For sale · Costa del Sol · Arenas
Available3-Bed Villa for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Arenas
€420,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 148 m² built · 4216 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom villa with private pool in Costa del Sol East, Arenas, Costa del Sol. The property sits on a 4,216sqm plot with panoramic views across Mount Bentomiz, the Mediterranean Sea, Lake Viñuela and the Maroma, the highest peak in Málaga province. Built in 2005 and maintained in excellent condition, this 148sqm villa comes fully furnished with two bathrooms and a 75sqm terrace that frames the surrounding landscape.
The ground floor layout includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms across 148sqm of internal space, with a 15sqm covered veranda extending the living area outdoors. A separate 25sqm storage building provides practical space for tools, equipment or seasonal items. The 75sqm terrace wraps around the main structure, offering multiple outdoor zones for dining, lounging or simply taking in the mountain and coastal views. The private pool sits within the expansive 4,216sqm grounds, which offer complete privacy and ample room for gardening, additional outdoor projects or simply enjoying the space. One allocated parking space is included.
The villa stands above the whitewashed village of Arenas, a traditional Andalusian settlement in the Axarquía region where local bars and shops serve the resident community. The town of Vélez-Málaga lies 20 minutes by car to the south, providing supermarkets, healthcare facilities and the administrative centre for the eastern Costa del Sol. Lake Viñuela, visible from the property, sits 15 minutes away and offers water sports, walking trails and several lakeside restaurants popular with both residents and weekend visitors from the coast.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 148 m²
- Terrace
- 75 m²
- Plot size
- 4216 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Arenas
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa del Sol East, Arenas
Map shows the approximate Costa del Sol East, Arenas area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in ArenasCosta del Sol.
Playa de La Caleta
26 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
24 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
23 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
73 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Costa del Sol East
Can foreigners buy property in Arenas?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Arenas. 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 Arenas?
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.
