This finca-cortijo is situated in the La Mojonera area near Iznate, an inland municipality in the Axarquía region of Málaga province, approximately 45 km from Málaga city. The property comprises a 64 m² rustic dwelling with two bedrooms and one bathroom, set on a levelled plot of 3,274 m². The house was completed in 1997 and is offered fully furnished, with a private pool, fireplace, air conditioning and a covered patio. Sea and mountain views are present from the site. A private well supplies water, there is no town water connection, and mains electricity is connected. The asking price is €185,000.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property lies inland from the coast, roughly 6.5–7 km in a straight line from the beaches of Valle Niza and Benajarafe, and about 12 km from Vélez-Málaga. The setting is rural, surrounded by agricultural land characteristic of the Axarquía's avocado and Muscat grape cultivation. The nearest pharmacy is 66 m away; the closest supermarket is 4.9 km. Málaga airport lies approximately 30 km away by road. A car is necessary for all daily travel.
The dwelling is compact at 64 m², arranged with two bedrooms separated by the bathroom. The living room contains a stone fireplace, and air conditioning provides cooling in summer. A covered patio offers shaded outdoor space downstairs, and solid metal stairs lead to a roof terrace with scope for renovation. The flat 3,274 m² plot is low-maintenance around the house, with the remainder open to personal use. A private pool and storage room are included, as is all furniture.
This is not a new-build project. The house was completed in 1997 and is offered in ready-to-move-in condition according to the listing data. The condition is recorded as good. The roof terrace area is presented as a renovation or decoration opportunity rather than finished space. Delivery is immediate upon completion of purchase, subject to standard legal processes. No further construction phases or developer warranties apply.
The property has no town water connection; water is supplied by a private well and a septic tank (poso negro) handles drainage. Water is heated by gas. The dwelling has one bathroom and a total living area of 64 m², which limits capacity for larger households. There is no mention of central heating, and heating in winter relies on the fireplace. Public transport access exists in the wider municipality but the location requires a car for daily errands. No energy certificate data is supplied.
Ref: VL443290
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property suits buyers seeking an inland rural base within commuting distance of the coast, at a price point below most coastal stock. Recognisable situations include: a couple or single buyer wanting a low-cost permanent or part-time residence in the Axarquía countryside, for whom 64 m² and one bathroom are sufficient; buyers specifically seeking land, the 3,274 m² flat plot allows gardening, fruit trees or animal keeping; and those who value independence, since the private well and septic tank reduce reliance on municipal connections, provided the buyer accepts responsibility for their maintenance. The property also fits buyers who prioritise outdoor living: the pool, covered patio and roof terrace, combined with the regional climate, make exterior space the primary living area for much of the year. Conversely, the property is less suited to buyers needing multiple bathrooms, proximity to walkable shops and restaurants, or turn-key energy efficiency documentation. Families with school-age children should verify school transport, as daily travel to Vélez-Málaga or the coast would be required. Buyers intending rental income should note the inland location limits tourist demand compared with beachfront stock. Experience with rural utilities, well water management, septic tank emptying, gas water heating, is a practical prerequisite. A car is non-negotiable; the nearest supermarket is nearly 5 km away.
The house is described as rustic in style, consistent with its 1997 construction date and its position in the Axarquía countryside. Interior finishes visible in the available imagery include whitewashed walls, a stone fireplace in the living room and a fitted kitchen. The dwelling is fully furnished and the kitchen fully fitted, meaning the sale transfers an immediately usable home rather than a shell. Climate control combines a fireplace for winter heating with air conditioning for summer cooling, a common and practical pairing in inland Andalusia, where July and August temperatures exceed coastal levels while winter nights can be cold at 134 m elevation. The bathroom is centrally positioned between the two bedrooms, a functional layout for the compact footprint. Technical infrastructure is characteristic of rural fincas rather than urban housing: water comes from a private well rather than mains supply, wastewater goes to a septic tank (poso negro), and hot water is produced by gas. Buyers should factor maintenance of these systems into running costs. The plot is levelled, which simplifies both garden work and accessibility around the house. Exterior elements include a covered patio, a pergola by the pool, a private terrace and a storage room. Solid metal stairs give roof access, where the listing identifies renovation potential, this area should be treated as unfinished rather than usable living space until assessed. Overall, the property presents as a maintained rural dwelling of its era, not a refurbished modern home; a technical survey would clarify the condition of the roof, septic system, well yield and electrical installation.
