This is a completed semi-detached townhouse in Urb. Alcantara, El Chaparral, in Mijas Costa, Malaga province. The property offers 72 m² of built space with one bedroom and one bathroom, built in 1972 and since fully renovated, and is sold fully furnished with a tourist rental licence. The south and south-west orientation provides sea views from the property and from the private terrace and balcony. The setting is an established urbanisation within a gated community with communal pool and gardens, positioned between La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola, roughly 14 km from Malaga Airport. Shops and a pharmacy are within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The property sits in El Chaparral, a residential district of Mijas Costa, on the coastal strip between La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola. A supermarket lies 239 metres away and a pharmacy 265 metres, giving day-to-day amenities on foot. The nearest beaches are approximately 4.2 to 4.7 km away, and train stations at Carvajal and Fuengirola provide rail connections along the coast.
The house functions as a compact single-level-plus-mezzanine dwelling for one or two occupants, with the documented option to convert the layout into two bedrooms. Outdoor space consists of a covered terrace and a balcony with sea views. Communal facilities include a swimming pool, gardens and parking within the gated complex. Air conditioning, fitted wardrobes, a fully fitted kitchen and WiFi are present.
This is not a new-build project. The house was completed in 1972 and has since been renovated and refurbished throughout; the listing states completion status as ready and delivery as completed. Buyers should treat the 1972 construction date as relevant to structure, building regulations of the era, and community documentation rather than as a recent development.
The property offers one bedroom and one bathroom within 72 m², with the second bedroom remaining a conversion option rather than an existing room. Parking is communal, not private. There is no private garden or private pool. The site sits at 279 metres above sea level with a steep gradient of roughly 6.5% toward the sea, and the nearest beach is over 4 km away, not within the 5-minute walk stated in some marketing materials.
This property matches several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a furnished, turn-key holiday home near the coast, where renovation work is not desired, will find the completed condition and sea views directly relevant. A buyer focused on rental income can weigh the tourist licence against the one-bedroom configuration and the 4 km distance to the beach, which affects positioning in the short-term market. A single person or couple planning permanent or part-time residence in an established urbanisation with year-round neighbours, walking-distance shopping and public transport may find the location practical. The conversion option for a second bedroom suits buyers needing flexibility for guests or a work space, provided the structural feasibility and licensing of the alteration are confirmed. It fits less well where a private pool, private parking or immediate beach access are requirements, or where a large living area is needed, as 72 m² sets clear limits. Buyers prioritising new-build guarantees, modern energy certificates or contemporary insulation standards should note the 1972 origin and verify the technical documentation of the renovation. Finally, buyers with reduced mobility should assess the internal stairs and the steep gradient toward the sea in person, since the topography of El Chaparral makes slope tolerance a practical consideration of daily life here.
The interior has been renovated and refurbished throughout, and the photographic record shows a modernised bathroom, a redecorated living-dining area, updated finishes and new furniture. The kitchen is fully fitted, the bedroom has fitted wardrobes, and air conditioning is installed. These are documented features; the depth of the renovation beyond cosmetic work, for example whether plumbing, electrics, windows or insulation were renewed, is not stated in the data and should be verified through technical due diligence. The 1972 construction date matters for the underlying building fabric: properties of this era typically have solid construction but predate current energy-efficiency standards, so heating costs in the cooler months and the energy certificate rating deserve specific attention. The property forms part of a gated community with communal pool and gardens, meaning the external condition and maintenance regime depend partly on community management; buyers should review community minutes, the building report (ITE) where applicable, and monthly fees. No specific energy label is recorded in the available data, so this should be requested from the seller. In summary, the finish level is documented as move-in ready and furnished, while the structural and technical quality requires standard verification appropriate to a 1970s building that has undergone a recent interior renovation.
The asking price is €299,000 for the completed, furnished 72 m² house, equivalent to roughly €4,150 per built square metre. Within Mijas Costa, listed comparable developments range from €245,000 at Laguna Nova to €378,000 at Greenity, placing this property in the middle of the local range while differing from both in that it is an existing 1972 house rather than new construction. The tourist licence is a documented feature relevant to short-term rental use, subject to regional regulations in force. Buyers should verify community fees, annual property tax and any rental licensing conditions before purchase.
Daily life here is shaped by an elevated position above the coast and a compact, established urbanisation. Mornings can start on the south-facing covered terrace, where the orientation delivers sun for most of the day and the balcony framing sea views across toward Fuengirola Bay. The living-dining area, modern bathroom and bedroom are arranged across roughly 72 m², with stairs and sliding doors visible in the interior layout; the conversion option for a second bedroom would suit households needing an occasional guest room or office. The immediate surroundings are urban with amenities on foot: a supermarket at 239 metres and a pharmacy at 265 metres cover routine needs without a car. Within a two-kilometre radius there are 32 restaurants, several banks and cafes, plus a municipal swimming pool at 1.9 km and sports centres including the Lew Hoad tennis and padel club at 2.4 km. The gradient to the sea is steep at 6.5%, so the walk to the coast involves a sustained climb on the return; most residents would drive the 4.2 km to Playa Torreblanca-Carvajal. The area does not empty in winter: Mijas Costa functions year-round as the main commercial and residential zone adjoining Fuengirola, with 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools in the wider area and two health centres, indicating a settled resident population alongside tourism. A car is useful but not essential, as eight public transport lines and 50 stops serve the area and Carvajal station is 4.3 km away.
