For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available4-Bed Townhouse in el rosario, Marbella
Residential complexel rosarioGated community
€1,150,000
4 beds · 4 baths · 218 m² built · 22 m² plot
Ref HT5382004Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom townhouse with beachfront position in Costabella, Costa del Sol. The property stands less than 100 metres from a wide sandy beach, placing the Mediterranean shoreline within a two-minute walk from the front door.
The 218sqm interior is arranged across three levels, with a ground-floor living room featuring a working fireplace and direct access to a 22sqm private garden. The kitchen opens onto a patio, and a guest toilet completes this level. Upstairs, the first floor holds three bedrooms, including a master suite with en-suite bathroom, plus a second full bathroom. The top floor contains the fourth bedroom with its own en-suite and a 40sqm terrace with partial sea views and south-west orientation. One parking space is included, and the property benefits from access to a communal swimming pool.
The townhouse sits within a quiet residential complex in Costabella, a coastal stretch between Marbella and Elviria known for its long beaches and low-rise development. Marbella town centre lies 10 kilometres west along the coastal road, a 12-minute drive. The property was built in 2002 and remains in good condition throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Fireplace
- Basement
- Fitted wardrobes
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to the sea
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 218 m²
- Terrace
- 40 m²
- Plot size
- 22 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 4
- Year built
- 2002
- Condition
- Good
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- el rosario
- Area
- Costabella
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29604
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costabella, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Costabella, Marbella area. The exact position of el rosario is not published. This property is in CostabellaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
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9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in Costabella
Can foreigners buy property in Costabella?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Costabella. 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 Costabella?
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.
