Gated community Fincas for Sale in Alhaurin De La Torre

A finca in Alhaurin de la Torre typically sits on a plot of several thousand square metres, often with olive, citrus, or almond trees, room for horses or vegetable gardens, and views across the Guadalhorce valley toward the sierra. Many were built as working farms or weekend retreats and later extended or renovated. The construction varies widely. Some are traditional cortijos with thick walls and terracotta floors, others modern builds designed for full-time residence with underfloor heating, high-speed internet, and energy-efficient windows. You will find both rustic charm and contemporary comfort, sometimes combined within the same property. The setting is quieter than the coast but far from remote. Most fincas lie within a ten-minute drive of the town centre, where you find supermarkets, health clinics, schools, and restaurants. The airport is twenty minutes away, and Málaga's museums and railway station are less than half an hour by car. This combination of land and accessibility draws families, remote workers, retirees with hobbies that need space, and buyers who keep horses or want a pool surrounded by their own trees rather than neighbours. Buying a finca here requires more checks than purchasing an apartment or townhouse. You need to confirm the property is registered on a single plot, verify that any extensions or outbuildings have the correct permissions, and understand water rights if the land relies on a well or shared irrigation channel. Many fincas sit outside urban boundaries, which affects what you can build or modify. A lawyer experienced in rural conveyancing will review the escritura, the nota simple, and any agricultural declarations tied to the land. Ongoing costs reflect the size and features of the property. IBI is higher than for an apartment but still modest compared to northern Europe. If the finca has a pool, mature gardens, or livestock, budget for maintenance, water, and possibly a gardener or caretaker. Rubbish collection may be private rather than municipal. Insurance premiums are higher for detached rural homes. The reward is waking to birdsong, harvesting your own fruit, and enjoying sunsets from a terrace that nobody overlooks.