Gzira, Malta
Gzira sits immediately south of Sliema, sharing the same harbour views but offering meaningfully lower rents. The Manoel Island development project — a major mixed-use regeneration — is transforming the area. Gzira has a more local, unpretentious character compared to Sliema, with a busy high street, a large Lidl, and a younger, more mixed demographic. It has become a favourite for expats priced out of Sliema. Updated daily from every major Malta estate agency.
Area snapshot
The fundamentals that make this area work — who lives here, how you get around, and what's nearby.
Best for
Budget-conscious expats, Students, Young professionals, Investors seeking value
Transport
Excellent — on the main Sliema–Valletta bus corridor. 5-minute walk to Sliema seafront. 10-minute bus to Valletta.
Amenities
Lidl, high-street cafés and restaurants, Gzira Garden, Ta' Xbiex Marina viewpoints, good bus connections.
Property note: Apartments and older-build maisonettes. Mix of dated and modernised interiors. Prices meaningfully below Sliema for very similar proximity to the harbour.
Latest listings
The newest Gzira listings on the market — sorted by date, scored for price fairness.
Overpriced2 bed Apartment for Sale
€420,000

Apartment in Gzira
€420,000
Overpriced2 bed Apartment for Sale
€381,500
Fair pricePenthouse in Naxxar
€725,000
Underpriced2 bed Penthouse for Sale
€535,000
UnderpricedApartment in Gzira
€330,000
UnderpricedApartment in Gzira
€325,000
UnderpricedApartment in Gzira
€320,000
UnderpricedPenthouse in Gzira
€535,000
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Market data
Live medians from every Malta estate agency, updated daily.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median price | €425,000 |
| Average price | €778,780 |
| Median price per sqm | €4,545/sqm |
| Active listings | 1,396 |
Source: djar.ai live market data, updated daily from every Malta estate agency.
FAQ
What buyers and renters actually want to know before searching.
Yes — Gzira is a normal urban Malta town. Standard urban street caution applies, the same as anywhere.
Gzira offers similar harbour proximity at 20–30% lower rents. It lacks Sliema's polished seafront promenade but gains a more authentic local character.
A large-scale mixed-use regeneration of the island between Gzira and Sliema, expected to include residences, a hotel, and public waterfront — likely to boost property values in the area.
According to djar.ai live market data, there are currently 88 sale listings in Gzira. The database is updated daily from every major Malta estate agency.
According to djar.ai market data, the median sale price in Gzira is €425,000. Prices vary by property type, size, and proximity to the seafront or town centre.
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