For sale · Costa del Sol · Vélez-Málaga
Available3-Bed Villa for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga
€365,000
3 beds · 1 bath · 178 m² built · 5320 m² plot
Ref HT5421337Updated daily · Last sync 9 July 2026
About this property
Overview
Three-bedroom villa with private pool in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga, Costa del Sol. This country property operates under an active tourist licence, offering both income potential and a self-sufficient rural retreat. The 5,320sqm plot sits in the Axarquía hills, where 10 registered solar panels (warranty valid until 2032) provide energy independence alongside a dual water supply from mains and private source.
The 178sqm interior centres on a fireplace that heats the entire house, while the single bathroom serves all three bedrooms. Outside, the heated swimming pool includes an integrated jacuzzi, and the outdoor kitchen comes equipped with a wood-burning oven and barbecue area. The elevated hillside position delivers uninterrupted views across the Axarquía countryside, with the plot size allowing for vegetable gardens, fruit trees or additional outbuildings subject to planning consent.
The villa stands five minutes by car from Sayalonga, a white village with shops, restaurants and a weekly market, and twenty minutes from the beaches at Torre del Mar. The location balances access to coastal amenities with the privacy of rural Andalucía, where neighbouring properties remain out of sight and road noise is absent. The wood-burning oven reaches temperatures suitable for traditional bread-making and slow-roasted meats.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 178 m²
- Plot size
- 5320 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Vélez-Málaga
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga
Map shows the approximate Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Vélez-MálagaCosta del Sol.
Nearest beach
10 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo Caleta de Vélez
11 mindrive
Hospital Comarcal de La Axarquía
9 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
58 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Costa del Sol East
Can foreigners buy property in Vélez-Málaga?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Vélez-Málaga. 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 Vélez-Málaga?
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.
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