Apartments for Sale in El Faro
El Faro is in Mijas.
El Faro is in Mijas.
12 apartments for sale in El FaroMedian €4,247/sqmUpdated daily · Last sync 11 Nov 2026
Explore the El Faro area guide.
Apartments for sale in El Faro occupy low and mid-rise blocks set on slopes between the coastal N-340 and the A-7 motorway, inland from Fuengirola.
Most flats here suit buyers seeking good motorway access and functional layouts at lower entry points than the beachfront zones to the south.
The majority of blocks cluster along the streets that run parallel to the main coast road, with older walk-up buildings closer to the N-340 and newer developments with lifts and underground parking positioned further uphill. Flat types range from one-bedroom units through to three-bedroom layouts, many with south or southwest orientation and open views across the valley or toward the Mediterranean. Communal pools and gardens are standard. Ground-floor apartments often include small terraces, while upper floors gain larger balconies and longer sight lines. Buyers wanting a detached home with garden space will find villas on the residential streets above El Faro and in the hills beyond the motorway.
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Most apartment buildings in El Faro are modern low-rise complexes of three to five storeys, built from the early 2000s onwards. Developments are spread across the hillside with landscaped grounds, communal pools, and parking included as standard. Architecture tends towards contemporary Mediterranean styling with private terraces and open-plan interiors.
The higher streets closest to the ridge above Avenida del Caribe provide the most expansive sea views, with top-floor and penthouse units enjoying unobstructed sightlines across the coast. Lower developments closer to the coast road still offer partial sea glimpses, but taller buildings or vegetation may interrupt the view depending on the plot orientation.
El Faro is a car-friendly neighbourhood rather than a pedestrian village. While supermarkets, cafés, and a few services are reachable on foot along Avenida del Caribe, the hillside terrain and layout mean most residents drive for larger shopping trips, beach visits beyond Playa Malapesquera, and evening outings in Fuengirola or Benalmádena Costa.
Buyers seeking peace, communal amenities, and coastal views without the density and noise of beachfront living tend to favour El Faro. Retirees, remote professionals, and families who value outdoor space and manageable maintenance fit well here. Those who prefer walking to nightlife, marina restaurants, or daily services without a car should consider Benalmádena Costa or Arroyo de la Miel instead.
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Map shows the approximate El Faro area, Costa del Sol.
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