For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available5-Bed Penthouse for Sale in Cabopino, Marbella
Gated community
€1,850,000€1,925,000
5 beds · 3 baths · 183 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5441452Updated daily · Last sync 14 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom penthouse with beachfront position in Cabopino, Costa del Sol. This top-floor residence sits directly on the sand with 130 square metres of terrace space spanning two levels, including a private rooftop terrace accessed from the upper floor. The owner has completely modernised the kitchen to a size significantly larger than others in the development, whilst adding timber decking to the outdoor areas and installing new doors and false ceilings throughout the 185 square metres of living space.
The ground level contains four bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus the redesigned kitchen and an open-plan living area that extends onto the main terrace. Upstairs, a flexible fifth room functions as a bedroom, office or second reception room with its own en-suite toilet and direct access to the rooftop terrace. Three bathrooms service the property, and one parking space is included. The residence benefits from the communal pool and extensive mature gardens that characterise this secure, gated development built in 2002. Furniture can be included by negotiation.
The complex occupies a frontline position on Cabopino Beach, one of the quieter stretches of sand between Marbella and Fuengirola. Cabopino Marina sits 800 metres along the coast with its restaurants and boat moorings, whilst the Artola Dunes nature reserve begins immediately east of the development. Marbella town centre is a 15-minute drive west along the A7 coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Heated pool
- Private pool
- Beach view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Solarium
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Storage room
- Garage
- Private parking
- Beachfront
- Beachside
- Frontline beach
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Penthouse
- Subtype
- Penthouse duplex
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 183 m²
- Terrace
- 275 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 2002
- Condition
- Excellent
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Area
- Cabopino
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29649
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Cabopino, Marbella
Map shows the approximate Cabopino, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in CabopinoMarbellaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
1 mindrive
Cabopino golf
4 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
1 mindrive
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
11 mindrive
Fuengirola
17 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
43 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this penthouse in Cabopino
Can foreigners buy property in Cabopino?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Cabopino. 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 Cabopino?
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.
