For sale · Costa del Sol · Fuengirola
Available4-Bed Apartment in River Playa, Fuengirola
Residential complexRiver Playa
€895,000€950,000
4 beds · 2 baths · 94 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. This corner unit places you directly on the sand with 137 square metres of south-facing terrace wrapping around 94 square metres of interior space, delivering uninterrupted sea views along the coastline and sunshine from morning through late afternoon.
Inside, the layout accommodates three to four bedrooms depending on configuration, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen that opens to a bright living and dining room. The terrace extends across multiple zones, offering separate areas for outdoor dining, lounging, and morning coffee with direct sightlines to the water. The apartment comes fully furnished and includes one parking space. Ground-floor access means you step straight from the terrace onto the beachfront promenade without stairs or lifts.
River Playa sits on Fuengirola's central beachfront with direct access to the shared pool and a position that puts the town's main shopping street, Calle Moncayo, within a five-minute walk. The property faces south over the Mediterranean, with Fuengirola Marina visible along the coast to the east and the promenade stretching west towards Carvajal beach. The complex was built in 2002 and maintains good condition throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Beach view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to marina
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 94 m²
- Terrace
- 137 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- River Playa
- City
- Fuengirola
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Fuengirola
Residential complexRiver PlayaMap shows the River Playa complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in FuengirolaCosta del Sol.
Playa de San Francisco
1 mindrive
Campo Los Lagos
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
3 mindrive
The British College
14 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Acapulco
3 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
14 mindrive
Farmacia Ramón y Cajal
2 minwalk
Las Rampas
3 mindrive
Fuengirola
4 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Fuengirola
Can foreigners buy property in Fuengirola?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Fuengirola. 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 Fuengirola?
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.
