Properties for sale in Alhaurín el Grande

Living in Alhaurín el Grande

Alhaurín el Grande overlooks the Guadalhorce valley from the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas: an agricultural and commercial town with a life of its own all year round, a weekly market that draws huge crowds and one of the longest-established British and international communities in inland Málaga. The Alhaurín Golf course, designed by Severiano Ballesteros, adds sporting appeal.

Between the town centre and the sierra lie urbanisations and scattered houses with plots, 20 minutes from Fuengirola and its beach via the Mijas road.

Buying property in Alhaurín el Grande

The Alhaurín el Grande market combines town-centre apartments and townhouses at inland prices with a large stock of villas and country properties in the surrounding area, in high demand among European buyers. Its genuine proximity to Fuengirola (20 minutes) sets it apart from other inland areas. At EVS PROPERTY GROUP we help you pick out legalised rural properties and the urbanisations with the best services.

Frequently asked questions about Alhaurín el Grande

What sets Alhaurín el Grande apart from Alhaurín de la Torre?

Alhaurín de la Torre is more urban and right next to Málaga city; Alhaurín el Grande is more agricultural, with more rural estates and country houses, and looks towards the Guadalhorce valley and Fuengirola. Prices for rural property tend to be more affordable in Alhaurín el Grande.

What is the international community like in the area?

Very well established: decades of British, Dutch and Nordic residents have created services in several languages, clubs and shops geared towards foreign residents, which makes it much easier for new buyers to settle in.

What role does Alhaurín Golf play?

The Ballesteros-designed course anchors a residential hub with villas and townhouses next to the greens, at prices far below those of an equivalent course on the coast. It is a real alternative for golfers on a mid-range budget.

Is it a good place to live with children?

Very much so: Alhaurín el Grande is a large town with state and semi-private schools, a secondary school, a sports centre and a large health centre, with the Hospital del Guadalhorce in Cártama about fifteen minutes away. The international schools in Alhaurín de la Torre and on the coast are within a reasonable drive. It offers authentic town life, with local shops and fiestas – ideal for raising children with space and tranquillity.

What type of property is best to start with?

It depends on your plans: to live there all year round, the townhouses in the town centre offer the best balance between space and maintenance; for peace and quiet, the country properties with land in the surrounding area; and for a more affordable entry point, the apartments near the centre. In the countryside, always check the planning status of the plot before making an offer, because not all rural land allows you to extend or build.