For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available4-Bed Townhouse for Sale in Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena
€595,000
4 beds · 2 baths · 227 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom townhouse in Arroyo de la Miel, Costa del Sol, comprising three distinct living spaces under one title. The main residence occupies the upper floors with three bedrooms and a full bathroom, whilst a self-contained one-bedroom guest apartment sits below with its own private entrance, bathroom and kitchen. The ground floor houses a fully fitted restaurant space, equipped and ready for commercial operation.
The main house spans 227 square metres of built space with an additional 60 square metres of terrace, including a rooftop solarium that extends the outdoor living area. The independent guest apartment functions as a separate unit, allowing for rental income or extended family accommodation without compromising privacy. The restaurant premises come with a complete commercial kitchen, dining area and street-level access, offering immediate business potential. Both residential sections feature full bathrooms, and the layout permits each zone to operate independently with dedicated utilities and access points.
The property sits in Arroyo de la Miel, a residential area within Benalmádena that connects to the coastal promenade and town centre within a 10-minute walk. Tivoli World amusement park stands 800 metres from the property, whilst the Benalmádena Marina lies 2 kilometres down the hill. The Arroyo de la Miel train station provides direct access to Málaga Airport in 20 minutes and Fuengirola in 12 minutes. Local amenities including supermarkets, pharmacies and the Parque de la Paloma run along Avenida de la Constitución, 400 metres from the front door.
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Features
What this home includes
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 227 m²
- Terrace
- 60 m²
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2001
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Area
- Arroyo de la Miel
- City
- Benalmádena
- Postcode
- 29631
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena
Map shows the approximate Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Arroyo de la MielBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Bil Bil
4 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
4 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
17 mindrive
Hospital
2 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
27 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Arroyo de la Miel
Can foreigners buy property in Arroyo De La Miel?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Arroyo De La Miel. 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 Arroyo De La Miel?
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.
