This detached villa stands in the residential urbanisation of Cerros del Aguila, between Mijas and Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol. Built in 1991 and offered key-ready, the property provides 224 m² of living space on a 754 m² plot, with five bedrooms and three bathrooms across the main house and a separate guest apartment. The asking price is fixed at €995,000. The villa sits on one level, has a private pool, covered and open terraces, and combines sea views with mountain and countryside outlooks towards the Mediterranean coast.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Cerros del Aguila is a hillside urbanisation in the municipality of Mijas, roughly 3.2 km from the nearest beaches as the crow flies. The setting is residential and green, with three golf courses within about 2.3 km and the town of Fuengirola reachable via train stations at 3.3 km straight-line distance. Málaga lies 30 km away; Marbella 20 km.
The house offers single-level living in the main villa, with a guest apartment under the building that includes its own kitchen, living area, bedroom and bathroom. A private pool, several terraces, air conditioning, a wood-burning stove, underfloor heating in the bathrooms and parking inside the gate cover the practical requirements of a permanent or seasonal household.
This is not a new-build project. The villa was completed in 1991 and is described as being in good condition, with a key-ready status that allows immediate occupation. The kitchen has been replaced more recently. Any modernisation needs beyond that would need to be assessed through a structural and technical survey before purchase.
The property does not offer a communal pool or communal gardens; outdoor space is limited to the private plot. The villa dates from 1991, so construction standards, insulation and installation techniques predate current building regulations. There is one carport and space inside the gate, not an enclosed garage. No lift is present; the guest apartment is reached via a separate entrance below the main floor.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A retired or semi-retired couple moving permanently to the Costa del Sol may value the single-level main house, the moderate climate with an annual average of 18.6°C and the proximity of healthcare, with three health centres in the area and hospitals reachable via Málaga and Fuengirola. A family with children has five bedrooms and three bathrooms at its disposal, along with fifteen primary schools and ten secondary schools within the wider catchment. The guest apartment can serve as a teenager's wing, a study or accommodation for visiting grandparents. Owners of a second home who want rental or guest flexibility benefit from the self-contained lower unit with its own entrance, allowing visitors or tenants to stay independently. Households with a car will find the location practical: the beach is 3.2 km away as the crow flies, Fuengirola's train station 3.3 km, and Málaga-Costa del Sol airport approximately 21 km straight-line. Golfers are within 1.1 km of Cerrado del Águila Golf and 1.7 km of Campo Los Lagos. The house suits buyers who accept a 1991 construction with a documented good condition and want established gardens and space rather than a new-built apartment. It fits less well for buyers seeking a lock-up-and-go flat with communal services, or those wanting to walk to the beach in minutes without a car.
The villa was built in 1991 and is presented in good condition. The interior photographs show a spacious living room with views over the mountains, a dining room opening to a balcony, and two bathrooms finished in contrasting styles: one with a bathtub, toilet, mirror and planting, the other with a modern marble-look floor and a walk-in shower. This mix suggests that the bathrooms have been updated at different stages, with the more recent one meeting contemporary expectations. The kitchen is described as quite new and includes a dining area. Practical storage is provided through fitted wardrobes in the bedrooms. Climate control is layered: air conditioning for summer, a wood-burning stove in the living room for cooler winter evenings, and underfloor heating in the bathrooms, a combination that covers comfort across the seasons at moderate running cost. The outdoor spaces include covered terraces, some glazed, and open terraces, extending the usable living area for much of the year. Windows and orientation across south, south-east and south-west aspects support natural light and passive warmth in winter. WiFi and a gym are present, and the property includes a carport plus parking inside the gate. Buyers should note that a 1991 building predates the current technical building code. A technical survey is the standard step to verify electrical installations, plumbing, roof condition and insulation. The guest apartment beneath the main floor, with its separate entrance, appears to be an integrated part of the construction, but its legal status within the registered build should be confirmed through the notary process.
The villa is offered at a fixed asking price of €995,000. Unlike new-build developments in the region that advertise from-prices, this is an existing, completed home and the price applies to the property as it stands. At this level, the buyer acquires 224 m² of built living space, a 754 m² plot, a private pool, a guest apartment and parking on site. For comparison, new-build apartments in the wider province start from roughly €205,000 in Mijas and €321,000 in Estepona, which places this villa in a different segment of the market: it competes on land, space and view rather than on new construction. Availability is immediate given the key-ready status.
Daily life in this villa revolves around the plot itself: a 754 m² garden with a private pool, multiple terraces and views that stretch from the mountains to the Mediterranean. The main house is arranged on one level, with a living room featuring a wood-burning stove, a kitchen with dining area, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Under the main floor, a self-contained guest apartment adds flexibility: it has its own entrance, a kitchen with living room, a sleeping area, a separate bedroom and a bathroom, plus a large terrace by the pool. This layout suits households that receive family and friends regularly, or owners who want independent space for guests, an au pair or rental potential within their own property. The rhythm of the area is quiet and residential. Cerros del Aguila sits on the lower slopes above Mijas and Fuengirola, surrounded by greenery and golf courses rather than nightlife. Within two kilometres there are ten restaurants, four pharmacies, three banks and two cafés, which covers most daily needs without driving into town. For larger shopping, the coastal towns are a short car journey away. The urbanisation's elevated position at 45 metres above sea level provides panoramic views, while the gradient towards the beach is flat at about 1.3%, meaning there is no steep climb between the house and the coast. The orientation of the house spans south, south-east and south-west aspects, giving sun exposure across different parts of the day. Mornings can be spent on an east-facing terrace, afternoons by the pool and evenings on the west side as the sun sets over the mountains. The gym listed among the facilities allows exercise at home, and a padel club lies under one kilometre away for those who play.
