For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available4-Bed Townhouse in Villas de Costalita, Estepona
Residential complexVillas de CostalitaGated community
€1,475,000
4 beds · 4 baths · 348 m² built
Ref HT5055829Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom townhouse with sea views in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This 348sqm property sits within the gated Villas de Costalita community, where Andalusian architecture meets beachfront access. The sea views extend across the Mediterranean from upper-floor rooms, whilst the private garden below includes a built-in barbecue area for outdoor dining.
Inside, four bedrooms each come with an en-suite bathroom, giving every occupant their own space. The ground floor opens to a south-facing garden where you can move directly from the living areas to the outdoor terrace. Upstairs, the master suite occupies its own level with a private balcony overlooking the coast. The property comes fully furnished and includes one parking space within the secure complex grounds. A communal pool serves residents during the warmer months, with lifeguards present throughout summer.
Villas de Costalita occupies a beachfront position on the western edge of Estepona, with pedestrian paths leading directly to Saladillo Beach 400 metres away. The complex sits 15 minutes by car from Puerto Banús marina, where restaurants and shops line the waterfront. Local supermarkets and services cluster in the nearby El Pilar and Benavista areas, both within a five-minute drive. Villa Padierna Racquet Club lies three kilometres inland for tennis, whilst Estepona town centre sits 10 minutes east along the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Basement
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 348 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Complex
- Villas de Costalita
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Residential complexVillas de CostalitaMap shows the Villas de Costalita complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa del Saladillo
5 minwalk
El Paraíso Golf Club
11 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
13 mindrive
The International School of Estepona
9 mindrive
spanish school
5 mindrive
Lidl
3 minwalk
Hospital Hospiten de Estepona
8 mindrive
Farmacia BEL AIR
3 minwalk
Mustang
9 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
11 mindrive
Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
54 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
