For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available4-Bed Penthouse in Venalmar, Estepona
Residential complexVenalmarGated community
€1,300,000
4 beds · 4.5 baths · 416 m² built
Ref HT5482792Updated daily · Last sync 26 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom penthouse with private pool in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This duplex spans 416 square metres of built space across the top two floors, with 190 square metres of terrace where the private pool sits alongside open-air living areas. The layout separates three en-suite bedrooms from the principal suite, which occupies its own level with direct terrace access and a fireplace in the adjoining sitting area.
The ground level of the duplex contains the main living spaces: a fitted kitchen with separate utility room, formal dining area for ten, and a double-height lounge that opens onto the lower terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass. The fourth bedroom on this floor functions as a guest suite with its own bathroom and independent entrance from the hallway. Upstairs, the principal suite includes a dressing room, marble bathroom with twin basins and separate shower, and a private terrace section overlooking the pool. An additional half-bathroom serves the communal areas, and the property comes fully furnished with contemporary pieces selected for the coastal climate.
Venalmar is a gated complex with 24-hour security, communal pools, and maintained gardens along the eastern edge of Estepona. The development sits 800 metres from Playa del Padrón, a Blue Flag beach accessible via a paved walkway that runs parallel to the coastal path. Estepona's old town centre lies 3 kilometres west, reachable in six minutes by car along the A-7. The property includes access to all complex facilities and a dedicated storage room on the ground floor of the building.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Covered parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4.5
- Built area
- 416 m²
- Terrace
- 190 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Energy rating
- E
- Complex
- Venalmar
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Residential complexVenalmarMap shows the Venalmar complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
Salduna
6 minwalk
El Campanario Golf Course
6 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
10 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
6 mindrive
Colegio Isdabe del Mar
2 mindrive
ALDI
12 minwalk
HC Marbella International Hospital
8 mindrive
Pharmacy
8 minwalk
Mustang
6 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
8 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
57 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
