A four-bedroom detached villa of 489 m² on a 583 m² plot in the residential urbanisation of Cerros del Aguila, in the Mijas municipality of the Costa del Sol. Built in 1981 and offered key-ready, the property is arranged across two levels, each with its own living space, and includes a private pool, garage and driveway. The asking price is fixed at €895,000. The nearest beach at La Cala de Mijas lies approximately 3.2 km away as the crow flies, and Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is roughly 21 km in a direct line.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Cerros del Aguila is an established residential urbanisation between Fuengirola and Mijas, roughly 3.2 km from the coast as the crow flies. The area sits at about 45 m above sea level on flat terrain, with three golf courses within 2.3 km. Fuengirola train station is 3.3 km away in a straight line, and Málaga and Marbella lie 30 km and 20 km distant respectively.
The villa offers four bedrooms and four bathrooms across two independent levels, which the layout supports for use by two households or for letting one floor. A private pool, covered terrace, wrap-around upper terrace, garage, storage room and gym are included. Panoramic, sea, mountain and country views are present according to the listing data.
This is an existing property, not a new-build development. Construction was completed in 1981 and the condition is recorded as fair, which implies that renovation or updating work may be required. The home is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current state without a waiting period for completion.
The property does not form part of a new-build project and carries no developer guarantees. The recorded condition is fair rather than good or excellent. The plot of 583 m² is modest relative to the built area of 489 m², limiting garden space. No private spa, underfloor heating or home automation is listed in the available features.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A family needing four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with the option of housing a second family or visiting relatives on a separate level, will find the two-level layout directly relevant. The independent upper floor with its own kitchen also suits owners who want to let part of the property, either seasonally or year-round, to offset running costs. Buyers seeking an established residential environment rather than a tourist-heavy zone may value the urbanisation's year-round character, its communal facilities and the presence of everyday amenities within 2 km. Golf players are well served: three courses within 2.3 km straight-line distance is a density few locations on the coast match. The villa is less obvious for buyers wanting a modern, energy-efficient new-build with contemporary finishing, given its 1981 construction and fair recorded condition. Those who prefer walking distance to the beach will note the 3.2 km straight-line distance, which in practice means a drive of several minutes. Buyers without a car should consider that public transport exists but is geared towards the wider Fuengirola, Mijas corridor rather than door-to-door convenience. Finally, the property suits hands-on owners prepared to invest in renovation over time, in exchange for a large built volume, views and a private pool at a per-square-metre price well below new-build levels in the same region.
The villa dates from 1981 and is recorded in fair condition. In practical terms this means the structure is complete and habitable, but interiors, installations and finishes should be assessed individually during a viewing, as four decades of use typically leave traces in kitchens, bathrooms, wiring and glazing unless parts have been renewed. The listing does not specify which elements have been updated. What the feature list does confirm: air conditioning is present, plus a fireplace for the cooler months. Fitted wardrobes are installed in the bedrooms. The lower level's patio doors are fitted with electric shutters, a convenience that also supports shading and insulation of the living spaces. The upper level has a large wrap-around terrace, and a covered terrace provides outdoor space usable outside the summer season. The kitchen shown in the photographs has wooden cabinetry, and the bathroom shown appears modern with a mirror and wall-hung toilet, suggesting at least partial renewal in wet areas. A storage room, a garage and a driveway are present, and a gym is listed among the features. On the urbanisation level, communal facilities include the large pool, children's pool, park, tennis courts and gardens. Buyers should treat the fair-condition label as an instruction to inspect rather than a red flag: the asking price and the per-square-metre figure leave room for renovation within a total budget that would still undercut new-build alternatives. A technical survey is the standard instrument for establishing the actual state of the roof, damp proofing, electrics and plumbing before purchase.
The villa is offered as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €895,000, not as part of a price list with a 'from' price. At 489 m² of built area, this equates to roughly €1,830 per m², although the 1981 construction date and fair condition should be weighed against that figure, as renovation costs may arise after purchase. Availability is immediate in principle, since the property is key-ready; the actual transfer date depends on the standard Spanish purchase process and any negotiations about the current state of the home. Buyers should budget separately for purchase costs, including transfer tax, notary and registry fees.
