For sale · Costa del Sol · Ojén
Available2-Bed Apartment in El Vicario, Ojén
Residential complexEl VicarioGated community
€319,000
2 beds · 2 baths · 111 m² built · 111 m² plot
Ref HT5517295Updated daily · Last sync 22 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Two-bedroom apartment with sea views in La Mairena, Costa del Sol. The distant Mediterranean vistas stretch across the horizon from an 18-square-metre terrace, large enough for outdoor dining and lounging throughout the year.
Inside, the 111-square-metre layout includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en-suite. The first-floor position requires just one flight of stairs, and the property comes with a 12-square-metre storage room plus a dedicated parking space directly in front of the building. Both bedrooms receive natural light, and the part-furnished specification allows for immediate occupation or personalisation. The kitchen connects to the main living area, and the second bathroom serves both guests and the second bedroom.
El Vicario is a gated development with a communal pool and 24-hour security, positioned adjacent to the German International School in Ojén. The complex sits in the elevated La Mairena area, approximately 15 minutes by car from Elviria beach and the coastal A-7 motorway. Marbella town centre lies 20 minutes west, whilst the mountain roads leading north offer hiking trails through pine forest terrain.
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Features
What this home includes
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Central heating
- Fireplace
- Basement
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Covered parking
- Close to town
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor apartment
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 111 m²
- Plot size
- 111 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Energy rating
- D
- Complex
- El Vicario
- Area
- La Mairena
- City
- Ojén
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
La Mairena, Ojén
Map shows the approximate La Mairena, Ojén area. The exact position of El Vicario is not published. This property is in La MairenaOjénCosta del Sol.
Playa de Artola
14 mindrive
El Soto Golf
8 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
16 mindrive
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
16 mindrive
Fuengirola
28 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
56 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in La Mairena
Can foreigners buy property in La Mairena?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in La Mairena. 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 La Mairena?
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.
