Real estate in Malta: Premium apartments, villas, houses & condos

1. Why buy real estate in Malta?

2. Malta and its regions – North, South, East, West, and Central

3. Discover some of our best properties in Malta

4. Renting property in Malta

5. Selling / renting out real estate

6. Why choose Engel & Völkers Malta as your partner in the property market?

1. Why buy real estate in Malta?

If you’re planning to buy real estate in Malta, the question that comes to mind as a first-time buyer from abroad is: Why Malta? Well, for one thing, this lovely little island-state in the Mediterranean Sea, which is divided into various regions – north, south, east, west and central Malta – offers fantastic weather all year round with lots of excellent beaches to enjoy, rich history to absorb and beautiful landscapes to explore. 

And of course the warm-hearted people of Malta are more than happy to welcome new residents into their community. Language problems? Not here, because English is an official language and spoken fluently. And no worries when it comes to any services you may need because as an EU member state, Malta is a very safe country to live in with a well-developed infrastructure providing you with excellent healthcare, and for parents with children there are top-rate schools here for their educational needs. As experienced real estate customers from abroad and local residents of Malta know, the country’s low cost of living and tax rates together with its very stable property market make it an ideal place for home ownership or real estate investments. As a leading real estate agent, Engel & Völkers has an attractive portfolio of prime residential properties including apartments, houses, villas and palazzos for sale.

2. Malta and its regions – North, South, East, West, and Central

Malta may be a small island, but for someone looking to buy or rent a property, knowing a bit about the individual regions can narrow down where to begin searching. The focal point of Malta’s northern region is the coastal area in the north of the island. This is where the Mediterranean Sea and the many excellent sandy beaches join forces with the region’s vibrant nightlife to make the various locations in this area an ideal place for those who enjoy the seaside and want to establish a new residence by purchasing or renting a property. Malta’s southern region, covering the southern part of the main island, is different as the lifestyle here is rather quieter and more low key, reflecting its village type of environment. The key locations here have retained their authenticity and their charm and look back on a long and rich history, perfect for a residence set in a more sedate setting. 

Malta’s eastern region, on the other hand, draws many tourists and prospective new residents alike as its shopping and entertainment opportunities are key attractions along with its well-developed infrastructure. Malta’s capital Valletta is situated here, a mecca for historical and architectural highlights as well as endless shopping and entertainment. The island’s western region, more sparsely populated, is renowned not only for its lovely countryside and scenery, but also for its rich history, with strong roots in ancient and medieval times, and for its architectural treasures from the Norman and Baroque periods. Malta’s central region is the least developed part of the country with only few hotels but rich in history and open countryside. However, it is also home to several highly preferred residential locations and one of Malta’s largest towns, combining both modern urban-oriented and more traditional lifestyles. 

4. Renting property in Malta

Whether you’re planning to move and live in Malta for a limited period or permanently, you may want to consider first renting an apartment or house before purchasing a property. The advantage of this approach is that it will give you ample time to get to know the island and familiarize yourself with the real estate market. 

As the process of searching for suitable rental accommodations can be daunting, especially in light of recent changes to legislation regarding the rental of residential property, let our local Engel & Völkers real estate experts help you find the right rental option for your needs. The recent legislation introduced new requirements for both tenants and landlords, and our agents are ready to assist you in any way and to ensure that there are no loose ends when entering into a rental contract by registering the rental contract on your behalf and compiling the inventory of the contents of your rental property. Our mission is to make the transition to your new home in Malta as smooth as possible.

5. Selling / renting out real estate

If you already own a property in Malta and you want to sell it or perhaps rent it out on a short- or long-term basis, now may be a good time due to the booming economy and strong demand for exclusive properties. As an international leader in the marketing of prime residential real estate, our unique global network has access to potential buyers or renters of select properties. 

Our Engels & Völkers full-service package is designed to accompany and assist you every step of the way from your first contact and individual consultation through to a free and non-binding property appraisal, an individually tailored and exclusive marketing concept, the creation of an exclusive property brochure, generating exposure through our international network of contacts and our wide-ranging online portfolio, right up to the closing and handing over the keys, all capped off by our exclusive after sales service. For landlords wanting to let their properties, our rental experts at Engels & Völkers are there not only to ensure that your property has maximum exposure leading to a successful let with optimal results, but also to provide the service that will guide you through all the legal and taxation aspects that letting entails.

6. Why choose Engel & Völkers Malta as your partner in the property market?

As a leading global player in the brokerage of premium residential property, Engel & Völkers looks back on more than 40 years of experience and now operates in over 900 locations in more than 30 countries around the world. Engel & Völkers Malta is a key location and proud member of the brand, with a highly qualified and dedicated team of real estate experts committed to providing the best possible service to its international and local customers. This commitment is based on the company’s core values of competence, exclusivity and passion. 

In addition to many years of experience in the local property market, dealing successfully with our international customers also requires more than just market expertise, which is why our agents are multilingual so you can be sure that we speak your language. Regular in-depth training is provided to ensure that our level of expertise is maintained and enhanced by focusing on changes and trends in the local property market. This directly benefits our customers as up-to-date knowledge of the market is the prerequisite for making optimal property buying decisions, and this also includes legal and taxation aspects, which are of particular importance to our international customers. Our individually tailored full-service approach is pivotal to our mission of guaranteeing full customer satisfaction.

If you’re thinking of relocating to Malta or you’re already a resident and looking for employment opportunities in the property market, check out our job offers.