Buying property in Nerja

Living in Nerja

Nerja looks out to sea from the Balcón de Europa, a viewpoint at the heart of the old town. To the east, the Nerja Cave, discovered in 1959, holds prehistoric cave paintings.

The municipality includes the village of Maro and a protected coastline of cliffs and coves running as far as Cerro Gordo. The TV series Verano azul was filmed here between 1979 and 1980.

Neighbourhoods at a glance

Centro

Balcón de Europa, whitewashed streets and shops

Burriana

Large beach to the east, promenade and restaurants

La Torrecilla

Beach and apartment complexes west of the centre

Maro

Village above the sea, near the cave

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Whether the property is sound

Checks before signingNotary, title deed, debts

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Your contact speaks English, from the first call to the signing. We translate the documents and explain each step to you before you commit.

NIE, bank account, buyer's tax, document translation: our teams handle it for you, right up to signing at the notary's.

Our experts do the pre-viewings on site, on video with you. You only travel to sign, and we prepare a power of attorney if you cannot come.

Before any offer, we check the property: debts, charges, mortgages, planning, licences and community of owners. You know what you are buying.

The notary checks the formalities and the seller has their own lawyer. We bring in an independent lawyer who defends only your interests and checks the preliminary contract before you sign.

Search, viewings, negotiation, paperwork: we take care of it. You get a written report in English at each step and you keep control of the decisions.

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What happens next

1
A first call
To frame the project, the real budget including costs, and the timeline.
2
A verified shortlist
Properties chosen for you and checked before any offer: land registry, debts, planning.
3
Viewings on site or by video
Then the negotiation and the signing at the notary's, with the same English-speaking contact.

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Frequently asked questions about property in Nerja

Can a foreigner buy property in Nerja?

Yes. Spain places no nationality restrictions on buying property. You do, however, need an NIE, the foreigner identification number, which is required to sign at the notary's and to open a Spanish bank account. We handle this step as part of our support.

Do you have an office near Nerja?

Our nearest office is in Málaga: Av. Blas Infante, 10, 29631 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain. The Málaga team handles projects in Nerja. We meet you at the office or by video call, and organise viewings on site.

Do you need to be there in person to buy in Nerja?

No. Many of our clients buy from abroad. Viewings can be done by video call with a written report, and signing at the notary's is possible with a power of attorney. On site, we check what photos do not show: the real condition, the immediate surroundings, any nuisances, compliance.

What costs should you budget for on top of the property price?

As a rule, allow 10 to 15% of the asking price. This covers transfer tax (ITP) for a resale property or VAT for a new build, notary fees, land registry registration and administrative costs. Our online buying costs calculator gives a detailed estimate by region and type of property.

How long does it take to buy a property in Nerja?

From the first viewing to signing, it generally takes two to four months. The timing depends mainly on getting the NIE, any financing and the notary's availability. A cash purchase with a complete file can go faster.

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Frequently asked questions about property in Nerja

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What costs should you budget for on top of the property price?

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