Buying in Golden Mile: what overseas buyers should know
The Golden Mile runs along the coast between Marbella town and Puerto Banus, a prime stretch known for gated villas, mature gardens and beachside residences. Buyers here are often established international owners and families who want a leading address within easy reach of the sea. Local property ranges from classic Andalusian villas to contemporary homes and well-appointed apartments in secure, managed developments.
What buyers are looking for in Golden Mile
Property along the Golden Mile divides broadly into two settings. On the beachside you will find frontline homes and gated communities close to the sand, while above the coast road the hillside holds larger villas in private grounds. Demand tends to focus on privacy, established gardens and proximity to Marbella's amenities. Apartments in managed developments suit owners who want a lock-up-and-leave residence, while detached villas appeal to families and long-term owners.
Buying as an overseas buyer
UK buyers can own freely in Spain. Short visits follow the standard position of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area, with non-lucrative and digital nomad visas available for longer stays. You will need an NIE and a local lawyer, and completion takes place before a notary. Allow for the main costs on top of the price, a transfer tax on resale homes or VAT on new-build, plus the annual local property tax (IBI), and note that Spanish banks lend to non-residents, usually with a larger deposit. Your partner agent can guide you through the fuller detail. Start your search to see property for sale in Golden Mile, or contact our team to be connected with a local partner agent.
Where to find property for sale in Golden Mile
The Golden Mile sits on the Costa del Sol between Marbella town and the marina at Puerto Banus. On the beachside you will find frontline residences and gated communities close to the sand, along with landmark hotels and beach clubs. Above the coast road the slopes rise towards Sierra Blanca, where larger villas sit in private grounds with views over the sea.
Property types span apartments in managed developments, townhouses and detached villas, so buyers can match a home to how often they visit and how much space they want. Explore our collections to shortlist by the way you want to live.
