For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available2-Bed Apartment for Sale in El Faro, Mijas
Gated community
€410,000€420,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 120 m² built
Price reduced
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About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with private pool in El Faro, Costa del Sol. The standout feature here is the 24-square-metre glazed terrace that wraps around the south-facing living space, creating a year-round extension of the home where winter sun and summer evenings feel equally usable.
Inside, 120 square metres of built space divides into two double bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the open-plan living and dining area connecting directly to the terrace through floor-to-ceiling glass. The south orientation floods the interior with natural light from mid-morning onwards. The apartment includes a private underground parking space and a separate storage room. The kitchen is fitted and functional, and furniture can be included or removed depending on preference. The property was completed in 2006 and remains in good condition throughout.
El Faro sits on the western edge of Mijas Costa, where the shoreline curves towards Fuengirola. The apartment is a seven-minute walk from El Faro beach, a quieter stretch of coast popular with local families. Fuengirola town centre, with its weekly market, train station and full range of shops and restaurants, is three kilometres east along the coastal road.
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Features
What this home includes
- Air conditioning
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Utility room
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 120 m²
- Terrace
- 24 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Area
- El Faro
- City
- Mijas
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Faro, Mijas
Map shows the approximate El Faro, Mijas area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in El FaroMijasCosta del Sol.
Playa Malapesquera
4 mindrive
Golf Benalmadena Pitch& Putt
6 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
18 mindrive
Hospital
3 mindrive
Arroyo de la Miel-Benalmádena Costa
2 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
27 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in El Faro
Can foreigners buy property in El Faro?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in El Faro. You will need a Spanish NIE (foreigner tax number) before signing the title deed, plus a Spanish bank account for the transfer. The full purchase typically completes 6 to 10 weeks from signing the reservation contract.
What is an NIE and how do I get one?
The NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is your Spanish tax ID and is mandatory for buying property, opening a bank account or paying taxes. You can apply at a Spanish consulate in your home country or in person in Spain. Your lawyer can also obtain it on your behalf with a power of attorney, typically 2 to 4 weeks.
Do I need a Spanish lawyer?
Strongly recommended. An independent lawyer (abogado), separate from the agent and seller, verifies title, checks for debts and planning issues, drafts contracts and represents you at the notary. Typical fee is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT, with a minimum around €1,500.
How long does completion take?
From accepted offer to keys: 6 to 10 weeks for a resale, 30 to 45 days from reservation if no mortgage is needed. New-build off-plan completes when the development is delivered, often 18 to 36 months after reservation, with staged payments along the way.
What taxes will I pay buying a property in El Faro?
Resale property in Andalucía: ITP (transfer tax) at 7%. New-build: 10% IVA + 1.2% AJD (stamp duty). Plus notary, land registry and legal fees of roughly 1 to 2%. Budget 10 to 13% on top of the asking price for total acquisition costs.
What ongoing costs should I expect?
Annual IBI (council tax) is typically 0.4 to 1.1% of cadastral value. Community fees on apartments and gated villas range €100 to €600/month depending on amenities. Non-resident owners pay an annual income tax based on cadastral value, plus utilities and home insurance.
Are agent fees paid by the buyer or seller?
In Spain the seller pays the agent commission (typically 3 to 6% + VAT), already baked into the asking price. Buyers do not pay agent fees on resale or new-build.
Can non-residents get a Spanish mortgage?
Yes. Spanish banks lend to non-residents at typical LTVs of 60 to 70% of the lower of purchase price or valuation (vs 80% for residents). Rates are competitive with the rest of the eurozone. You will need 6 months of bank statements, tax returns and proof of income, pre-approval takes 2 to 4 weeks.
Should I get pre-approval before viewing?
Recommended for serious buyers. A mortgage in principle confirms your budget, signals credibility to sellers and shortens completion. We can introduce you to specialist non-resident mortgage brokers familiar with the local market.
