Costa del Sol Caravans & Mobile Homes For Sale

New & Resale Caravans and Mobile homes for sale on the Costa del Sol, Spain in the areas of Marbella, Mollina, Antequera, Fuengirola, Benalmadena and throughout the Málaga region…

How to buy a caravan or mobile home on the Costa del Sol in Spain

Buying and owning a caravan or mobile home on the Costa del Sol is an exciting prospect and many (particularly us Brits!) do this by the 1000’s every year. With popular resorts such as Marbella, Torremolinos, Malaga and Fuengirola in this region, it’s no surprise to find that the Costa del Sol alongside the Costa Blanca are the 2 most popular places to buy.

We can all get carried away with the dreamy thoughts of having the freedom to holiday throughout the year or soaking up the daily sun as a resident caravan owner. So, we thought we’d provide a bit of guidance to ensure you’re following the correct process when looking to buy a caravan or mobile home:

What’s the process of buying a caravan or resale mobile home for sale on the Costa del Sol?

Buying a Caravan or Mobile Home on the Costa del Sol is as straightforward as buying a Caravan in any other area of Spain. In fact, buying a caravan in the UK pretty much follows the exact same process. And, this can be achieved easily by following the steps below:

1. Firstly, find your perfect caravan or mobile home for sale in your favourite area of the Costa del Sol.
2. Secondly, view the caravan or mobile home and if you like it negotiate the selling price.
3. As soon as you’ve found the ideal caravan and agreed a price, place a small deposit (usually 10% of the agreed selling price) But, pay this into a bank account with the sellers name and request a copy of ID from them. In addition, request a copy of a receipt for paid site fees to the campsite with their name on it. At the same time, request a receipt and an inventory of all items included in the sale.
4. Agree a handover date (the date to complete on the sale).
5. Upon the handover date you’ll pay the remaining balance and visit the campsite office to change plot rental details. But, before paying the final balance, check to ensure that all items on the inventory still match. Once you’re happy, pay the remaining balance (into the same bank you paid the deposit). And, don’t forget to ask for a receipt!.
6. Finally, take your keys and enjoy your new caravan or mobile home!

Do you need a Solicitor to buy a caravan on the Costa del Sol in Spain?

No, you’ll find that a sales contract outlining the purchase details is sufficient enough to verify a sale. And without the need for a solicitor. Sales are generally conducted between the buyer and seller or sometimes through a 3rd party or agent.

Conclusion

This information is to be used as a guide only (for a private sale) and you should conduct your purchase however you see fit. But, If you’re not comfortable buying privately, there’s a number of caravan sales agents on the Costa del Sol who can walk you through a purchase. Furthermore, there’s also a number of campsites and residential parks who sell their own caravans and conduct the sales process ‘in-house’.

You don’t need to use a solicitor. However, some people feel more comfortable using one. That said, If you’re buying directly from a campsite/mobile home park or through an agent a legal service is generally provided by them.

The 2 most important things to consider when searching for caravans and mobile homes for sale on the Costa del Sol

Now you know the basics of the actual buying process, let’s take a look at the 2 most important things to consider to when buying a Caravan or Mobile Home on the Costa del Sol in Spain:

1. Touring Caravan, Fixed Caravan (with an awning) Mobile Home or Residential Park Home?
2. Which area of the Costa del Sol do you want to search for Caravans and Mobile Homes for sale?

1. Touring Caravan, Fixed Caravan (with an awning) Mobile Home or Residential Park Home?

In short, this choice comes down to a few of factors – Are you looking to live on a campsite all year or just use it as an holiday home? Do you want to be part of a an ex-pat community of retirees? Or maybe you’re looking for days full of fun in the sun on a holiday park?. For Comparison, we’ll take a look at what each option offers, based on the assumption the caravan is already sited on a Costa del Sol Campsite:

• Touring Caravan
• Fixed Caravan with Awning
• Mobile Home
• Residential Park Home

Touring Caravan

Fixed Caravan with Awning

Mobile Home

Residential Park Home

2. Which area of the Costa del Sol do you want to search for Caravans and Mobile Homes for sale?

Locations, Campsite site fees, Annual running costs, Facilities & Reviews

In effect, searching for a caravan or mobile home for sale on the Costa del Sol is only one part of the journey. Aside from finding the perfect caravan for sale you’ll also need to consider the locations on offer, the annual site fees, the annual running costs. In addition, you’ll also want know the campsite facilities and reviews from customers or residents who live on a campsite full time.

