For sale · Costa del Sol · Estepona
Available4-Bed Villa for Sale in Estepona
€2,500,000
4 beds · 4.5 baths · 530 m² built · 33435 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with private pool in Estepona, Costa del Sol. This fully furnished residence sits on an exceptional 33,435sqm plot in the elevated Altos de Estepona area, offering genuine privacy and space rarely found at this scale. The property combines practical comfort with natural surroundings, set within the Los Reales–Sierra Estepona countryside.
Inside, 530sqm of accommodation includes an open-plan kitchen fitted with integrated appliances, a separate laundry room, and marble flooring throughout the ground level. Four double bedrooms feature fitted wardrobes, serviced by four-and-a-half bathrooms across the layout. The living areas extend onto a 60sqm terrace overlooking the pool and grounds. Air conditioning runs through each room, and the villa benefits from solar panels paired with an aerothermal heating system that reduces running costs. A dedicated storage room and single parking space complete the practical elements.
The property occupies a hillside position in Altos de Estepona, 10 minutes by car from Estepona town centre and its marina. The setting provides direct access to walking routes into the Sierra Estepona natural park, whilst remaining within easy reach of coastal amenities. The villa's elevated location delivers year-round tranquillity, with the surrounding plot offering scope for landscaping, vegetable gardens, or additional outdoor projects. Wi-Fi infrastructure is already installed throughout.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4.5
- Built area
- 530 m²
- Terrace
- 60 m²
- Plot size
- 33435 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- City
- Estepona
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Estepona
Map shows the approximate Estepona area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in EsteponaCosta del Sol.
La Rada
4 mindrive
Azata Golf
14 mindrive
Puerto Estepona
4 mindrive
Hospital de Alta Resolución de Estepona
11 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
70 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Estepona
Can foreigners buy property in Estepona?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Estepona. 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 Estepona?
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.
