Houses for Sale in Malta: Houses of Character and Family Homes

1. Structural survey of limestone walls and slab roofs.
2. Whether the house is scheduled or protected, restricting alterations.
3. Rights of way, shared walls and easements.
4. Planning permits for extensions.
5. Utilities, especially water: many houses depend on a cistern.
6. Ground rent or emphyteusis obligations.

Non-EU buyers typically need AIP approval, and the purchase follows the same konvenju-and-deed process as flats. Stamp duty is around 5%; verify the current position and reliefs with a notary. Our Malta consultation guide and mortgage calculator help plan your budget.

Village cores have narrow one-way lanes, and parking is the single biggest daily nuisance. A house with a garage or a legal parking bay commands a notable premium. Check the street's width for deliveries and refuse collection, and whether construction nearby is planned, since Malta's building boom can mean years of noise and dust. Ask the neighbours about drainage and flooding during heavy rain, which affects low-lying streets.

If you intend to rent the house, consider that tenants look for air conditioning, a terrace and walkable amenities, while owners of character houses often prefer long-term letting to expatriate families.