For sale · Costa del Sol · Rincón de la Victoria
Available4-Bed Townhouse for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Rincón de la Victoria
€1,240,000€1,300,000
4 beds · 2 baths · 180 m² built · 215 m² plot
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with beachfront position in Costa del Sol East, Rincón de la Victoria, Costa del Sol. A gate from the front garden opens directly onto the sand, placing the Mediterranean within a few strides of the threshold. The property requires full renovation, offering scope to reconfigure the 180sqm of built space across three levels according to contemporary standards.
The ground floor holds a living-dining room, kitchen, and bathroom. Three bedrooms and a second bathroom occupy the first floor. The basement contains a fourth bedroom with a high window and a large storage room. The front garden measures sufficient depth to accommodate a swimming pool, while a patio at the rear provides a second outdoor area. One parking space is included. The villa forms half of a semi-detached pair built in 1978.
Rincón de la Victoria town centre lies 2km west, where shops, restaurants, and the weekly market operate year-round. Málaga city centre is 18km along the coastal road, placing the airport and AVE station within a 25-minute drive. The beachfront location provides uninterrupted access to the 215sqm plot's most valuable asset: the shoreline itself.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Beachfront
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Semi-detached house
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 180 m²
- Plot size
- 215 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 1978
- Condition
- Renovation Required
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Rincón de la Victoria
- Postcode
- 29738
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa del Sol East, Rincón de la Victoria
Map shows the approximate Costa del Sol East, Rincón de la Victoria area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Rincón de la VictoriaCosta del Sol.
Playa Victoria
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo del Candado
11 mindrive
Clinica Rincon
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
43 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Costa del Sol East
Can foreigners buy property in Rincón de la Victoria?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Rincón de la Victoria. 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 Rincón de la Victoria?
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.