Such is the importance of finding the ideal location, we’d consider this the first step. But you’ll more than likely already have a broad area in mind. Start by narrowing this down to one specific area so that you can focus on what type of Caravans or Mobile Homes are typically coming up for sale in that area only. After that, you can see what’s affordable and what fits your criteria.

In general and much like any other region of Spain, different areas of the Costa del Sol command different sales prices. As such, you’ll find that areas such as Marbella & the Málaga area have Caravans & Mobile Homes for sale at higher prices. Whereas Antequera and the Mollina area have more affordable options available. In reality, this is purely down to the popularity of the resort, supply and demand and a large insurgence of retired ex-pats who have moved from the UK to live on a campsite all year.

We know that Searching for the perfect location can be overwhelming. So, we’ve put together some useful information for each of the most popular resorts on the Costa del Sol to help you decide:

1. Alhaurin de la Torre
2. Almayate
3. Antequera
4. Benajarafe
5. Estepona
6. Humilladero
7. Iznate
8. Las lagunas de Mijas
9. Manilva
10. Marbella
11. Mijas
12. Mollina
13. Ronda
14. Torre del Mar
15. Torremolinos
16. Torrox

Faq’s & Buying Tips

Tips for finding the best caravans & mobiles homes for sale on the Costa del Sol, annual running costs & FAQ’s about the legalities of living on a campsite in Spain

As exciting as it may seem, there’s a few important questions that will pop up when searching for caravans & mobile homes for sale on the Costa del Sol. Things such as the cost of buying a caravan or mobile home, the annual running costs and the best campsites. As well as the legalities when planning to live as a Resident on a Campsite in Spain.

We don’t have all of the answers but we’ll try our best to guide you through some of the most frequently asked questions. Moreover, we’ll even throw in our own tips to help you on your journey:

• FAQ’s
• Buying Tips

FAQ’s

Undoubtedly, you’ve have lot’s of questions to ask if you’re considering buying a caravan or mobile home on the Costa del Sol. But, as most of these have already been answered we thought it would be beneficial to compile a list of the 5 most common FAQ’s for you to browse through:

1. How much does it cost to buy a caravan or mobile home on the Costa del Sol?
2. Can I live on a Costa del Sol Campsite full time (as a resident)?
3. How much does it cost to live on a Costa del Sol Campsite or Residential Mobile Home Park?
4. Which area of the Costa del Sol has the best Campsites & Holiday Parks?
5. Where can I find the best Residential Mobile Home Parks on the Costa del Sol?

1. How much does it cost to buy a caravan or mobile home on the Costa del Sol?

A tricky question to answer but one that mainly comes down to the type of caravan or mobile home you’re looking to buy. As you’d expect, a Mobile Home for sale on the Costa del Sol would cost significantly more than a Caravan or Caravan with Awning. But, to compare them ‘like for like’ would be inaccurate.

Therefore, to create an accurate example, we’ll break it down into each caravan category and provide example for you to use:

Touring Caravans for sale

Prices for a Touring Caravan for sale on the Costa del Sol (or anywhere in Spain) would be similar to the UK market. This is because you’ll find that most of the caravans for sale that can still be towed are UK registered vans and are generally newer in age.

Because of this, the prices vary massively because it comes down to the age, spec and size but expect to pay in the region of £10,000 to £20,000 for a decent example.

Caravans with a fixed Awning for sale

Given that these are the cheapest of all the options, a touring caravan with awning for sale on the Costa del Sol is cheaper (and most popular) for a number of reasons:

• Firstly, the caravans are older models and aren’t meant for touring with anymore which negates some of their sell on value.
• Secondly, the Costa del Sol campsite that it’s sited on and similar comparable caravans for sale will dictate resale values.
• And finally, most sellers don’t see any value in selling it other than as a fixed unit (with all items included) and this limits them to buyers who want to be on that particular campsite.

Conclusion: A touring caravan with awning for sale on a good campsite and in average condition can be found for less than £10,000. Whereas, a great ‘fixed setup’ on a desirable campsite would cost up to £30,000.

