For sale · Costa del Sol · Arenas
Available4-Bed Villa for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Arenas
Gated community
€980,000
4 beds · 4 baths · 298 m² built · 7773 m² plot
Ref HT5407663Updated daily · Last sync 23 June 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with sea views in Costa del Sol East, Arenas, Costa del Sol. Perched on the slopes of Mount Bentomiz, this property commands sweeping views across the Mediterranean, the Axarquía mountains, and the Andalusian countryside below. Built in 2004 and renovated to an Energy Performance Certificate rating of C, the villa combines modern efficiency with the space and privacy of a 7,773sqm plot.
Inside, 298sqm of living space includes four bedrooms and four bathrooms, all fully furnished and ready for immediate occupation. The ground floor opens onto 135sqm of terraces where the sea view stretches uninterrupted to the horizon. A private swimming pool sits within landscaped gardens that extend across the hillside plot, while secure parking for one vehicle is provided. The kitchen and living areas have been updated during the renovation, and the layout maximises natural light and those constant coastal vistas from multiple rooms.
The villa sits in the whitewashed village of Arenas, a 10-minute drive from the village centre and its local amenities. The beaches of the Costa del Sol lie approximately 20 minutes away by car, as do the nearest supermarkets and larger shopping facilities. The elevated position on Mount Bentomiz ensures complete tranquillity, with no neighbouring properties encroaching on the extensive plot boundaries.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Sea view
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 298 m²
- Terrace
- 135 m²
- Plot size
- 7773 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Energy rating
- C
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Arenas
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa del Sol East, Arenas
Map shows the approximate Costa del Sol East, Arenas area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in ArenasCosta del Sol.
Playa de La Caleta
26 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
24 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
23 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
73 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Costa del Sol East
Can foreigners buy property in Arenas?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Arenas. 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 Arenas?
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.
