For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available5-Bed Villa for Sale in Marbella
€3,550,000
5 beds · 6 baths · 638 m² built · 1295 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa in Marbella, Costa del Sol, designed for single-level living across 638 square metres of light-filled space. The home sits on a private 1,295-square-metre plot in the established El Rosario neighbourhood of Marbella East, where the layout removes all internal steps to create a rare flow between rooms. South-facing orientation frames unobstructed views across the Mediterranean, coastal valley and mountains from the main living areas.
The ground floor holds five bedrooms and six bathrooms within 549 square metres of living space, supplemented by 37 square metres of terrace. Reception rooms connect directly to outdoor areas without level changes, whilst the architectural style blends modern-classic proportions with warm, natural finishes throughout. One parking space is included, and the plot's gentle topography ensures privacy from neighbouring properties whilst maintaining the sea views.
El Rosario sits 4 kilometres east of Marbella's old town centre, positioned between the A7 coastal road and the lower slopes of the Sierra Blanca. The villa lies within a 10-minute drive of Marbella's historic quarter, where the Plaza de los Naranjos anchors the pedestrianised core. Local beaches along this stretch of the Costa del Sol remain less developed than those closer to Puerto Banús, and the neighbourhood itself maintains an established residential character with mature planting and wider plot sizes than newer developments to the west.
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Features
What this home includes
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Built area
- 638 m²
- Terrace
- 37 m²
- Plot size
- 1295 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 2
- Orientation
- south
- City
- Marbella
- Postcode
- 29604
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Marbella
Map shows the approximate Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in MarbellaCosta del Sol.
Playa de la Bajadilla
3 mindrive
Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
12 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Virgen del Carmen, de Marbella
6 mindrive
Hospital Recoletas Salud Marbella
3 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
49 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Marbella
Can foreigners buy property in Marbella?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Marbella. 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 Marbella?
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.