Mobile Homes for sale on the Costa del Sol

Due to their popularity you’ll find a wide range of prices for new and resale Mobile Homes / Static caravans for sale on the Costa del Sol. As a result, these can be anywhere from £15,000 up to £120,000 and this mainly comes down to 2 things:

Firstly: The Campsite

Without doubt, the Costa del Sol campsite or residential mobile home park that it’s sited on will play the biggest factor in determining the for sale price of a mobile home. And this is purely down to desirability and supply and demand.

For the same reason, you’d expect a mobile home sited on a popular holiday campsite would generate more interested buyers and in turn drive up the sales price. But, If you’re looking to keep within a tight budget, it makes sense to look at Resale Mobile Homes for sale on the less popular Costa del Sol Campsites. In addition, you could also head towards the residential mobile home parks in Mollina and Antequera where the prices may be lower.

Secondly: The age and spec

The age and spec of the mobile home is important. And, as you’d imagine, a new model from say Willerby or Pemberton would cost more than an older resale model from Delta, Swift or the European brands.

Finally: Keep track of the Caravans and Mobile Homes that rae coming up for sale on the Costa del Sol

Set your self a maximum budget, find your ideal campsite, keep a track of what resale mobile homes are coming up for sale and work back from there.

Conclusion:

You may have to compromise along the way so decide what’s more important for you. Would you prefer a newer model with higher spec on a less desirable campsite?. Or an older resale model mobile home for sale on your ideal campsite? But, for arguments sake we’ll give 2 examples of average for sale prices on the Costa del Sol:

1. A newer Resale Mobile Home (which can be used for living in) for sale with a good spec on a popular Marbella campsite is going to cost in the region of £40,000 – £80,000.
2. An older Resale Mobile Home (generally a holiday home type unit) for sale with an average spec on a less desirable campsite or residential mobile home park can be bought from as little as £20,000.

Park Homes for sale on the Costa del Sol

By and large, Park Homes are readily available on the Costa del Sol as they’ve been imported from the UK to this area of Spain for a number of years. Because of this, you’ll find there’s also a variety of new and resale homes from UK manufacturers such as Willerby, Pemberton, Omar & Tingdene. Similarly, you can expect to find both new and resale mobile homes on the Costa del Sol from Spanish manufacturers such as Alhambra, Alucasa and Aitana.

Due to the availability and number of park homes already sited throughout the Costa del Sol you can expect prices to vary quite significantly. Moreover, park homes are available on both holiday campsites and fully residential mobile home parks throughout the Costa del Sol and this can skew the for sale prices. For comparison, expect to pay more for a park home sited on a campsite in a tourist resort compared to one for sale on residential park a little bit farther away.

Also, you’ll need to decide on whether your budget allows you to buy a new Park Home or whether you’ll focus your search on resale units.

All things considered, you should expect to pay anywhere between £40,000 – £70,000 for a resale home on a residential park in somewhere like Antequera on the Costa del Sol. By comparison, a resale Park Home on a campsite in somewhere like Torre del Mar or Humilladero will cost in the region of £50,000 – £90,000. On the other hand, a new Park Home for sale anywhere on the Costa del Sol would set you back in excess of £100,000 (depending on the model and spec).

Check the distance to the nearest town, resort and Costa del Sol airport

This should be the most important factor when searching for a Campsite or Residential Mobile Home Park. Since you’ll already have an area in mind, focus your search primarily in that location of the Costa del Sol.

Once you’ve found a campsite or residential mobile home park on the Costa del Sol, calculate the distance to your favourite area using Googlemaps. Or another similar map tool. You may be surprised to see that the campsite you had in mind is further away from your preferred area.

Make sure the Costa del Sol campsite or residential mobile home park is dog and pet friendly

Most of the Costa del Sol Campsites and Residential Mobile Home Parks are dog and pet friendly. But, please confirm this directly.

Read customer and resident reviews for the Campsites and residential Mobile Home Parks on the Costa del Sol

There’s no better way to form an opinion of a campsite or residential mobile home park on the Costa del Sol than to listen to others who have been there. Or, those who live on site full time. Reviews are vital to help make the best choices. So, with this in mind we’ve included a review section on all of the campsites and residential mobile home parks on the Costa del Sol. You can check them out here.