The asking price is €185,000 for the complete property: the 64 m² house, the 3,274 m² plot, the private pool and all furniture included in the sale. At this price the dwelling itself is valued at roughly €2,890 per m² of built area, though rural finca pricing weighs the land, water rights and views as much as the building. Comparable new-build apartments on the coast, such as Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950 or Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, differ in type and location, making direct comparison limited. Availability is immediate, as the property is completed and occupied-ready.
Daily life at this finca follows a rural inland rhythm. The property sits in open countryside outside Iznate, a small municipality of roughly 656 inhabitants in the Axarquía, where agriculture, historically Muscat grapes and increasingly avocados, shapes the landscape. Mornings are typically quiet, with views extending over cultivated slopes towards the sea roughly 6.5 km away. The south-east orientation means the covered patio receives sun through the first part of the day while remaining usable in shade during the hotter hours. Practical routines revolve around the car: the nearest supermarket is 4.9 km away, a hospital approximately 6.8 km, and the coastal towns of Valle Niza and Benajarafe reachable in about 15 minutes by road for beaches, restaurants and wider services. The pharmacy 66 m from the property is an unusually close convenience for a rural setting. The village of Iznate itself, about 12 km from Vélez-Málaga, offers basic amenities and a café within a 2 km radius of the property. The house functions as a compact base: two bedrooms, a single bathroom, a fireplace for winter evenings and air conditioning for summer. Outside, the pool and pergola area serve as the main daytime living space for much of the year given the region's approximately 3,894 annual sunshine hours. The flat plot reduces upkeep, and the storage room accommodates garden equipment. Occupancy is year-round viable, though winter comfort depends partly on the fireplace, and water use is governed by the private well rather than an unlimited mains supply.
The setting is agricultural countryside in La Mojonera, outside the village of Iznate. With 656 inhabitants, Iznate is among the smaller municipalities of the Axarquía; its landscape of avocado groves, olive trees and vineyards defines the immediate viewshed. The nearest registered amenity within 2 km is a single café; daily provisioning requires the 4.9 km drive to a supermarket, with the hospital 6.8 km away, realistically a 10–15 minute drive to the health facilities of the coastal belt. The coast at Valle Niza and Benajarafe, reachable in roughly 15 minutes by car, expands the range of services, chiringuitos and seaside routine. Vélez-Málaga, the commercial hub of the eastern Costa del Sol, lies about 12 km away. Málaga city and airport are both within a 40–50 minute drive. Public transport exists, 12 lines and 21 stops are registered in the area, but frequency on rural routes typically does not support daily life without a car. The environment is quiet year-round, without the seasonal population swings of resort towns. Sport facilities number four locally, and the nearest EV charging point is a Tesla Supercharger in Torre del Mar, 8.2 km away, relevant for electric vehicle owners, as charging at the property would require a private installation.
The map shows the property's position inland from the eastern Costa del Sol: the coastline at Valle Niza and Benajarafe to the south-east, Iznate village to the north, and the road network connecting towards Vélez-Málaga and, further west, Málaga and its airport. Note that distances cited are straight-line; road routes to the coast and airport take longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Iznate occupies an inland position in the Axarquía comarca, roughly 12 km from Vélez-Málaga and 45 km from Málaga. The municipality sits on the Ruta del Sol and Ruta del Aguacate, reflecting its agricultural base of avocados and Muscat grapes. Within the regional hierarchy, the property functions as a countryside retreat with coastal access: beaches in 15 minutes, the commercial centre of Vélez-Málaga nearby, and the cultural weight of Málaga (579,000 inhabitants) and Granada (233,000) both reachable for day trips.
