For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available3-Bed Villa in Las Farolas, Mijas
Residential complexLas FarolasGated community
€890,000
3 beds · 2 baths · 100 m² built
Ref HT5455984Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom villa with private pool in El Faro, Costa del Sol. This detached property delivers 100 square metres of single-level living space designed around accessibility and ease of movement, with underfloor heating in both bathrooms and an alarm system already installed. The 52-square-metre terrace wraps around the pool and garden, offering covered and open-air zones that face southwest to hold the afternoon sun.
Inside, the layout includes an ensuite bathroom off the principal bedroom, a fully fitted kitchen, and air conditioning throughout the main living areas. Double glazing and fibre optic cabling run through the property, which was built in 1984 and remains in excellent condition. The private garden requires minimal upkeep, and a dedicated parking space sits within the gated perimeter. Access has been adapted for people with reduced mobility, with level thresholds and wider doorways connecting the interior rooms to the covered terrace.
Las Farolas is a secure, gated community in El Faro, positioned 1.5 kilometres from Cabopino Marina and within walking distance of the coastal path that links the marina to the beaches east of Marbella. The complex sits close to the A7 coastal road, placing Fuengirola 15 minutes west by car and Marbella 20 minutes east. Local buses run along the main road, and the nearest supermarket is a five-minute drive inland.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Pool view
- Private garden
- Air conditioning
- Underfloor heating
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 100 m²
- Terrace
- 52 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Orientation
- South, South West
- Complex
- Las Farolas
- Area
- El Faro
- City
- Mijas
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
El Faro, Mijas
Residential complexLas FarolasMap shows the Las Farolas complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in El FaroMijasCosta del Sol.
9 questions answered
Buying this villa 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.
