Properties for sale in Alhaurín de la Torre

Living in Alhaurín de la Torre

Alhaurín de la Torre is the major residential town on the outskirts of Málaga: less than 20 minutes from the airport and the city, it has become home to thousands of families who work in Málaga but prefer to live in quiet urbanisations at the foot of the Sierra de Mijas. Areas such as Retamar, Pinos de Alhaurín and Cortijos del Sol offer detached houses with their own plot and pool at prices that would be unthinkable in the city itself.

The municipality has state-subsidised and private schools, sports centres, its own shops and the Lauro Golf course right on its doorstep. It is a market dominated by domestic demand, which gives it stability in the face of tourism’s ups and downs.

Buying property in Alhaurín de la Torre

The typical property is a villa or a townhouse with a garden in an established urbanisation, alongside a town centre with more affordable apartments. Demand from Málaga families keeps the market active all year round, and resales move quickly in areas with good road access. At EVS PROPERTY GROUP we help you compare urbanisations, build quality and comunidades (communities of owners) before you decide.

Frequently asked questions about Alhaurín de la Torre

Why choose Alhaurín de la Torre over Málaga city?

For space and price: for the cost of an apartment in Málaga you can get a detached house with its own plot 20 minutes from the city centre and the airport. The trade-off is that the beach is around 15–20 minutes away by car.

Which urbanisations stand out in Alhaurín de la Torre?

Retamar and Pinos de Alhaurín for being well established and leafy; Cortijos del Sol and Santa Clara for their large plots; and the area around Lauro Golf for anyone who wants to live next to the course. Each has its own profile in terms of price and community.

Is it a good area to invest in long-term rentals?

Yes: demand for year-round rentals from Málaga families and professionals is constant and supply is scarce. It is not a holiday market but a stable residential one, with long-term tenants.

Is Alhaurín de la Torre a good place to bring up children?

It is one of its strongest selling points. The municipality has grown as a well-planned residential town, with a wide range of state and state-subsidised primary schools, secondary schools, a very active sports complex and parks spread across its neighbourhoods and urbanisations. The atmosphere is quiet and neighbourly, with many young Málaga families who have moved out from the city. You get the services of a medium-sized town without the noise or traffic of the coast.

Does Alhaurín de la Torre work for remote working or commuting to Málaga every day?

Very well. The airport is about fifteen minutes away and Málaga TechPark about twenty, so it is a common base for tech professionals. The Hiperronda bypass connects you to the whole metropolitan area while avoiding the city centre. There is fibre broadband in the town centre and in most urbanisations, although on isolated plots it is worth checking coverage before you buy. There is no train, so a car is still a necessity.