For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available4-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Guadalmina Alta, Marbella
Gated community
€685,000
4 beds · 3 baths · 145 m² built
Ref HT5535352Updated daily · Last sync 7 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom penthouse with golf views in Guadalmina Alta, Costa del Sol. This top-floor duplex spans 145 square metres of internal space and commands 163 square metres of terrace across multiple aspects, capturing fairway panoramas to the north and northwest. The property requires completion to the buyer's specification, with structural work in place and finishes awaiting selection.
The main floor accommodates three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen with separate laundry room, and a living-dining area that opens to south and north-facing terraces. Upstairs, the solarium offers space for a fourth bedroom with bathroom, plus the option to install a pool or jacuzzi within the 163-square-metre outdoor area. The property includes one parking space and access to communal gardens and a pool. Northwest and north orientation ensures natural light through morning and afternoon, with terraces positioned to follow the sun across different times of day.
The penthouse sits within a gated development in Guadalmina Alta, 900 metres from the Guadalmina Commercial Centre where supermarkets, restaurants and services operate year-round. Golf courses line the surrounding terrain, with Real Club de Golf Guadalmina's North Course bordering the area. The A7 coastal road runs 1.2 kilometres south, connecting to Puerto Banús in eight minutes by car and Marbella centre in twelve.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Golf view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 145 m²
- Terrace
- 163 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 1996
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- northwest, north
- Area
- Guadalmina Alta
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29670
- 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.
