Soleia Living El Chaparral: sea-view townhouses near La Cala in Mijas
Townhouses with 3 or 4 bedrooms, private garden, solarium and sea views, a 16-minute walk from El Chaparral beach. Completion scheduled for December 2026.
Last updated: 20 October 2026
About Soleia Living El Chaparral
A townhouse with its own garden, sea views and the beach within walking distance: in western Mijas Costa that is not an everyday combination. Soleia Living is in El Chaparral, between La Cala de Mijas and Las Lagunas, and is aimed at buyers who want more than an apartment but do not want to maintain a villa. Our selection includes two townhouses: one with 3 bedrooms for €949,000 and one with 4 bedrooms for €1,046,000.
Both homes have 158 m² of built area and 3 bathrooms. The 3-bedroom version has 130 m² of usable space, a 53 m² terrace and a 165 m² plot. The 4-bedroom version has 132 m² usable, a 42 m² terrace and a 183 m² plot. So you get a fourth bedroom, but not a bigger home: the space is simply divided differently. Each home has a private garden, solarium, parking space and storage room.
The communal facilities are extensive. The project description mentions 2 swimming pools, a Turkish bath, sauna, gym, coworking space and a barbecue area, all within a gated estate. According to another source, the development has 69 homes in total, with a first phase of 23, and the homes face south. Completion is scheduled for December 2026 and the energy rating is B.
Amenities
- Sea views
- Private garden
- Solarium
- 2 communal pools
- Sauna and Turkish bath
- Gym
- Coworking space
- Barbecue area
- Gated community
- Parking space and storage room
Soleia Living El Chaparral in figures
Soleia Living is not cheap. The median of €6,313 per m² is 27% above that of new builds in Mijas (€4,984, 55 projects) and even 70% above resale homes in Mijas (€3,717 per m², idealista, September 2026). Of the 55 developments in the municipality, 42 are cheaper per m². So you are paying for the combination of sea views, a garden and a nearby beach. The fourth bedroom costs €97,000 extra for barely 2 m² more usable space. The €949,000 home costs around €1,072,488 all in: €94,900 VAT, €11,388 stamp duty, €5,700 notary and €11,500 lawyer. With completion in 2 months, though, you move in much sooner than with most developments in Mijas, where the median is 14 months.
| Price | € 949.000 |
| VAT (IVA) 10% | € 94.900 |
| Stamp duty (AJD) 1.2% | € 11.388 |
| Notary and land registry (estimate) | € 5.700 |
| Lawyer 1% + VAT (estimate) | € 11.500 |
Around 13.0% on top of the price in total. All purchase costs explained.
| 3 bedrooms | from €949,000 |
| 4 bedrooms | from €1,046,000 |
Terrace, solarium and garden combined, as a percentage of the living area (median). That is more than 49% of new developments in Mijas. Largest outdoor space: 53 m².
Planned completion December 2026. For half of the new developments in Mijas, completion is within 14 months.
Calculated by Imagine Marbella on 20 October 2026 from the current supply of 55 new developments in Mijas and the average asking price of resale homes in Mijas according to Idealista, September 2026. Costs are an estimate; we will prepare an exact calculation for you.
Location
El Chaparral lies on the Mijas coast, between the lively village of La Cala de Mijas and the residential areas towards Fuengirola. The area is mainly residential, with a golf course nearby and a long sandy beach. The development sits at around 40 metres above sea level, just high enough for sea views and still low enough to walk to the sea. Via the coast road and the motorway you are quickly in Fuengirola or Marbella.
El Chaparral beach is 1,200 metres away, a 16-minute walk. By car it takes 8 minutes because of a detour. For groceries you take the car: Mercadona is 6 minutes away. Fuengirola town centre is 16 minutes away, Marbella's old town 26 and Puerto Banús 30. St Anthony's College is 14 minutes away and Málaga airport 37.
We will send you the exact location and the address of the sales office when you request Privé access or book a viewing.
Distances, measured by us
Measured from Soleia Living El Chaparral along real roads and footpaths, not as the crow flies.
| Destination | On foot | By car |
|---|---|---|
| Nearest beach (Playa El Chaparral - El Chaparral) | 1.2 km, 16 min | 4.6 km, 8 min |
| Supermarket (Mercadona) | 2.6 km, 35 min | 2.6 km, 6 min |
| International school (St Anthony's College) | 9.5 km, 14 min | |
| Hospital (Hospital Vithas Xanit International) | 23.0 km, 25 min | |
| Fuengirola town centre | 12.0 km, 16 min | |
| Benalmádena marina | 27.8 km, 30 min | |
| Marbella old town | 22.8 km, 26 min | |
| Málaga airport | 37.7 km, 37 min | |
| Gibraltar airport | 99.4 km, 83 min |
Calculated with OpenStreetMap routes without traffic, on 20 October 2026. Walking times over an hour are omitted.