The immediate surroundings are those of a consolidated residential urbanisation. Within two kilometres, daily amenities are well represented: ten restaurants, four pharmacies, three banks and two cafés, so a morning coffee or a pharmacy run does not require a trip into town. Healthcare is covered by three health centres in the area. Sports facilities are notably close. Club de Pádel Cerrado del Águila lies 0.9 km away as the crow flies, Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas 2.2 km and Karting Experience 2.6 km. Golfers can choose between Cerrado del Águila Golf at 1.1 km, Campo Los Lagos at 1.7 km and Campo Los Olivos at 2.3 km, three courses within a short radius, which is a defining characteristic of this part of Mijas. The beach at Playa del Castillo is 3.2 km away in a straight line, with Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral at the same distance. Fuengirola's marina lies 3.9 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km. Public transport is available through eight lines and fifty stops, and the railway stations of Fuengirola (3.3 km), Los Boliches (4.6 km) and Torreblanca (5.8 km) connect the area to the coastal line towards Málaga. Still, most residents will use a car for shopping and beach visits.
The map shows the villa's position on the lower slopes between Mijas and Fuengirola, with the Mediterranean to the south-east and the Mijas mountains behind. Beaches at 3.2 km, golf courses within 1.1 to 2.3 km and Fuengirola's station and marina are all marked, giving a picture of daily distances in the area.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Cerros del Aguila occupies a middle position on the Costa del Sol: 20 km from Marbella, 30 km from Málaga city and just above Fuengirola. This places the villa within reach of both the upscale western coast and the provincial capital with its airport, museums and high-speed rail. The area records 2,169 housing transactions per year, indicating an active resale market, and tourism infrastructure with 29 hotels and over 9,300 beds keeps demand for the region stable year-round. The position between golf courses and coast is characteristic of central Costa del Sol residential living.
Accessibility is one of the stronger points of this location. Málaga-Costa del Sol airport lies approximately 21 km away as the crow flies, which typically means a drive of around half an hour, practical for frequent international travel. Gibraltar airport is 75 km away as an alternative for certain routes. Regional towns frame the position: Fuengirola with its train station and marina is closest, Marbella lies 20 km to the west and Málaga city 30 km to the east. The nearest beaches are 3.2 km in a straight line; actual road distance is somewhat longer. The terrain towards the coast is flat, with a gradient of about 1.3%, so there is no steep hill between the urbanisation and the sea. For electric vehicle owners, the Fuengirola Supercharger stands 7.7 km away. Within the urbanisation itself, eight public transport lines and fifty stops provide a basic service, though a car remains the most convenient mode for most journeys.
| 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 classic Costa del Sol profile: average monthly temperatures range 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, roughly from late spring to early autumn. For residents, this means outdoor living on the terraces and by the pool from April to October, and mild winters where the wood-burning stove and air conditioning handle the cooler evenings. The villa stands at 45 metres above sea level on the lower slopes of the Mijas mountains. This elevation is sufficient to open panoramic views over the coast and sea without creating a difficult climb. The surrounding landscape mixes garden suburbs, golf courses and mountain backdrop, with viewpoints such as La Cala de Mijas 3.6 km away for coastal walks. Sun exposure across the south-east to south-west orientation supports both morning and evening use of the terraces.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie at 3.2 km straight-line distance: Playa del Castillo, Playa Mati and Playa El Chaparral. These are the sandy stretches at the Fuengirola, La Cala end of the coast, reachable in a few minutes by car. For boat owners or maritime leisure, Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola is 3.9 km away and Puerto Cabopino 9.1 km, the latter a well-known smaller marina near Marbella. Recreation inland is dominated by golf: three courses, Cerrado del Águila, Los Lagos and Los Olivos, sit within 2.3 km of the house, making this one of the denser golf clusters on the coast. Padel players have a club at 0.9 km, and a public swimming pool, Piscina Bellavista, lies 2.8 km away. The Ciudad Deportiva Las Lagunas (2.2 km) offers broader municipal sports facilities. Karting Experience at 2.6 km provides an option for families with children. The viewpoint at La Cala de Mijas (3.6 km) marks the start of coastal walking routes.
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: VL901401
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within its segment, this villa competes with resale detached properties in the Mijas, Fuengirola corridor rather than with new-build projects. The comparable developments listed, Aquamar in Torre del Mar (from €269,950), Lantana Residencial in Mijas (from €205,000) and Etherna Homes 2 in Estepona (from €321,000), are apartment-style new builds at substantially lower entry prices. A buyer choosing this villa over those projects is effectively choosing land, privacy and space over new construction and communal facilities. At €995,000, the price reflects the characteristics of the plot: 754 m² of private land, a pool, a guest apartment and views over sea, mountains and countryside. New-build apartments in the region at similar total cost would typically be smaller in square metres and located in denser developments. Conversely, buyers prioritising modern energy performance, lifts, sealed glazing and developer guarantees may find the 1991 construction a reason to negotiate or to budget for renovation. Positionally, Cerros del Aguila sits closer to golf and slightly further from the beach than coastal developments in Fuengirola itself, but its elevated, green setting distinguishes it from the built-up seafront. The proximity of three golf courses and a padel club within about two kilometres is a genuine differentiator in the regional market. The active local market, 2,169 transactions per year, and the area's tourism base of 29 hotels suggest steady liquidity for resale properties in this zone. Buyers comparing with Marbella, 20 km west, will find prices here lower for equivalent plot sizes, while Fuengirola's services and station remain within a short drive.
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