Villas for Sale on the Costa del Sol
A detached villa with its own pool, a garden full of bougainvillea and views across the Mediterranean: for many buyers, that is the image of the Costa del Sol. And with good reason. Nowhere else in Spain will you find so many villas in such a varied range, from a family home on a quiet urbanisation to a modern designer villa on a golf resort. On this page you will find our current villas for sale on the Costa del Sol, both resale and new build.
Where to buy a villa on the Costa del Sol?
- Marbella: the best-known address on the coast, with villas in areas such as Nueva Andalucía, the Golden Mile and Elviria. This is where you will find the highest price level and the most luxury.
- Benahavís: just inland from Marbella, surrounded by golf courses and mountains. Many villas in gated urbanisations with views as far as Gibraltar and Africa.
- Estepona: very much on the rise, with plenty of new build villas and slightly lower prices than Marbella. A charming old town and a long promenade within easy reach.
- Mijas and Fuengirola: villas in the hills with sea views, close to the airport and amenities. A popular choice with international buyers.
- Benalmádena: villas around Benalmádena Pueblo overlooking the sea, fifteen minutes from Málaga airport.
- Málaga and the east coast: around Málaga city, Rincón de la Victoria and Nerja you will find villas with a quieter, more authentic character.
How much does a villa on the Costa del Sol cost?
Prices vary widely. In our portfolio you will find villas from around €500,000, for example around Benalmádena, up to exclusive villas in Marbella worth several million. The main price drivers are location, sea views, plot size and whether the villa is new or resale. Proximity to the beach, golf and amenities also plays a role.
On top of the purchase price, allow for additional costs. For a resale villa in Andalusia you pay 7% property transfer tax (ITP); for new build you pay 10% VAT (IVA) and stamp duty (AJD). Add to that the notary, land registry and lawyer. You can read all costs in our article how much does it cost to buy a house in Spain.
New build or resale villa?
With a new build villa you buy modern, energy efficient and with legal guarantees of 1, 3 and 10 years, including the Seguro Decenal for the structure. Read more about our guarantees. You often pay in instalments during construction. A resale villa, on the other hand, lets you see exactly what you are buying, often with a mature garden and in a location where no new building land is available.
What to look out for with a villa
A villa gives you freedom, but also responsibility. These are the points we always go through with you:
- Legality of the buildings: do the pool, extension and covered terraces match the permits and the land registry (catastro)? With older villas, this sometimes differs.
- Running costs: think of IBI (local property tax), maintenance of the garden and pool, and community fees on an urbanisation. The costs do not stop at the key handover.
- Rental: if you want to rent out your villa (partly), you need a holiday rental registration in Andalusia. Check in advance whether this is possible at the address.
- Location and slope: a villa in the hills offers wonderful views, but sometimes means steep roads and a car as a necessity.
Also read our pitfalls when buying a house in Spain and taxes on a home in Spain.
Prefer something else?
Looking for more peace and land? Take a look at our fincas for sale on the Costa del Sol. Prefer a townhouse or semi-detached home? Browse our houses for sale on the Costa del Sol. Want to build your own villa? Then a building plot on the Costa del Sol is an option. Is your dream villa not listed? We will search tailor-made for you, also outside our own portfolio.
Frequently asked questions
Can I finance a villa on the Costa del Sol with a Spanish mortgage?
Yes, Spanish banks generally lend non-residents up to 60 to 70% of the property value. You can also use equity on your current home. Read more in mortgage for a house in Spain.
How long does buying a villa take?
For a resale villa, it usually takes a few weeks to a few months from reservation to completion at the notary. For new build, it depends on the construction schedule.
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