Sun, light and views
Here the sun rises at 7:00 on 21 June and sets at 21:40, giving 14.7 hours of daylight. On 21 December you still have 9.7 hours, with the midday sun at 30° above the horizon. Soleia Living El Chaparral sits at around 40 metres above sea level.
Both homes in our selection have confirmed sea views, and another source mentions a south-facing orientation. How wide the view is depends on the position in the row; we check that for each home.
Homes and finishes
The kitchen is a fully fitted Italian designer kitchen with appliances. Other sources mention security doors, a video entry phone, remote-controlled garage doors and mechanical ventilation. The energy rating is B. Because the project description gives different floor areas from our current data, we always ask for the plans and the technical specifications of the specific home. For a home under construction, we also check that every payment is covered by a bank guarantee.
Payment schedule
As with most new builds on the Costa del Sol, you pay in instalments: a reservation deposit, a portion on signing the purchase contract and during construction, and the balance at the deed signing. Every payment before completion must be covered by a bank guarantee. We will send you the exact payment schedule for Soleia Living El Chaparral through Privé.
Available homes in Soleia Living El Chaparral
A selection, as of 20 October 2026. More homes are available than shown below; request the full price list.
| Type | Beds | Baths | Living area | Terrace | Garden | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townhouse | 3 | 3 | 158 m² | 53 m² | – | € 949.000 |
| Townhouse | 4 | 3 | 158 m² | 42 m² | – | € 1.046.000 |
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Our honest verdict on Soleia Living El Chaparral
Strengths
- Townhouse with private garden, solarium and confirmed sea views.
- El Chaparral beach a 16-minute walk away.
- Extensive communal facilities: 2 pools, sauna, Turkish bath and gym.
- 3 bathrooms in both types, including the 3-bedroom home.
- Completion scheduled for December 2026, much sooner than the average in Mijas.
Points to consider
- Price per m² is 27% above new builds in Mijas and 70% above resale homes.
- The fourth bedroom costs €97,000 extra with no meaningful gain in living space.
- You need a car for groceries and restaurants.
- The project description gives different floor areas from our data; ask for the exact plans.
- Large development built in several phases, so there may still be construction after you move in.
Who is Soleia Living El Chaparral right for?
Soleia Living suits families and couples who want a proper house with a garden close to the sea and value wellness and fitness within the estate. Anyone working from home will also appreciate the coworking space. It is less suitable for buyers who focus mainly on price per m² or who want to do everything on foot: the nearest shopping centre requires a drive.
Why buy through Imagine Marbella?
With us you pay exactly the same price as buying direct from the developer. Our fee is paid by the seller, not by you. What you get on top is what makes the difference.
- Independent. We are not tied to any development. We compare the entire market and tell you honestly when a project is not right for you.
- Stronger at the negotiating table. Whenever there is room to negotiate, on price, payment schedule, finishes or a parking space, we know the market, the sales figures and the developers. We defend your interests; the seller defends theirs.
- Free extra services. We check licences, bank guarantees and specifications, provide legal support in your own language and plan viewings around your travel dates.
- Beyond the handover. We follow the construction, the handover and the after-sales with you, so you are never on your own.
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Frequently asked questions about Soleia Living El Chaparral
What is the difference between El Chaparral and La Cala de Mijas?
La Cala de Mijas is the village-style centre by the sea, with shops and restaurants. El Chaparral lies a little further east, is quieter and mainly residential, with its own beach and a golf course nearby.
How far is the beach from Soleia Living?
By our measurement, you walk to El Chaparral beach in 16 minutes, around 1,200 metres. By car it takes 8 minutes because the road makes a detour.
When will Soleia Living El Chaparral be completed?
Completion for the homes in our selection is scheduled for December 2026. Until the handover of the keys, we check that all your stage payments are covered by a bank guarantee.
Is Mijas a good place to live?
Mijas Costa is popular with international buyers for its beaches, golf courses and good connections to Fuengirola, Marbella and the airport. Do choose consciously between a lively district and a quiet area such as El Chaparral.
Do I pay more if I buy Soleia Living El Chaparral through Imagine Marbella?
No. You pay the same price as buying directly from the seller. Through us you also get independent advice, legal guidance and aftercare.
What costs come on top of the price of a new-build home?
In Andalusia, a new build carries 10% VAT (IVA) and 1.2% stamp duty (AJD), plus notary, land registry and lawyer's fees. For the most affordable home in Soleia Living El Chaparral, that adds up to around 13.0%.
About the author
Geert Eeckeleers, Managing Director of Imagine Marbella. Since 2018 he has guided buyers on the Costa del Sol, in English, French, Dutch and Spanish.
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