Penthouses for Sale in Mijas Costa

As a large area developed over several decades, Mijas Costa offers one of the most diverse property portfolios on the coast:

• Apartments and Penthouses: This is the most common property type, found in hundreds of gated communities. You can find everything from affordable holiday apartments to luxurious, modern penthouses with panoramic sea views.
• Townhouses: Extremely popular with families and full-time residents, townhouses are widely available, often in communities with large gardens and multiple swimming pools.
• Villas: There is a vast selection of independent villas, ranging from older, traditional-style homes on generous plots in areas like upper Calahonda to brand-new contemporary villas closer to the golf courses.

Mijas Costa is renowned for offering excellent value for money, making it a very accessible part of the Costa del Sol. Prices are generally more affordable than in Marbella or its own popular village, La Cala de Mijas. As of mid-2025, you can expect the following approximate price ranges:

• 2-Bedroom Apartments: €220,000 – €550,000+. The lower end represents an older property needing updates, while the higher end is for a modern, sea-view penthouse.
• Townhouses: €300,000 – €650,000+
• Villas: Starting from around €600,000 for an older villa, with modern or larger properties typically ranging from €800,000 to over €1,500,000.

Yes, absolutely. Spain’s property laws welcome buyers of all nationalities, and the purchase process is identical for everyone.

The Spanish "Golden Visa" program is a relevant option for those purchasing higher-end properties or villas in the area that meet the €500,000 investment threshold. This can provide a residency permit for the non-EU investor and their family.

You must budget an additional 10% to 14% of the purchase price for taxes and fees. Mijas Costa is predominantly a resale market, making the ITP tax the most common.

• For Resale Properties:
  • Property Transfer Tax (ITP - Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales): 7% of the purchase price in Andalusia.
• For New-Build Properties:
  • VAT (IVA - Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido): 10% of the purchase price.
  • Stamp Duty (AJD - Actos Jurídicos Documentados): 1.2%.
• For All Properties:
  • Notary & Land Registry Fees: A combined total typically ranging from €1,400 to €4,000.
  • Legal Fees: Approximately 1% of the purchase price (+ 21% VAT on the fee).

Spanish banks typically lend up to 70 % of the purchase price to non-resident buyers (sometimes 80 % for EU citizens). Mortgage terms of 20–25 years are common; interest rates vary with the Euribor benchmark.

For developments with shared facilities (pools, gardens, gyms), expect €60 – €200 per month, depending on amenities and property size.

From making an offer to getting keys in hand typically takes 6–10 weeks, assuming financing and paperwork proceed smoothly.

• Visit in different seasons to gauge climate and community.
• Budget a 10 % contingency for unexpected costs.
• Hire an independent lawyer (abogado) to review contracts.
• Consider resale potential—properties with sea views and proximity to golf often hold value best.

From the luxury villas of Marbella and the marina-side glamour of Puerto Banús, to the charming old town of Estepona and the family-friendly beaches of Mijas Costa (with strong rental yields), plus the tranquil, value-priced hillside villages of Benahavís, Casares, Sotogrande and Manilva.