For sale · Costa del Sol · Benahavís
Available5-Bed Villa in Montemayor, Benahavís
Residential complexMontemayorGated community
€3,850,000€4,150,000
5 beds · 3 baths · 460 m² built · 2681 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
A five-bedroom villa with sea views in Benahavis, Costa del Sol. Completed in 2022, this property occupies an elevated position within the gated Montemayor community, where floor-to-ceiling windows in every room frame uninterrupted views across the Mediterranean and the surrounding mountain range. The south-facing orientation ensures natural light throughout the day, while the 2,681sqm plot provides privacy and space rare at this altitude.
The 460sqm interior is arranged across two levels, centred around an open-plan living and dining area with a working fireplace. The principal bedroom suite includes a private terrace with direct sea views, and four additional bedrooms are served by two further bathrooms. Outside, 210sqm of covered and open terraces extend the living space, with a private swimming pool positioned to capture the coastline vista. The property is sold fully furnished and includes one parking space, a separate laundry room, and integrated storage throughout.
Montemayor sits 15 minutes by car from the whitewashed village centre of Benahavis, known for its hillside restaurants and access to multiple golf courses within a five-kilometre radius. The gated complex provides 24-hour security, communal gardens, a residents' gym, and a shared pool alongside the private amenities. Marbella's Golden Mile lies 20 minutes south via the A-7, while Puerto Banús marina is 18 minutes by the same route. The villa's entrance courtyard includes mature olive trees and a gravelled driveway leading to the main door.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Private garden
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Fitted kitchen
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 460 m²
- Terrace
- 210 m²
- Plot size
- 2681 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South
- Energy rating
- E
- Complex
- Montemayor
- Area
- Montemayor
- City
- Benahavís
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Montemayor, Benahavís
Residential complexMontemayorMap shows the Montemayor complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in MontemayorBenahavísCosta del Sol.
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92 restaurants & bars
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Málaga Airport (AGP)
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Gibraltar Airport (GIB)
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Mountain side, north of the coastal road (A-7), hillside setting.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Montemayor
Can foreigners buy property in Montemayor?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Montemayor. 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 Montemayor?
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.