Cerros del Aguila functions as a year-round residential urbanisation rather than a seasonal resort. Daily life here revolves around the urbanisation's own facilities, a large communal pool, a children's pool, a park area with tennis courts, a restaurant, two bars and a small shop, supplemented by the wider offer of Fuengirola and La Cala de Mijas within a short drive. Within 2 km of the property there are ten restaurants, four pharmacies, three banks and two cafés, which covers basic daily needs without leaving the immediate area. The villa itself is configured around a two-level structure. The lower level holds three bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, a master bedroom and a living room, with patio doors fitted with electric shutters opening onto the pool terrace. The upper level is self-contained, with a living room, kitchen, an en-suite bedroom, a separate toilet and a wrap-around terrace oriented towards the panoramic views. This separation allows two households to share the property with a degree of independence, or one level to be rented out. The rhythm of the area is quiet and residential. Mornings can be spent on the terrace with mountain and country views, afternoons at the private pool, and evenings at the communal restaurant overlooking the pool area. Golf is a recurring element of local life: Cerrado del Aguila Golf lies 1.1 km away as the crow flies, with two further courses, Los Lagos and Los Olivos, within 2.3 km. The nearby padel club at 0.9 km adds another sporting option. A car is the practical mode of transport here. The beach, the train station and the larger shopping facilities all require a drive, although eight public transport lines with 50 stops in the wider area provide a basic alternative for those who prefer not to drive daily.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with practical accessibility. Cerros del Aguila sits inland of the coastal strip, about 3.2 km from Playa del Castillo and the beaches of La Cala de Mijas as the crow flies, a drive of a few minutes by car. Fuengirola's marina and town centre lie roughly 3.9 km away in a straight line, offering the full range of urban services: shopping, healthcare, schools and nightlife. Málaga, at 30 km, and Marbella, at 20 km, frame the wider region. Everyday provision within 2 km of the villa includes ten restaurants, four pharmacies, three banks and two cafés. The urbanisation itself adds a restaurant, two bars and a shop, meaning basic groceries and a meal out do not require a car. Healthcare is available at three health centres in the area, and education at fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools, which matters for permanent residence rather than holiday use. Transport-wise, Fuengirola train station is 3.3 km away in a direct line, on the Cercanías line that runs along the coast to Málaga and the airport. Eight bus lines with 50 stops serve the wider area. For electric vehicle owners, the Fuengirola Supercharger lies 7.7 km away as the crow flies. Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport is approximately 21 km in a straight line, making flight connections reachable within a short drive; Gibraltar Airport is an alternative at about 75 km.
The map shows the villa's position in the Cerros del Águila urbanisation, inland of the Mijas coast between Fuengirola and La Cala de Mijas. Distances shown are straight-line; road distances and travel times are longer. The three nearby golf courses, the beaches at 3.2 km and the transport links towards Málaga are visible in the wider view.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cerros del Águila occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol: closer to Fuengirola than to Marbella, with Málaga and its airport half an hour's drive to the east. Marbella lies 20 km to the west in a direct line, Gibraltar 75 km, placing the property within range of both international airports. The local market shows solid activity, with 2,169 housing transactions per year recorded in the wider area, and a tourism base of 29 hotels and 9,381 beds underpinning rental demand in the seasonal letting market.
