For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available4-Bed Apartment for Sale in Benahavís
Gated community
€1,995,000
4 beds · 4.5 baths · 257 m² built
Ref HT5525278Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom apartment with sea views in Benahavís, Costa del Sol. This 257sqm residence has been fully renovated to create villa-scale proportions across a single level, with southwest orientation delivering natural light throughout the day and uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean, La Quinta Golf Course and the surrounding mountains.
The layout provides four double bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, plus a guest cloakroom. Open-plan living and dining areas extend across generous dimensions, connecting to a 70sqm terrace that functions as an outdoor extension of the interior space. The kitchen features contemporary fittings and direct terrace access. Floor-to-ceiling glazing in the principal rooms frames the coastal and mountain panorama. The property includes one underground parking space and access to a communal swimming pool.
The apartment sits within the established La Quinta area of Benahavís, positioned between the golf course and the hillside terrain that characterises this part of the western Costa del Sol. Puerto Banús marina lies 8 kilometres to the southeast, reachable in approximately 12 minutes by car. The single-level configuration eliminates internal stairs, with all accommodation arranged on one floor for accessible daily living.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4.5
- Built area
- 257 m²
- Terrace
- 70 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- southwest
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benahavís
Map shows the approximate Benahavís area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in BenahavísCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
19 mindrive
La Zagaleta Country Club - La Zagaleta Course
23 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
17 mindrive
Ambulatorio de Nueva Andalucia.
19 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
67 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Benahavís
Can foreigners buy property in Benahavís?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benahavís. 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 Benahavís?
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.
