For sale · Costa del Sol · Torrox
Available5-Bed Villa for Sale in Torre del Mar, Torrox
€830,000
5 beds · 3 baths · 375 m² built
Ref HT5423572Updated daily · Last sync 9 July 2026
About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa with private pool in Costa del Sol East, Torre del Mar, Costa del Sol. The 375sqm layout spreads across a single level, with a covered entrance porch leading to interconnected living spaces that include two separate dining areas and a feature fireplace in the main lounge.
Inside, the kitchen opens directly onto views of the pool and mountain backdrop, fitted with modern appliances and floor-to-ceiling storage. A utility room adjoins the kitchen with workspace and plumbing for laundry. The entrance hall includes a flexible reception room currently arranged as a sitting area but suitable as a ground-floor bedroom. Three bathrooms serve the five bedrooms throughout the property. Outside, 175sqm of terrace surrounds the private pool, with one covered parking space on the plot.
The villa sits in the Tomillar neighbourhood, a residential area 2 kilometres north of Torre del Mar's beachfront promenade. The town centre, with its Thursday street market and seafront restaurants, lies a five-minute drive south. Málaga Airport is 35 kilometres west along the A-7 coastal motorway.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 375 m²
- Terrace
- 175 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Torre del Mar
- City
- Torrox
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Torre del Mar, Torrox
Map shows the approximate Torre del Mar, Torrox area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Torre del MarTorroxCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
1 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
20 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
22 mindrive
Torrox
12 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
70 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Torre del Mar
Can foreigners buy property in Torre Del Mar?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Torre Del Mar. 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 Torre Del Mar?
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.
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