For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available3-Bed Townhouse in Monte Mayor, Benahavís
Residential complexMonte MayorGated community
€575,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 193 m² built · 83 m² plot
Ref HT5387749Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom townhouse with sea views in Benahavis, Costa del Sol. The living room opens to a double-height vaulted ceiling that draws natural light across the open-plan space and frames uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean through floor-to-ceiling windows. The master suite includes an en-suite bathroom and fitted wardrobes, while the two additional bedrooms share a second bathroom and benefit from the same built-in storage. South-facing orientation ensures sunlight throughout the day.
The 193sqm interior extends onto 73sqm of terrace space distributed across multiple levels, each positioned to capture the sea and mountain panorama. The kitchen connects directly to the main terrace, which accommodates a full dining table and seating area. A private parking space is included. Built in 2009, the property maintains its original finishes in good condition. The complex provides a communal swimming pool and manicured gardens accessible from the townhouse.
Monte Mayor sits within a gated community on the hills above the Costa del Sol, 15 minutes by car from the beaches of Marbella. The development includes 24-hour security and shares grounds with the Monte Mayor Golf Club, where the 18-hole course runs along the valley floor below the townhouse terraces. Benahavis village centre, known for its concentration of restaurants, is a six-minute drive inland.
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Features
What this home includes
- Countryside view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to town
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 193 m²
- Terrace
- 73 m²
- Plot size
- 83 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Monte Mayor
- Area
- Monte Mayor
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Monte Mayor, Benahavís
Residential complexMonte MayorMap shows the Monte Mayor complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Monte MayorBenahavísCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Monte Mayor
Can foreigners buy property in Monte Mayor?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Monte Mayor. 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 Monte Mayor?
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.