Straight-line distances place the property 6.5–6.9 km from the beaches of Valle Nizi and Benajarafe, approximately 15 minutes by road. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is 30–33 km away, a drive of roughly 40 minutes. Málaga city centre is 22 km distant, Vélez-Málaga about 12 km. Golf options are all westward: Club de Golf Málaga Parador at 28 km, and the Miguel Ángel Jiménez and Guadalhorce courses at 31 km. The Supercharger at Torre del Mar, 8.2 km away, is the nearest public charging point. Day-to-day, the pharmacy at 66 m and the café within 2 km are the only walkable provisions; everything else requires driving.
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 33 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 128 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The site sits at approximately 134–165 m above sea level on level terrain, unusual for the Axarquía, where many rural properties occupy sloping olive terraces. The regional climate records around 3,894 sunshine hours per year and a mean annual temperature of 17.8 °C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20 °C or above, runs approximately four months; a private pool on the plot extends usable swimming well beyond that window. Inland positions at this elevation experience greater temperature range than the coast: hotter summer afternoons and cooler winter nights, for which the fireplace and air conditioning respectively compensate. The surrounding countryside offers direct access to walking and agricultural land, with forest noted among the setting features.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The nearest beaches, Playa Valle de Niza and Playa de Benajarafe, lie 6.5 to 6.9 km away on the Mediterranean coast, both within a short drive. These are the quieter eastern Costa del Sol beaches, typically less crowded than those of central Málaga or Marbella, though specific Blue Flag status should be verified for the current year. Recreational golf is concentrated 28–31 km west towards Málaga, with three courses in that range. Locally, four sport facilities are registered in the area, and the rural setting itself supports hiking and cycling on agricultural tracks. The property's private pool provides on-site recreation, with the pergola and covered patio forming the outdoor living core.
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Source: OpenStreetMap, CSD
Iznate is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, part of the autonomous community of Andalusia in southern Spain. It is located in the comarca of La Axarquía. The municipality is situated approximately 12 kilometers from Vélez-Málaga and 45 km from the provincial capital Málaga. The Iznate river passes through Iznate.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.0°C | 42 mm |
| February | 12.0°C | 35 mm |
| March | 13.4°C | 115 mm |
| April | 15.3°C | 58 mm |
| May | 18.8°C | 24 mm |
| June | 23.0°C | 9 mm |
| July | 25.7°C | 1 mm |
| August | 25.9°C | 6 mm |
| September | 22.7°C | 31 mm |
| October | 19.0°C | 56 mm |
| November | 14.5°C | 70 mm |
| December | 12.0°C | 59 mm |
Within the eastern Costa del Sol and Axarquía market, this property occupies a distinct segment from coastal new-build stock. The listed comparables, Aquamar in Torre del Mar from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000 and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €269,000, are all apartment developments in urban or coastal settings. A buyer choosing this finca over those projects is trading walkability, developer warranties and modern energy performance for land, privacy and independence: 3,274 m² of flat plot against a shared or modest private outdoor area, and a rural environment against resort infrastructure. Price per m² of built area here (roughly €2,890) is not directly comparable, as finca valuation is driven by land and water resources. Set against other inland Axarquía properties, the distinguishing features are the levelled plot, much of the comarca's rural stock sits on sloping terraces requiring more maintenance, and the unusually close pharmacy at 66 m. The 1997 construction is younger than many fincas in the segment, and the inclusion of all furniture reduces initial outlay. The trade-offs are equally concrete: one bathroom and 64 m² of living space restrict household size; well-and-septic utilities shift water security and maintenance responsibility to the owner; and daily life is car-dependent, with the supermarket nearly 5 km away. For buyers specifically seeking the inland Axarquía lifestyle, agricultural surroundings, quiet, sea views from elevation, this property presents a lower entry price than any of the coastal comparables, at the cost of convenience. Buyers comparing inland options should verify well yield, especially given Andalusia's recurring drought conditions, and obtain a legal check on the well's registration.
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