For sale · Costa del Sol · Mijas
Available1-Bed Apartment in Alhamar, Mijas
Residential complexAlhamarGated community
€229,000€239,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 24 m² built
Price reduced
Ref HT5362936Updated daily · Last sync 27 October 2026
About this property
Overview
One-bedroom apartment with beachfront position in Calahonda, Costa del Sol. The terrace opens directly onto the sand, placing you metres from the Mediterranean shoreline with uninterrupted west-facing views across the water.
Inside, the 24sqm layout combines an open-plan living area with kitchen, one bedroom, and a bathroom. The 6sqm private terrace extends the living space outdoors and catches the afternoon sun. The apartment is fully furnished and ready to occupy, with the kitchen fitted and the living area configured to maximise the compact footprint. Built in 1985, the property remains in good condition throughout. A communal pool serves the building, and the west orientation ensures natural light fills the interior from midday onwards.
The Alhamar complex sits directly on the beachfront in Calahonda, a residential area between Marbella and Fuengirola. Shops, restaurants, and cafés line the streets within a five-minute walk, and the coastal promenade runs past the building entrance. Fuengirola town centre lies 10 kilometres east along the coast road, accessible in under 15 minutes by car. The property's position on the sand makes it a practical rental investment, with year-round demand from holidaymakers seeking immediate beach access. The combination of compact size, furnished interiors, and frontline location supports consistent occupancy rates across all seasons.
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Features
What this home includes
- Beach view
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Furnished
- Beachfront
- Close to the sea
- Frontline beach
- Terrace
Property details
Specifications
- Property type
- Apartment
- Subtype
- Middle floor studio
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Built area
- 24 m²
- Terrace
- 6 m²
- Pool
- Yes
- Gated community
- Yes
- Beachfront
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Orientation
- West
- Complex
- Alhamar
- Area
- Calahonda
- City
- Mijas
- Province
- Málaga
- Coast
- Costa del Sol
Location
Calahonda, Mijas
Residential complexAlhamarMap shows the Alhamar complex location. Exact unit address provided upon request. This property is in CalahondaMijasCosta del Sol.
Playa de Calahonda - Calahonda
1 minwalk
Cabopino golf
7 mindrive
Puerto Cabopino
7 mindrive
English International College
9 mindrive
Colegio de Educación Infantil y Primaria Jardín Botánico
7 mindrive
Mercadona
3 minwalk
Urgencias Hospital Costa del Sol
13 mindrive
Farmacia Los Jarales
3 minwalk
Centro Comercial Las Postas
2 mindrive
Fuengirola
15 mindrive
Málaga Airport (AGP)
41 mindrive
9 questions answered
Buying this apartment in Calahonda
Can foreigners buy property in Calahonda?
Yes. Spain places no restrictions on foreign buyers, EU and non-EU citizens can purchase freely in Calahonda. 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 Calahonda?
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.
