For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available4-Bed Villa for Sale in Atalaya, Estepona
€1,695,000
4 beds · 3 baths · 425 m² built · 1656 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with private pool in Atalaya, Costa del Sol. This Andalusian-style property sits on a generous 1,656sqm plot and offers scope for renovation to suit individual taste. The 425sqm build provides substantial space across traditional architecture that could be reimagined into a contemporary family home whilst retaining original character features.
Inside, four bedrooms and three bathrooms are distributed across well-proportioned rooms with solid bones for reconfiguration. The layout includes 72sqm of terrace space connecting indoor and outdoor living areas. A private pool anchors the garden, with mature planting providing established greenery around the grounds. One parking space is included, and furniture is available by separate negotiation. The plot is shared with a second villa, which can be purchased independently or combined to create a larger single residence on the full site.
Atalaya sits between the coastal highway and Atalaya Golf & Country Club, 4km inland from San Pedro de Alcántara beach. The property is positioned 10 minutes by car from Puerto Banús marina and its restaurants, with the AP-7 motorway providing direct access east to Marbella or west towards Estepona. Local amenities in Atalaya include international schools, supermarkets, and the golf course clubhouse within a 5-minute drive.
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Features
What this home includes
- Private pool
- Mountain view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Private parking
- Close to golf
- Close to schools
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 425 m²
- Terrace
- 72 m²
- Plot size
- 1656 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Atalaya
- City
- Estepona
- Postcode
- 29688
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Atalaya, Estepona
Map shows the approximate Atalaya, Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in AtalayaEsteponaCosta del Sol.
Playa Isdabe
5 mindrive
El Campanario Golf Course
5 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo José Banus
9 mindrive
HC Marbella International Hospital
7 mindrive
San Pedro Alcántara
7 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
60 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Atalaya
Can foreigners buy property in Atalaya?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Atalaya. 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 Atalaya?
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.
