For sale · Costa del Sol · Marbella
Available5-Bed Villa for Sale in El Rosario, Marbella
Gated community
€3,900,000
5 beds · 5.5 baths · 560 m² built · 1073 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa with private pool in El Rosario, Costa del Sol. This 2018-built property includes a full smart home system, allowing you to control lighting, climate and security from your phone or voice commands. The 560sqm interior is arranged across multiple levels, with a basement housing an indoor pool, gym and cinema room fitted with a Dolby surround sound system.
All five bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, plus a guest toilet on the main floor. The fully fitted kitchen opens to a utility room and separate laundry room, while the south-west-facing living and dining areas lead directly to the private terrace. Outside, the 1,073sqm plot includes a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, barbecue area and private garden. The property runs on solar panels with battery storage, and security features include an alarm system, video entry, reinforced shutters and 24-hour surveillance. A basement wine cellar provides climate-controlled storage, and the private garage accommodates two vehicles.
El Rosario sits between Marbella's Golden Mile and the Sierra Blanca mountains, with the property offering mountain views from multiple rooms. Marbella town centre lies 6km west, reachable in under 10 minutes by car. The beachfront at Alicate Playa is 1.5km south, with several beach clubs and restaurants lining this stretch of coast. The villa is sold unfurnished, with all integrated appliances and the smart home infrastructure remaining in place.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5.5
- Built area
- 560 m²
- Plot size
- 1073 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Area
- El Rosario
- City
- Marbella
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Rosario, Marbella
Map shows the approximate El Rosario, Marbella area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El RosarioMarbellaCosta del Sol.
El Alicate
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Greenlife Golf Marbella
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Marina Marbella
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Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
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Marbella
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Málaga Airport (AGP)
51 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in El Rosario
Can foreigners buy property in El Rosario?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Rosario. 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 El Rosario?
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.
