Properties for Sale in Comares
Comares is on the Costa del Sol.
Comares is on the Costa del Sol.
13 properties for sale in ComaresAvg €1,566/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 26 Oct 2026
Explore the Comares area guide.
Comares is a traditional whitewashed village perched high in the Axarquía mountains, east of Málaga, known for its dramatic hilltop setting and views across the surrounding valleys to the Mediterranean.
Properties for sale in Comares reflect the character of this mountain pueblo. Village homes are typically two or three storey townhouses built from stone and whitewash, many with original features like wooden beams, terracotta floors, and small interior patios. Outside the village centre you will find detached cortijos and fincas on hillside plots, often with terraced land once used for almond or olive cultivation. Some rural homes have been renovated to a high standard while others are offered as renovation projects suited to buyers willing to restore them. The winding access roads are narrow in places, and some rural properties rely on track access that requires a suitable vehicle. The village sits at around 700 metres altitude, which brings cooler temperatures than the coast and occasional winter frost. Comares has a small resident population with a supermarket, bakery, bars, and a health centre. The nearest larger town is Viñuela, about twenty minutes by car, where you will find additional shops and services. The coast at Torre del Mar is roughly forty minutes away, and Málaga city and airport are an hour's drive. Life in Comares suits buyers looking for a quiet, rural mountain setting with an authentic Spanish village atmosphere. The pace is slow, the community is small, and the surrounding landscape is unspoilt. Many foreign buyers are retirees or those seeking a second home away from busier coastal areas. You will need a car for daily life, as public transport is limited. The village draws walkers and those interested in traditional Andalusian architecture, but it remains off the main tourist trail. Buyers should be comfortable with the practicalities of mountain living, including steep streets, occasional power or water interruptions in rural areas, and the need to travel for most services. The remoteness and tranquillity are the main appeal, and the village has retained much of its original character without significant modern development.
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Comares sits at around 700 metres altitude, so temperatures are noticeably cooler than coastal areas, especially in winter when frost can occur. Summers are warm but more comfortable than the coast. The mountain setting brings more rainfall and occasional mist, particularly in the cooler months.
When buying a resale property in Comares you pay Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales, a transfer tax that ranges from 8 to 10 per cent of the purchase price in Andalucía depending on the property value. Newly built homes are subject to VAT at 10 per cent plus a stamp duty of 1.5 per cent instead.