For sale · Costa del Sol · Manilva
Available4-Bed Townhouse for Sale in La Duquesa, Manilva
€1,450,000
4 beds · 3 baths · 232 m² built · 682 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with private pool in La Duquesa, Costa del Sol. The 4 x 8-metre pool sits within a 682sqm plot that includes established lawned gardens and 38sqm of covered terracing, giving you uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean and neighbouring golf fairways. Two of the three bathrooms are en suite to the principal bedrooms, and there's a separate guest toilet on the ground level.
Inside, 232sqm of built space accommodates three double bedrooms and one single, making this a practical layout for families or regular visitors. The living areas open directly onto the covered terraces, which extend the usable footprint during spring and autumn months. The kitchen connects to a separate utility room, and there's one allocated parking space. The villa was built in 1987 and remains in excellent condition throughout, with furniture available by negotiation if required.
La Duquesa sits on the western edge of the Costa del Sol, where the coastline becomes quieter and less developed. The villa is positioned within a residential neighbourhood above Castillo de la Duquesa, a small marina and beach club 1.5 kilometres downhill. From there, Puerto de la Duquesa offers a working harbour with restaurants along the waterfront, and the sandy Playa del Castillo stretches east towards Manilva. Estepona town centre is a 12-minute drive west along the A-7.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Townhouse
- Subtype
- Semi-detached house
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 232 m²
- Terrace
- 38 m²
- Plot size
- 682 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Energy rating
- E
- Area
- La Duquesa
- City
- Manilva
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Duquesa, Manilva
Map shows the approximate La Duquesa, Manilva area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in La DuquesaManilvaCosta del Sol.
Doña Julia
7 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de la Duquesa
3 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Estepona
18 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
79 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this townhouse in La Duquesa
Can foreigners buy property in La Duquesa?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Duquesa. 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 La Duquesa?
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.
