Buying a new build in Manilva? English-speaking estate agent Manilva

Manilva is the westernmost municipality of the Costa del Sol and borders Sotogrande directly, one of Spain's most prestigious residential areas. That location gives Manilva a unique position: you benefit from the proximity of Sotogrande, Gibraltar (20 minutes) and Marbella (40 minutes), while new-build prices are considerably lower. The municipality has its own harbour in La Duquesa, excellent beaches and a growing range of modern new-build developments that attract both international buyers and people who work in Gibraltar.

For new builds in Andalusia you pay 10% IVA (VAT), plus 1.2% AJD, notary fees and land registry registration: 12 to 13% in additional costs in total. For each development we provide a full cost breakdown in advance, including community fees and an IBI estimate, so you never face surprises.

Manilva offers the best value for money in the western part of the Costa del Sol. 2-bedroom apartments start at around €280,000 in the more residential areas. Developments around La Duquesa and San Diego usually range between €395,000 and €750,000. Luxury villas with sea views can go above €1,500,000. Compared with Estepona, prices are on average 15 to 25% lower for comparable quality.

Gibraltar is a 20-minute drive from Manilva, a factor that structurally influences the local property market. Thousands of people work in Gibraltar but live on the Spanish side of the border because of the better quality of life and lower housing costs. This creates stable, year-round demand for long-term rental homes in Manilva, not seasonal as in tourist resorts. For investors this is particularly interesting: you combine relatively low purchase prices with a stable tenant base. We advise which Manilva developments are best suited to this rental strategy.

Yes, Manilva has two rental profiles. Short-term rental via platforms is popular in the summer months thanks to La Duquesa and the beaches. Long-term rental to Gibraltar workers generates stable annual income. For holiday rental you need an RTA licence after completion. For each development we prepare a yield calculation for both rental strategies.

You pay in three stages: a reservation of €3,000 to €10,000, then 20 to 30% during construction linked to building milestones, and the balance plus additional costs at handover of the keys. Mortgage financing is only activated on completion. We guide you through every payment stage and check that your deposit is protected by a legally required bank guarantee.

For off-plan developments in Manilva, allow on average 18 to 28 months from signing the contract to handover of the keys. Turnkey developments are usually ready to live in within 2 to 3 months. We work exclusively with developers with a proven track record in Manilva and give you an honest picture of the expected completion date.

Yes, but as a non-resident a Spanish bank usually finances up to 60 to 70%. You contribute at least 30 to 40% of your own funds plus 12 to 13% in additional costs. For off-plan new builds you arrange the mortgage around the expected completion date. Through WeSellHomes.es you get a free mortgage check with English-speaking financial advisers.

For a new build in Manilva a lawyer checks: the Licencia de Obras, the bank guarantee on the deposit, fair cancellation clauses in case of delay, energy certification on completion and the Licencia de Primera Ocupación. In Manilva it is especially important to check that the development falls within the approved zoning plan, as the municipality has a relatively large amount of undeveloped land with varying planning statuses. We routinely bring in English-speaking legal partners before you sign a reservation contract.

The average asking price is €384,500, with listings from €349,000 to €490,000 and an average of €3,442 per m² built. Based on the 2 new-build properties WeSellHomes.es has for sale in Manilva. Data as of 14 September 2026.

WeSellHomes.es is currently tracking 2 new-build properties for sale in Manilva, of which 2 are new builds. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The average built area is 115 m², with an average of 2.5 bedrooms. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The 1 villas WeSellHomes.es tracks in Manilva have an average asking price of €349,000, with listings from €349,000 and an average of €2,727 per m² built. Data as of 14 September 2026.

The 1 townhouses WeSellHomes.es tracks in Manilva have an average asking price of €420,000, with listings from €420,000 and an average of €4,158 per m² built. Data as of 14 September 2026.

2 bedrooms is the most common size: 1 of the 2 new-build properties in Manilva have 2 bedrooms. The average asking price is €349,000, with listings from €349,000. Data as of 14 September 2026.

It is not compulsory, but there are 2 new-build properties for sale in Manilva, with asking prices from €349,000 to €490,000. 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.