Buying a new build in Fuengirola? Estate agent in Fuengirola

Fuengirola offers a unique combination that few other places on the Costa del Sol can match: more than 8 kilometres of beach, a direct train connection to Málaga Airport (20 minutes) and Málaga city centre (30 minutes), and a wide range of English-speaking services, restaurants and service providers. The town is big enough for a full life all year round, but without the crowds and bustle of Torremolinos. That makes Fuengirola particularly attractive both as a permanent home and as a second home.

For a new build in Andalusia you pay 10% IVA (VAT) on the purchase price, instead of the transfer tax (ITP) payable on resale properties. On top of that come 1.2% AJD (stamp duty), notary fees and land registry registration. Allow 12 to 13% in additional costs in total on top of the property price. With us you receive a full, transparent cost overview for each development, including an estimate of community fees and the annual IBI, before you decide.

New-build prices in Fuengirola vary widely by location and property type. Two-bedroom apartments start from around €273,000 in the more residential zones such as Los Pacos. In popular beachside locations such as Carvajal or Los Boliches, two- and three-bedroom apartments generally range from €350,000 to €665,000. Luxury villas and developments in Torreblanca or El Higuerón can exceed €1,000,000. Compared with Marbella, for comparable quality Fuengirola generally offers 15 to 25% more space for the same budget.

El Higuerón is an exclusive resort on the border of Fuengirola and Benalmádena, set high up with breathtaking panoramic sea views over the entire coastline. The resort combines five-star facilities, including an award-winning wellness centre, tennis courts, several swimming pools and direct beach access, with residential living. New builds in El Higuerón include apartments, sky villas and penthouses, and the developments consistently sell out before completion. The combination of quality, location and amenities makes it one of the most sought-after addresses on the Costa del Sol.

Fuengirola has one of the strongest rental profiles on the Costa del Sol. The town attracts tourists and winter visitors all year round thanks to its mild climate, long promenade and excellent train connection. Beachside developments in Carvajal or Los Boliches generate high short-term rental income from April to October, while there is growing year-round demand for long-term rentals from expats and digital nomads. For holiday lets you need an RTA licence, which can only be applied for after completion. For each development we prepare a realistic annual yield calculation.

For off-plan developments you generally pay in three stages. Stage one: a reservation of €3,000 to €10,000, which takes the home off the market. Stage two: 20 to 30% of the purchase price during construction, split into instalments linked to building milestones. Stage three: the remaining amount plus all additional costs of 12 to 13% at the key handover. A Spanish mortgage only kicks in at completion, not during construction. We guide you through every payment stage and make sure your deposit is protected by a legally required bank guarantee.

For off-plan developments, allow an average of 18 to 28 months from signing the contract to the key handover. Construction delays of 3 to 6 months are common in the Spanish building sector and are usually built into the contract as a margin. Turnkey developments, where the home is already fully built, are sometimes ready to move into within 2 to 3 months of purchase. We work exclusively with developers who have a demonstrable track record in Fuengirola and always tell you honestly what completion date to expect.

Yes, but if you are not tax resident in Spain, a Spanish bank will generally finance up to 60 to 70% of the purchase price or valuation. You contribute at least 30 to 40% of your own funds, plus 12 to 13% in additional costs, so in total around 42 to 53% of the purchase price in cash. For off-plan new builds, you arrange the mortgage around the expected completion date, not at reservation. Some foreign buyers use the equity in their home in their country of residence as alternative financing. Through WeSellHomes.es you get a free mortgage check with our English-speaking financial advisers.

Five legal checkpoints protect buyers but are often skipped in practice. First: the validity and completeness of the Licencia de Obras (building licence), because without this document you risk a demolition order for illegal construction. Second: a proper bank guarantee or insurance policy on your deposit, legally required for off-plan purchases. Third: clear and fair termination clauses if the completion date is exceeded. Fourth: the energy performance certificate (EPC), legally required at completion. Fifth: the issue of the Licencia de Primera Ocupación: without this certificate of occupancy you cannot arrange utility connections or apply for a rental licence. As standard, we bring in English-speaking legal partners before you sign a reservation contract.

The average asking price is €1,113,300, with listings from €370,000 to €3,960,000 and an average of €8,737 per m² built. Based on the 10 new-build properties WeSellHomes.es has for sale in Fuengirola. Data as of 14 September 2026.

WeSellHomes.es is currently tracking 10 new-build properties for sale in Fuengirola, of which 10 are new builds. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The average built area is 118 m², with an average of 2.2 bedrooms. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The 7 penthouses WeSellHomes.es tracks in Fuengirola have an average asking price of €886,286, with listings from €457,000 and an average of €9,269 per m² built. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The 2 apartments WeSellHomes.es tracks in Fuengirola have an average asking price of €484,500, with listings from €370,000 and an average of €6,291 per m² built. Data as of 14 September 2026.

2 bedrooms is the most common size: 9 of the 10 new-build properties in Fuengirola have 2 bedrooms. The average asking price is €797,000, with listings from €370,000. Data as of 14 September 2026.

It is not compulsory, but there are 10 new-build properties for sale in Fuengirola, with asking prices from €370,000 to €3,960,000. The difference lies mainly in location, year of construction and condition, and you cannot see that from a listing. WeSellHomes.es acts as your buying agent: we know the neighbourhoods, attend viewings with you, check the paperwork and guide you through to the handover of the keys at the notary. Data as of 14 September 2026.