Can foreigners buy apartments in Estepona?

Yes. There are no restrictions on buying property in Spain , whether it's commercial, residential or land. In fact, Spain encourages investment by foreigners, both resident and non-resident. You will require a financial number which can acquire by visiting a police station with your passport.

How do I buy an apartment in Estepona?

The process of buying a property in Spain usually runs as follows. First, the buyer makes an offer, usually through the seller's real estate agent. If this is accepted, then the buyer and seller sign a preliminary contract (contrato privado de compravento) and the buyer pays a deposit, typically 10% of the purchase price. Then the agent helps to organise property check and if there're no burdens or restrictions, a final sales contract is prepared.

Do I need a Spanish bank account to buy an apartment in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your apartment in Estepona. This will enable you to set up direct debits and standing orders to pay for your utilities and bills .

Can I get a mortgage in Spain?

Yes. Although to get a mortgage in Spain you need NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros). If you're in Spain, you can start the NIE application process at any local police station. Outside of Spain, the best way to apply for an NIE is to contact your local Spanish consulate.

What is a Spanish residence permit?

A long-term residence permit allows you to stay in Spain indefinitely, working or otherwise, under the same conditions as Spanish citizens. You can apply for Spanish nationality after 10 years of residence in Spain.

How do I get a residence permit in Spain?

Dedending on type (for students, for investors, etc.) you can obtain Spanish residence permit at Foreigner’s Office in Spain or at Spanish Consulate in your country of residence.

How long does it take to get residency in Spain?

The terms are based on the type of the residence (for students, for investors, etc.). Some of them can be obtained in less than one month.

Can I get residency in Spain if I buy property?

Yes. When buying a property, you can get a residence permit in Spain, which will allow you to legally reside in the country. At the moment, the most suitable program for obtaining a Spanish residence permit is a Non-Lucrative residence visa in Spain . The main requirement of the program is to provide sufficient financial guarantees, as well as the availability of housing in Spain. Until 2025, investors had the opportunity to apply for a golden visa to Spain when buying real estate starting from 500 thousand euros, and the program has been officially closed since April 2025.

How can I get permanent residency in Spain?

You can get permanent residency in Spain after 5 years of legal residence.

How long does it take to become a citizen in Spain?

The standard criteria for citizenship in Spain is 10 years of legal residence. There are reduced terms (1, 2 or 5 years) for residency based on naturalization, origin, option, etc.

158 Apartments for Sale in Estepona, Buy Flat from 210,000€

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Apartment with a private garden and sea views in a picturesque area, Estepona, Spain for 409,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden and sea views in a picturesque area, Estepona, Spain

409,000 €

£344,000

Total area 103 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in a new residence with gardens, swimming pools and a spa center, Estepona, Spain for 545,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a new residence with gardens, swimming pools and a spa center, Estepona, Spain

545,000 €

£459,000

Total area 115 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Sea view

Аpartments with views of the sea, mountains and golf course, Costa del Sol

From 380,000 €

Swimming pool Underground parking Golf course Private garden Terrace

Three-bedroom apartments with sea views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain for 434,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartments with sea views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain

434,000 €

£365,000

Total area 123 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a spacious terrace and sea views in a new residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 429,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a spacious terrace and sea views in a new residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

429,000 €

£361,000

Total area 103 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with a private garden and sea views, Estepona, Spain for 439,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with a private garden and sea views, Estepona, Spain

439,000 €

£369,000

Total area 137 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in a residence with a swimming pool, Estepona, Spain for 710,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a residence with a swimming pool, Estepona, Spain

710,000 €

£598,000

Total area 105 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Penthouse with sea views in a residence with swimming pools and spa center, Estepona, Spain for 731,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a residence with swimming pools and spa center, Estepona, Spain

731,000 €

£615,000

Total area 135 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouses with large terraces at 600 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain for 725,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouses with large terraces at 600 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain

725,000 €

£610,000

Total area 147 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Sea view penthouse in a new residence with a swimming pool and gardens, Estepona, Spain for 535,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Sea view penthouse in a new residence with a swimming pool and gardens, Estepona, Spain

535,000 €

£450,000

Total area 106 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a private garden at 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain for 454,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden at 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain

454,000 €

£382,000

Total area 85 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Duplex penthouse with a sunny terrace and panoramic views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain for 958,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex penthouse with a sunny terrace and panoramic views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain

958,000 €

£806,000

Total area 134 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 816,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

816,000 €

£687,000

Total area 217 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxury apartment in a new beachfront residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 2,310,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Luxury apartment in a new beachfront residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

2,310,000 €

£1,944,000

Total area 115 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with a terrace and sea views in a residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 393,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with a terrace and sea views in a residence with swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

393,000 €

£331,000

Total area 97 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a terrace and sea views in a new residence with swimming pools, near the beach, Estepona, Spain for 350,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a terrace and sea views in a new residence with swimming pools, near the beach, Estepona, Spain

350,000 €

£295,000

Total area 83 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in an exclusive residence with swimming pools, gardens and a spa center, Estepona, Spain for 521,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in an exclusive residence with swimming pools, gardens and a spa center, Estepona, Spain

521,000 €

£438,000

Total area 104 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouses in a new residence with a swimming pool, 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain for 468,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouses in a new residence with a swimming pool, 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain

468,000 €

£394,000

Total area 84 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxury beachfront four-bedroom apartment in a new residence, Estepona, Spain for 4,385,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Luxury beachfront four-bedroom apartment in a new residence, Estepona, Spain

4,385,000 €

£3,690,000

Total area 270 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Four-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a new gated residence, Estepona, Spain for 908,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Four-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a new gated residence, Estepona, Spain

908,000 €

£764,000

Total area 225 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with a spacious terrace at 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain for 475,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with a spacious terrace at 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain

475,000 €

£400,000

Total area 102 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxury beachfront penthouse with a private swimming pool at 600 meters from the marina, Estepona, Spain for 5,000,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Luxury beachfront penthouse with a private swimming pool at 600 meters from the marina, Estepona, Spain

5,000,000 €

£4,208,000

Total area 203 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Penthouse with a solarium in a new residence, 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain for 564,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with a solarium in a new residence, 800 meters from the beach, Estepona, Spain

564,000 €

£475,000

Total area 102 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with panoramic views in a gated residence with restaurants and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 815,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with panoramic views in a gated residence with restaurants and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

815,000 €

£686,000

Total area 268 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a new residence with four swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 767,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with panoramic views in a new residence with four swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

767,000 €

£646,000

Total area 194 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Four-bedroom apartment with a terrace and sea views in a residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 533,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Four-bedroom apartment with a terrace and sea views in a residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

533,000 €

£449,000

Total area 119 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

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