Properties for sale in Mijas

Living in Mijas

Mijas is the most versatile municipality on the Costa del Sol: the white village in the mountains (one of the most visited in Andalucía), the Mijas Costa strip with Riviera del Sol and Calahonda, and La Cala de Mijas, a former fishing village that has become the hub of new-build development between Fuengirola and Marbella. All this with more than 12 km of beaches and three golf courses within the municipality, including the La Cala Resort complex.

The Las Lagunas area, which merges with Fuengirola, is where urban services are concentrated – schools, health centres and shops – while the urbanisations of Mijas Costa offer an international lifestyle in communities with pools and gardens.

Buying property in Mijas

Mijas accounts for a large share of the Costa del Sol's mid-to-upper-range new-build developments, especially around La Cala and the golf valley. On the resale market, Calahonda and Riviera del Sol have the largest supply of apartments and townhouses at still-reasonable prices, just a few minutes from the beach. At EVS PROPERTY GROUP we help you distinguish between urbanisations with well-run comunidades (communities of owners) and property that calls for more caution.

Frequently asked questions about Mijas

What is the difference between Mijas Pueblo, Mijas Costa and La Cala?

Mijas Pueblo is the Old Town in the mountains, with views and Andalusian charm; Mijas Costa groups together the urbanisations by the sea (Calahonda, Riviera del Sol); and La Cala de Mijas is the coastal hub with a seafront promenade, beach bars (chiringuitos) and the largest concentration of new-build developments.

Is Mijas a good choice for golfers?

Yes: La Cala Resort is one of the largest golf complexes in Spain, and on top of that there are Mijas Golf, Santana Golf and Calanova. Many new developments are being built frontline golf, with views over the course.

How profitable are rentals in Mijas Costa?

The urbanisations between Calahonda and La Cala perform very well as holiday and mid-term rentals thanks to their value for money. Long-stay winter demand (Nordic visitors, remote workers) helps maintain occupancy outside the summer.

Is Mijas a good choice for families?

Yes, especially Mijas Costa and La Cala. There are state and international schools in the municipality itself and in neighbouring ones, a few minutes away along the A-7. For free time you have the coastal path, La Butibamba park in La Cala, the Hipódromo Costa del Sol racecourse and an urbanisation lifestyle with pools and green spaces that children love. The atmosphere is relaxed and very international.

Do I need a car if I live in Mijas?

It depends on the area. In Mijas Pueblo and the countryside, a car is practically essential. In La Cala and the main centres of Mijas Costa you can manage day-to-day life on foot and there are buses along the A-7, but there is no train, so for getting to the airport, some twenty-five to thirty minutes away, or for getting around the coast freely, you will end up glad to have your own vehicle.