For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available4-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
Gated community
€875,000
4 beds · 4 baths · 295 m² built
Ref HT5526403Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom penthouse with sea views in Guadalmina Alta, Costa del Sol. This corner duplex spans the top floor of its building, where 295 square metres of living space open onto 58 square metres of private terraces that frame both the Mediterranean coastline and the surrounding fairways.
The interior divides across two levels, with four bedrooms and four bathrooms distributed to create separation between family and guest quarters. The corner position brings natural light from multiple aspects and adds a degree of privacy uncommon in penthouse living. Reception rooms flow directly onto the main terrace, extending the usable area for outdoor dining and relaxation. The kitchen connects to a secondary terrace, creating a practical service zone. One parking space is included in the sale, and residents share access to a communal swimming pool.
Guadalmina Alta sits 8 kilometres west of Marbella's town centre, positioned between the coastal N-340 and the upper residential hillside. The property lies within walking distance of Guadalmina Golf Club, where two 18-hole courses occupy the land between the urbanisation and the sea. San Pedro de Alcántara is a 5-minute drive east, offering supermarkets, restaurants and the town's weekly market. The beachfront at Guadalmina Baja, with its chiringuitos and the Hotel Guadalmina, sits 2 kilometres downhill. The penthouse was built in 2002 and remains in excellent condition throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 295 m²
- Terrace
- 58 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Area
- Guadalmina Alta
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Guadalmina Alta, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Guadalmina AltaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
14 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
10 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
6 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
61 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Guadalmina Alta
Can foreigners buy property in Guadalmina Alta?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Guadalmina Alta. 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 Guadalmina Alta?
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.
