Looking for a house for sale in Marbella?
Marbella, on the Costa del Sol, offers a quality of life that few European towns can match. Backing onto the Sierra Blanca and facing due south, it enjoys a well-known microclimate: more than 320 days of sunshine a year and winters milder than anywhere else on the coast. A house remains a sought-after option here, often in a gated development with a garden and a shared pool, from around €400,000.
The municipality stretches over twenty-seven kilometres of coastline, from Cabopino in the east to Guadalmina in the west, and sits forty minutes from Málaga airport. Between the casco antiguo and its Plaza de los Naranjos, the marina of Puerto Banús and the village life of San Pedro de Alcántara, it covers very different ways of living within the same area. A real asset for an international clientele.
We have specialised in the local property market since 2013. We cover the whole municipality, from the Milla de Oro to San Pedro de Alcántara. We can help you look for a town house with a garden, a villa with a pool, a new-build house off plan (obra nueva in Spanish) or a resale property (reventa). Whatever your plans, we are here to help you find the right house.
To make your move easier, we also provide a local network of lawyers and accountants. They support you with all the formalities: obtaining your NIE (foreigner identification number, essential for buying), opening a bank account, signing at the notary's office and Spanish taxation. You can also benefit from maintenance and upkeep services to settle in Marbella with complete peace of mind.
Would you rather rent long term first? That is an excellent way to get to know the area before committing.
Widening your search? Have a look at our villas for sale in Marbella, our houses for sale in Estepona, our houses for sale in Manilva and our houses for sale in Casares.
Get in touch today to find the house for sale in Marbella that matches what you have in mind. Draw on our experience and our thorough knowledge of the market to make your property plans happen under the Spanish sun.
Discover Marbella
Marbella holds a place of its own on the Costa del Sol. The Sierra Blanca that towers above it stops the northerly winds and gives the town its microclimate; La Concha, its emblematic peak, rises to 1,215 metres just above the town. It is this setting that made it, as early as the 1950s, Spain's first luxury seaside resort.
Its old quarter has nonetheless kept the look of an Andalusian village: whitewashed lanes, orange trees and terraces around the Plaza de los Naranjos, the former town hall square. Going down towards the sea, the paseo marítimo runs along the town beaches as far as the Alameda park and the Avenida del Mar, where a dozen Salvador Dalí sculptures are on display.
To the west begins the Milla de Oro, which links the centre to Puerto Banús between villas set back from the road and historic hotels. The marina, opened in 1970, is where the shops and restaurants are concentrated; just behind it, the valley of Nueva Andalucía lines up its golf courses. At the other end of the coastline, Cabopino protects the Artola dunes, listed as a natural monument.
There is no shortage of things to do: golf all year round, the hike up to the summit of La Concha, diving and sailing from the marinas, weekly markets and a cultural life that is rich for a town of this size.
Living in Marbella means combining a level of services that is rare in Europe with the authenticity of an Andalusian centre that has stayed pedestrian.
Tempted to settle in such a setting? Browse our selection of houses for sale in Marbella or get in touch to make your plans happen.
What our clients say
Because making our clients happy is our greatest satisfaction
Étienne is very professional, committed and thorough. He went beyond what was asked of him and pointed me to the right partners. Someone you can trust, and whom I recommend.
Original review, in FrenchÉtienne est très professionnel, impliqué et précis. Il est allé au-delà de sa mission et a su me proposer les bons partenaires. Une personne de confiance que je recommande.
Thank you to Étienne, who found us the property that suits us perfectly and ticks every one of our boxes. Thank you for his availability and his dedication.
Original review, in FrenchMerci à Étienne qui a su nous trouver le bien qui correspond parfaitement et coche tous nos critères. Merci pour sa disponibilité et son dévouement.
I went through his agency to buy my property, and I have now handed him the rental management as well. Professional, friendly and reliable.
Original review, in FrenchJe suis passé par son agence pour l'achat de mon bien, je lui ai maintenant confié la gestion locative. Professionnalisme, sympathie et fiabilité.
Frequently asked questions
What budget should I plan for a house in Marbella?
In our current selection, houses start at around €400,000 and half of them are above €900,000. Town houses in the casco antiguo and terraced houses in gated developments make up the entry level; front-line beach properties go well beyond a million. Contact us for a selection tailored to your budget.
Should I buy new-build (obra nueva) or resale (reventa)?
A new-build house offers guarantees, good energy performance and options for customisation; a resale property is available immediately and is sometimes located right in the centre, where nothing new is being built. We will help you choose.
How does buying work for an international buyer in Marbella?
There are no nationality restrictions. You need an NIE and, in practice, a Spanish bank account. Our multilingual team (English, Spanish and French) and our network of lawyers will support you through to signing at the notary's office.
Is Marbella suitable for rental investment?
Yes. More than 320 days of sunshine a year, an international reputation and a season that spills well into spring and autumn keep rental demand high, both seasonal and long term.
What costs and taxes should I plan for when buying a house in Marbella?
For a resale property (reventa), allow around 7% ITP (property transfer tax, Andalusian rate), plus around 1 to 1.5% for notary, registration and professional fees. For a new-build property (obra nueva), 10% VAT (IVA) and AJD (tax on documented legal acts, 1.2%) replace ITP. We give you the full breakdown before any commitment.
Can a non-resident get a mortgage for a house in Marbella?
Yes. Spanish banks generally lend to non-residents up to 60 to 70% of the property's value, compared with 80% for residents. We work with local banks and brokers who are used to dealing with international buyers.
What is the difference between a house in Marbella and one in the neighbouring towns?
Marbella sits well above Estepona, Casares and Manilva for a comparable size, and houses are scarcer here than apartments. If budget is the deciding factor, our houses for sale in Estepona offer a better size-to-price ratio, twenty minutes away by road.
