The legal purchase steps are Spain-wide, but Málaga buyers often deal with high-demand coastal stock, apartment communities, and new-build developments.
Due diligence should focus on planning/licences, any renovations or terrace enclosures, community rules (statutes), and whether the property has the correct habitation/occupancy documentation for utilities.
If you plan to rent, check Andalusia’s holiday rental registration requirements and whether the building community restricts short-term lets. A local lawyer should also confirm there are no debts attached to the property (community fees, IBI) before you pay major deposits.
For full buying process in Spain download our Spain Buying Guide.
