For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available5-Bed Villa for Sale in Cerros del Aguila, Mijas
€995,000
5 beds · 3 baths · 224 m² built · 754 m² plot
Ref HT5532049Updated daily · Last sync 31 October 2026
About this property
Overview
Five-bedroom villa with private pool in Cerros del Aguila, Costa del Sol. Built across 224 square metres on a 754-square-metre plot, the property includes a self-contained guest apartment with independent access, offering flexibility for extended family or rental income. The single-storey main house centres on a large living room with a wood-burning stove, whilst the relatively new kitchen opens onto a dining area that flows towards the terraces.
The main villa contains three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with 100 square metres of terrace space distributed across covered, glazed and open areas. A carport and gated parking provide secure vehicle storage. The lower-level guest apartment features a combined kitchen and living room, a separate bedroom, and a bathroom, with its own terrace leading directly to the private pool. Mountain and Mediterranean views extend from multiple vantage points across the property, including the pool terrace and the upper-level outdoor spaces. The 754-square-metre plot allows for both privacy and outdoor living without excessive maintenance demands.
Cerros del Aguila sits in the hills above Mijas Costa, approximately 4 kilometres inland from the beaches at La Cala de Mijas. The area combines residential calm with access to the A-7 coastal road, which connects to Fuengirola in 10 minutes by car and Marbella in 25. Local amenities in Cerros del Aguila include supermarkets, restaurants and sports facilities, whilst the Miraflores Golf Club lies 2 kilometres to the west. The villa's elevated position provides the mountain and sea views whilst remaining within practical reach of the coast and main transport links.
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Features
What this home includes
- Pool
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Built area
- 224 m²
- Terrace
- 100 m²
- Plot size
- 754 m²
- Levels
- 2
- Year built
- 1991
- Condition
- Good
- Furniture
- Optional
- Pool
- Yes
- Area
- Cerros del Aguila
- City
- Mijas
- Postcode
- 29649
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Cerros del Aguila, Mijas
Map shows the approximate Cerros del Aguila, Mijas area. Exact address provided upon request. This property is in Cerros del AguilaMijasCosta del Sol.
Playa El Chaparral - El Chaparral
16 mindrive
Cerrado del Aguila Golf
3 mindrive
Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola
13 mindrive
Hospital Vithas Xanit International
19 mindrive
Fuengirola
12 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
39 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this villa in Cerros del Aguila
Can foreigners buy property in Cerros Del Aguila?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Cerros Del Aguila. 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 Cerros Del Aguila?
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.