Distances below are straight-line; actual road distances and travel times are longer. Beaches: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral all lie 3.2 km away. Marinas: Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola at 3.9 km, Puerto Cabopino at 9.1 km. Golf: Cerrado del Aguila Golf at 1.1 km, Los Lagos at 1.7 km, Los Olivos at 2.3 km. Sports: Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila at 0.9 km, Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas at 2.2 km, and a karting track at 2.6 km. Airports: Málaga (AGP) at roughly 21 km, Gibraltar (GIB) at roughly 75 km. A car is the practical base for life here, with a garage and driveway on the property itself. Public transport exists as a supplement: eight lines and fifty stops serve the area, and the railway stations of Fuengirola (3.3 km), Los Boliches (4.6 km) and Torreblanca (5.8 km) connect towards Málaga. The terrain towards the beach is flat, with an average gradient of 1.3%, which favours cycling as an additional option.
| Beach Distance | 3.2 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 21 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 75 km |
| Fuengirola | 3.3 km |
| Los Boliches | 4.6 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data points to a typical Costa del Sol profile: average monthly temperatures ranging from 14°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, with an annual average of 18.6°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts about five months, from roughly late May to early October. The fireplace listed among the features covers the cooler winter evenings, when temperatures dip but frost is rare at this latitude. The villa stands at approximately 45 m above sea level, elevated enough to look out over the coastal plain towards the sea while remaining well below the mountain villages behind Mijas. The gradient towards the beach averages 1.3%, meaning the terrain between the urbanisation and the coast is essentially flat, no steep climbs on daily routes. The mountain and country views recorded in the listing follow from this intermediate position between the Sierra de Mijas and the sea.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie at equal straight-line distance of 3.2 km: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. Playa El Chaparral in particular is known for its dune-backed character at the La Cala end of the coast. All are a few minutes' drive from the villa; the flat gradient makes cycling to the coast a realistic alternative. Golf dominates the recreational offer. Cerrado del Águila Golf, a nine-hole course, is 1.1 km away as the crow flies, effectively on the doorstep. Mijas Golf's two eighteen-hole courses, Los Lagos and Los Olivos, lie at 1.7 km and 2.3 km respectively. Padel is available at 0.9 km, municipal sports facilities at 2.2 km in Las Lagunas, and karting at 2.6 km. For days out, the marinas of Fuengirola (3.9 km) and Cabopino (9.1 km) offer mooring, dining and people-watching, while the viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.6 km) gives an elevated view over the coastline. Within the urbanisation, the communal pool, children's pool, park and tennis courts provide recreation without leaving home.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3°C | 48 mm |
| February | 14.4°C | 49 mm |
| March | 15.7°C | 86 mm |
| April | 17.5°C | 49 mm |
| May | 19.8°C | 14 mm |
| June | 22.6°C | 0 mm |
| July | 24.8°C | 0 mm |
| August | 25.8°C | 3 mm |
| September | 23.5°C | 21 mm |
| October | 20.6°C | 64 mm |
| November | 16.9°C | 106 mm |
| December | 14.8°C | 77 mm |
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Ref: VL905040
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within its segment, this villa competes on volume, views and land rather than on new-build specification. The comparable new-build projects currently on the market in the wider region operate in a different price bracket: Aquamar in Torre del Mar starts from €269,950, Lantana Residencial in Mijas from €205,000, and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona from €321,000. Those are apartment-style developments, so the comparison is instructive rather than direct: at €895,000 for 489 m², this villa works out at roughly €1,830 per m², while new-build apartments on the Costa del Sol commonly trade between €3,000 and €4,000 per m². The trade-off is age and condition against space and autonomy. Location-wise, Cerros del Águila sits in the central Costa del Sol between Fuengirola and Mijas, an area with dense golf provision and established year-round communities. Compared with Torre del Mar further east, it is closer to Málaga airport and to Marbella (20 km straight-line). Compared with Estepona, it is further from Marbella's Golden Mile but better connected by rail, with the Fuengirola Cercanías line at 3.3 km running to the airport and city. For buyers weighing rental yield, the local market offers a tourism base of 29 hotels and 9,381 beds, and annual housing transactions of 2,169 in the area, indicating an active resale market, relevant for exit liquidity. The two-level layout with an independent guest apartment is the property's most distinctive asset in this comparison, as few new-build apartments can replicate the dual-household use case. Buyers prioritising low maintenance, modern insulation and developer warranties will lean towards the new-build alternatives; buyers prioritising space, privacy, views and a private pool will find those in short supply at this price point elsewhere on the coast.
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