For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available3-Bed Townhouse in El Coloso, Benalmádena
Residential complexEl ColosoGated community
€545,000€599,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 185 m² built · 50 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom townhouse with beachfront position in Benalmadena Costa, Costa del Sol. This south-facing home sits just two minutes' walk from the sand, placing the Mediterranean within immediate reach. Renovated in 2020, the property delivers 185 square metres of contemporary living space across three floors, with 46 square metres of terraces capturing unobstructed sea views.
The ground floor opens with a 34-square-metre living room flowing into a 7.5-square-metre renovated kitchen. Three double bedrooms occupy the upper levels, each with its own bathroom and terrace access. A 50-square-metre private garden extends the ground floor, offering outdoor space for dining or lounging in the southern sun. The south-west orientation ensures natural light throughout the day, while the three bathrooms provide practical separation for family living or hosting guests.
El Coloso is a gated development with 24-hour security, three communal pools, and landscaped gardens that wrap around the low-rise buildings. The complex occupies a quiet residential street with no through traffic, backing onto the coastal strip between Benalmadena Marina, 1.2 kilometres east, and the main beachfront promenade. Off-street parking accommodates multiple vehicles on the plot, and the property's position within the urbanisation places shops, restaurants, and the coastal path within a five-minute walk.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Fitted kitchen
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Frontline beach
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 185 m²
- Terrace
- 46 m²
- Plot size
- 50 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- El Coloso
- Area
- Benalmádena Costa
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Costa, Benalmádena
Residential complexEl ColosoMap shows the El Coloso complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena CostaBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Torre Vigía
4 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
10 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
20 mindrive
The British College
6 mindrive
Colegio Internacional Torrequebrada
3 mindrive
Lidl
2 minwalk
Hospital
7 mindrive
Farmacia Torrequebrada
3 minwalk
Edificio Eurocentro
10 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Benalmádena Costa
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena Costa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena Costa. 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 Benalmádena Costa?
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.
