Malta Property: A Market on the Rise
ByArcus EstatesIn short
Malta’s residential property prices rose by 6.9% annually in Q2 2026, with apartments recording stronger growth than maisonettes. August also saw increased sales activity, while new dwelling permits pointed to potential future supply. Performance varies across property types, making individual property assessments essential.
Key takeaways
- Continued capital growth: Residential prices increased 6.9% annually and 1.6% quarter on quarter.
- Apartments lead the way: Annual price growth reached 7.4%, while maisonettes recorded a 4.3% increase.
- Stronger transaction activity: August final deeds rose 33.8% year on year, with sales totalling €407.3 million.
- Growing purchase commitments: Promise-of-sale agreements increased 18.3% in August compared with a year earlier.
Malta’s residential property prices continued to rise in the second quarter of 2026.
The National Statistics Office’s Residential Property Price Index recorded annual growth of 6.9%, with prices increasing 1.6% compared with the previous quarter. Apartments registered annual growth of* 7.4%, while maisonette prices rose 4.3%*, highlighting differences across property types.
In our previous market insight on Q1 of 2026, we explored rising prices alongside mixed transaction signals. The latest price figures extend that picture of continued growth, following the 6.7% annual increase reported for Q1.
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**Building Permits Point to Future Housing Supply**
The development pipeline provides further context. During Q2, permits were approved for 3,126 new dwellings, an annual increase of 3.3%. These approvals indicate potential future supply, rather than homes already completed or available for purchase.
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Arcus Estates is a boutique real estate firm in St Julian's, Malta, managing exclusive property portfolios for an international client base. It advises on the purchase, sale and letting of premium residential and commercial property in Malta and abroad, with property management, concierge and yachting services alongside. Arcus is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.
This content is AI-generated and may contain errors. Figures are indicative and subject to change. Do your own due diligence and seek independent legal and financial advice.
