For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available4-Bed Villa in Altos Reales, Marbella
Residential complexAltos RealesGated community
€4,500,000
4 beds · 5.5 baths · 828 m² built · 1475 m² plot
Ref HT3743206Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom villa with sea views in Sierra Blanca, Costa del Sol. The property commands views across the Mediterranean, golf fairways, and mountain terrain from its south-facing position on a 1,475sqm plot. Built in 2000 to exacting standards, the 828sqm interior includes a double-height entrance hall with domed ceiling that sets the tone for the scale throughout.
The ground floor holds a living room with fireplace, separate dining room, TV room, and a fully equipped kitchen with pantry, breakfast area, and dedicated laundry room. All four bedrooms include en-suite bathrooms, with an additional guest cloakroom bringing the total to 5.5 bathrooms. A 94sqm terrace extends the living space outdoors, connecting to the manicured garden and swimming pool. One parking space is included, and the condition throughout remains excellent with original finishes intact.
The villa sits within Altos Reales, a 24-hour secure community with maintained gardens, paddle courts, and a children's play area. A nine-hole golf course lies within walking distance of the gates, while Marbella's centre and its full range of amenities are a short drive down the hillside. The elevated Sierra Blanca position delivers the views whilst keeping the town close enough for daily convenience.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Golf view
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Underfloor heating
- Jacuzzi
- Basement
- Double glazing
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Covered parking
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to schools
- Close to town
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 5.5
- Built area
- 828 m²
- Terrace
- 94 m²
- Plot size
- 1475 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2000
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Golf view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Complex
- Altos Reales
- Area
- Sierra Blanca
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29602
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Sierra Blanca, Marbella
Residential complexAltos RealesMap shows the Altos Reales complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in Sierra BlancaMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de Casablanca
20 minwalk
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
14 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen, de Marbella
8 mindrive
British International School
6 mindrive
Instituto de Educación Secundaria Guadalpín
3 mindrive
Supercor
5 mindrive
Lidl
15 minwalk
Carrefour
7 mindrive
ALDI
9 mindrive
Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella
5 mindrive
Farmacia Universal
14 minwalk
El Corte Inglés
3 mindrive
Marbella
7 mindrive
370 restaurants & bars
within 10 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
53 mindrive
Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Sierra Blanca
Can foreigners buy property in Sierra Blanca?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Sierra Blanca. 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 Sierra Blanca?
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.