El Chaparral occupies the elevated ground behind the coast road, so daily life combines residential calm with proximity to busy commercial strips. Within two kilometres, the amenity count is substantial: 32 restaurants, three pharmacies, four banks and three cafes, alongside a municipal pool at 1.9 km and the Polideportivo Juan Roa Sanchez sports centre at 1.8 km. Public transport coverage is good for a settlement of this size, with eight lines and 50 stops, and the Cercanias rail stations at Carvajal (4.3 km) and Fuengirola (5.5 km) connect to Malaga city and the airport line. Healthcare is available at two local health centres, with the hospital recorded at 6.7 km. Tourism is present but not dominant in the immediate street scene, ten hotels with roughly 2,131 beds in the wider area, and the 3,800 recorded property transactions indicate an active, liquid local market. Viewpoints such as Mirador Hermanos Nuñez Andreu at 0.6 km offer elevated outlooks within walking distance. The trade-off of the 279-metre elevation is the view and separation from coastal traffic, set against a steep 6.5% slope toward the sea that shapes walking and cycling habits.
The map shows El Chaparral on the elevated ground between La Cala de Mijas and Fuengirola, with the beaches of Torreblanca and Los Boliches to the east, the Mijas Golf courses to the north, and the A-7 coastal road linking the property to both Marbella and Málaga. Note the contour of the terrain: the sea is close but downhill.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Mijas Costa sits midway on the Costa del Sol corridor between Fuengirola and Marbella, both roughly 24 km in opposite directions, with Málaga city and its airport to the north-east. The area functions as the principal commercial and residential extension of Fuengirola rather than a separate resort, which explains the year-round services, schools and health centres. El Chaparral itself is one of the older, established urbanisations in this zone, characterised by hillside streets, mature planting and views over the coast.
Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport lies approximately 14-15 km away, reachable in roughly 20-25 minutes by car outside peak traffic. The nearest beaches, Playa Torreblanca-Carvajal, Playa de Torreblanca and Playa de los Boliches, are between 4.2 and 5.3 km from the property, a short drive or a longer walk on sloping terrain. Fuengirola centre and its marina are about 5.5-5.7 km away, and La Cala de Mijas roughly six minutes by car. Golf is well covered: Mijas Golf at 5.7 km, plus the Los Lagos and Los Olivos courses at 5.2-6.0 km, and Lauro Golf at 6.8 km. An EV charging point, including a Tesla Supercharger in Fuengirola, is around 3.7-3.8 km away. Málaga and Marbella are both approximately 24 km distant in opposite directions.
| Beach Distance | 4.2 km |
| Malaga-Costa del Sol (AGP) | 15 km |
| Gibraltar (GIB) | 80 km |
| Carvajal | 4.3 km |
| Fuengirola | 5.5 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The historical climate data records 3,886 sunshine hours per year and a mean annual temperature of 16.9°C, with monthly averages spanning roughly 14-26°C, a typical Costa del Sol profile with mild winters and warm, dry summers. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures at or above 20°C, spans about four months, so sea swimming is concentrated in late spring through early autumn. The property's elevation of 279 metres moderates summer heat slightly relative to the shoreline and contributes to the sea views, but the 6.5% slope toward the coast is a real physical feature of the terrain: it affects walks, bicycle use and the return journey from the beach. The south and south-west orientation maximises sun exposure on the terrace and balcony, which is advantageous for outdoor living but also increases summer afternoon sun load, partly mitigated by the air conditioning.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The three nearest beaches, Playa Torreblanca-Carvajal (4.2 km), Playa de Torreblanca (4.5 km) and Playa de los Boliches (4.7 km), are long, established stretches of the Fuengirola-Mijas coastline with chiringuitos, promenade access and busy summer occupancy. Golf is the strongest recreational asset nearby: the Mijas Golf complex (5.7 km) with its Los Lagos and Los Olivos courses, plus Lauro Golf at 6.8 km, gives three courses within a ten-minute drive. Racquet sports are covered by the Lew Hoad Tennis and Padel Club at 2.4 km, and general sport by the Polideportivo Juan Roa Sanchez at 1.8 km and the municipal pool at 1.9 km. Puerto Deportivo de Fuengirola (5.7 km) provides marina facilities, waterfront dining and excursion boats. Several hillside viewpoints within 1.4 km offer shorter recreational walks closer to home.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Mijas Costa is the main commercial and residential zone of, although not limited to, Fuengirola.
| 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: VL654415
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Set against current new-build supply on Mijas Costa, this €299,000 asking price sits between Laguna Nova (from €245,000) and Greenity (from €378,000), while differing fundamentally in nature: those are new developments with modern specifications, whereas this is a 1972 townhouse that has been renovated. The distinction matters in several ways. New-build buyers obtain current building regulations, developer guarantees, typically better energy ratings and, in projects like Greenity, contemporary communal facilities, at a higher entry price. Buyers of this property instead acquire an established urbanisation, a mature community with a functioning pool and gardens, a tourist licence that new builds do not automatically hold, and a furnished, immediately usable interior. Against Estepona comparisons such as Acqua Gardens (from €524,600), Mijas Costa remains a lower-priced coastal segment, largely because of its position on the Fuengirola side of the corridor rather than the Marbella-Estepona luxury belt. Locationally, El Chaparral trades beachfront proximity for elevation and views: the 4.2 km distance to the sand and the 6.5% slope contrast with true beachside product, but the area compensates with rail access at Carvajal, dense everyday amenities, golf within a short drive and the year-round services of a zone that recorded 3,800 property transactions, an indicator of market depth and resale liquidity. For the Costa del Sol as a whole, where Malaga and Marbella lie equidistant at 24 km, the property offers a mid-corridor position at a price point that has become uncommon within 15 km of the airport.
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