For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available3-Bed Penthouse in Alhambra del Mar, Marbella
Residential complexAlhambra del Mar
€3,500,000€4,300,000
3 beds · 3.5 baths · 312 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5351149Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom penthouse with beachfront position in The Golden Mile, Costa del Sol. This 312sqm residence occupies the entire top floor of a second-floor walkup with lift access, delivering the privacy of a standalone villa with direct beach access below. The corner position means sea views extend uninterrupted from the southwest-facing terraces, while a private plunge pool on the upper terrace overlooks both the Mediterranean and the Sierra Blanca mountains behind.
Inside, the living room spans over 40sqm with a working fireplace and separate dining area, both opening onto the main terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. The current layout provides three bedrooms and three bathrooms plus a guest toilet, though the 312sqm floor plan permits reconfiguration to the stated four bedrooms without structural work. The 125sqm of terrace space divides between the main entertaining level and the upper solarium, where the private pool sits beneath open sky. One underground parking space is included, and the apartment is sold unfurnished.
The Alhambra del Mar urbanisation sits directly on the sand in The Golden Mile, with the Marbella Club Hotel 800 metres west along the promenade. Supermarkets, restaurants and the coastal path are all within 200 metres, making car ownership optional for daily needs. Puerto Banús marina lies 3km southwest, reachable in six minutes by car or twenty minutes on foot along the beach.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted wardrobes
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3.5
- Built area
- 312 m²
- Terrace
- 125 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- Alhambra del Mar
- Area
- The Golden Mile
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
The Golden Mile, Marbella
Residential complexAlhambra del MarMap shows the Alhambra del Mar complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in The Golden MileMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Casablanca
8 minwalk
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen, de Marbella
5 mindrive
British International School
4 mindrive
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Guadalpín
2 mindrive
Lidl
5 minwalk
Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella
3 mindrive
Farmacia Universal
2 minwalk
El Corte Inglés
2 mindrive
Marbella
4 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
51 mindrive
Beachside, south of the coastal road (A-7), close to the Mediterranean.
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in The Golden Mile
Can foreigners buy property in The Golden Mile?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in The Golden Mile. 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 The Golden Mile?
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.
