For sale · Costa del Sol · Vélez-Málaga
Available4-Bed Finca for Sale in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga
€375,000
4 beds · 2 baths · 147 m² built · 3063 m² plot
Ref HT5322238Updated daily · Last sync 23 July 2026
About this property
Overview
Four-bedroom finca with private pool in Costa del Sol East, Vélez-Málaga, Costa del Sol. This single-storey property sits on a 3,063sqm plot in the rural Pilarejo area of Alcaucín, where uninterrupted countryside views stretch across the surrounding hills. The 147sqm interior includes aluminium-framed double-glazed windows and air conditioning throughout, with a living-dining room anchored by a working fireplace and a fully equipped kitchen.
The main residence contains three bedrooms plus a fourth independent bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, offering flexible accommodation for guests or family. A covered porch extends the living space outdoors, featuring both fixed aluminium-glazed sections and open areas that frame the mountain backdrop. The swimming pool occupies a generous terrace area within the plot, surrounded by mature planting and open land suitable for gardening, livestock or further landscaping projects.
The finca stands in Pilarejo, a quiet hamlet above Alcaucín village, where the town centre with its shops, bars and weekly market lies 4km downhill. The whitewashed streets of Alcaucín offer traditional Axarquía character, with the larger town of Vélez-Málaga and its commercial facilities 25 minutes by car. The coastal resorts of Torre del Mar sit 35 minutes away, while Málaga airport requires a 50-minute drive through the inland route. The property's elevated position at approximately 500 metres altitude provides cooler summer temperatures than the coast, with the Sierra de Tejeda mountain range forming the northern horizon.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Finca
- Subtype
- Finca - cortijo
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Built area
- 147 m²
- Plot size
- 3063 m²
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 1999
- Furniture
- Not Furnished
- Pool
- Yes
- Energy rating
- F
- CO₂ rating
- E
- Area
- Costa del Sol East
- City
- Vélez-Málaga
- Postcode
- 29711
- 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 finca 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.
