Updated daily · Last sync 23 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom townhouse with private pool in El Paraíso, Costa del Sol. Built in 2023, this property delivers rental-ready modern living with 150 square metres of interior space across three floors, plus a 45-square-metre terrace. The fully furnished layout includes three bathrooms and a large basement that functions as storage or flexible additional living space.
The ground-floor living area opens onto the terrace and private pool, creating an indoor-outdoor flow that works for both family use and holiday lets. Each of the three bedrooms offers built-in wardrorage and privacy across separate levels. The basement runs the full footprint of the property, providing approximately 50 square metres of additional space that can accommodate a home office, gym, or extra guest accommodation. The kitchen comes equipped with integrated appliances, and the property includes one allocated parking space within the gated community.
El Paraíso sits 2.5 kilometres inland from the beaches at Cancelada and Atalaya, with San Pedro de Alcántara town centre a six-minute drive to the east. The gated community provides 24-hour security and communal gardens. Atalaya Golf & Country Club borders the neighbourhood to the north, and the AP-7 motorway link lies one kilometre south, placing Marbella 12 minutes away and Puerto Banús 10 minutes to the northeast. The property holds a tourist licence, permitting short-term holiday rentals within the community regulations.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 150 m²
- Terrace
- 45 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Area
- El Paraíso
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Paraíso, Estepona
Map shows the approximate El Paraíso, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El ParaísoEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
9 mindrive
El Paraíso Golf Club
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
64 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in El Paraíso
Can foreigners buy property in El Paraíso?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Paraíso. 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 El Paraíso?
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.
