For sale · Costa del Sol · Benalmádena
Available4-Bed Villa in Marae Residences, Benalmádena
Residential complexMarae ResidencesGated community
€1,599,000€1,850,000
4 beds · 5 baths · 276 m² built
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with sea views in Benalmadena Pueblo, Costa del Sol. This south-west-facing property commands uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean and the mountain ranges beyond, visible from multiple rooms and the main terrace. The open-plan layout connects the designer kitchen directly to the lounge and dining area, with floor-to-ceiling glass that frames the coastline.
Inside, 276 square metres of built space includes four en-suite bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, plus a guest cloakroom on the ground floor. The kitchen comes fully equipped with integrated appliances and stone worktops. A private terrace extends the full width of the main living space, oriented to capture afternoon and evening light. The villa includes one allocated parking space and access to a communal swimming pool and gym. All five bathrooms feature underfloor heating and contemporary sanitaryware.
The property sits within Marae Residences, a gated development in the elevated quarter of Benalmadena Pueblo. The historic village centre, with its whitewashed streets and tapas bars, lies 800 metres uphill on foot. Malaga Airport is 18 kilometres east along the A-7 coastal motorway. The complex occupies a hillside plot with views that stretch from Fuengirola in the west to Torremolinos in the east, with the pueblo's church tower visible from the upper floors.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Beach view
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Smart home
- Close to schools
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Built area
- 276 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- New build
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South West
- Complex
- Marae Residences
- Area
- Benalmádena Pueblo
- City
- Benalmádena
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Benalmádena Pueblo, Benalmádena
Residential complexMarae ResidencesMap shows the Marae Residences complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Benalmádena PuebloBenalmádenaCosta del Sol.
Playa Bonita
15 minwalk
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
8 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
17 mindrive
The British College
5 mindrive
CDP Kindercare
7 mindrive
ALDI
6 mindrive
Carrefour
7 mindrive
Mercadona
14 minwalk
Lidl
9 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
7 mindrive
Farmacia Juan Manuel Romero
11 minwalk
Edificio Eurocentro
15 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
12 mindrive
23 restaurants & bars
within 12 minwalk
Málaga Airport (AGP)
34 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Benalmádena Pueblo
Can foreigners buy property in Benalmádena Pueblo?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Benalmádena Pueblo. 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 Benalmádena Pueblo?
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.
