For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available3-Bed Villa for Sale in El Faro, Mijas
Gated community
€495,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 140 m² built · 350 m² plot
Ref HT5437600Updated daily · Last sync 11 November 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom villa with private pool in El Faro, Costa del Sol. This 1970-built detached property comes with a valid tourist licence, allowing you to generate rental income when you're not using it yourself. The 140sqm interior features skylights positioned throughout, flooding the living spaces with natural light from morning through to afternoon.
The villa sits on a 350sqm plot with three double bedrooms and three bathrooms spread across the layout. The private swimming pool anchors the outdoor space, surrounded by established gardens that provide year-round colour. Inside, the property is sold fully furnished, ready for immediate use or rental guests. A dedicated parking space eliminates the usual Costa del Sol parking concerns. The 350sqm plot offers enough outdoor room for al fresco dining areas, sun loungers, and mature planting without feeling cramped.
El Faro is a residential pocket just back from the coastline, and this villa stands directly opposite Las Colinas Restaurant, a local dining fixture. Cala de Mijas beach lies 800 metres away, reachable on foot in under ten minutes. The area maintains a residential character while keeping beach clubs, coastal paths, and the small commercial centre of El Faro within walking distance. Fuengirola town centre sits 3 kilometres west for larger supermarkets and the twice-weekly market.
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Features
What this home includes
- Alarm system
- Private pool
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- Barbecue
- Private garden
- Solarium
- Double glazing
- Ensuite bathroom
- Fitted kitchen
- Fitted wardrobes
- Furnished
- Storage room
- Garage
- Private parking
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Close to town
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 140 m²
- Plot size
- 350 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Levels
- 1
- Year built
- 1970
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Fully Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- East, South East, South, South West
- Area
- El Faro
- City
- Mijas
- Postcode
- 29649
- 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 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.
