For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available6-Bed Villa for Sale in El Faro, Mijas
€840,000
6 beds · 4 baths · 298 m² built · 794 m² plot
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About this property
Overview
Six-bedroom villa with sea views in El Faro, Costa del Sol. This 1980-built property spans 298sqm across three independent living spaces, each with its own entrance, making it ideal for extended family living or rental income. The main house features a fireplace in the living room, an independent kitchen, two bedrooms, and one bathroom, while the sea views extend from multiple vantage points across the building.
The property divides into a two-bedroom apartment with its own living room, kitchen, and bathroom, a one-bedroom attic apartment positioned to capture coastal views, and a self-contained studio. The 794sqm plot includes 100sqm of terrace space and one enclosed private garage. All three units require renovation, allowing you to configure the interiors to modern standards whilst maintaining the flexibility of separate accommodation. Access to a communal swimming pool is included, with scope to install a private pool subject to permissions and feasibility assessment.
El Faro sits between Fuengirola and Marbella, with the property located 800 metres from Playa El Faro beach. The area connects to the A7 coastal road, placing Fuengirola town centre 4km to the east and the restaurants and shops of La Cala de Mijas 3km to the west. The part-furnished sale includes one parking space within the gated garage area.
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Features
What this home includes
- Mountain view
- Panoramic view
- Sea view
- Private garden
- Solarium
- Fitted kitchen
- Storage room
- Utility room
- Garage
- Fibre internet
- Close to golf
- Close to the sea
- Near public transport
- Urbanisation
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Villa
- Subtype
- Detached villa
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Built area
- 298 m²
- Terrace
- 100 m²
- Plot size
- 794 m²
- Parking spaces
- 1
- Pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- South East
- Area
- El Faro
- City
- Mijas
- 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.
