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Malta Rent Prices by Area: 2026 Table
Rent prices for shared rooms, studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments across Malta's main areas. Includes upfront cash estimate and area trade-offs.
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Last verified: 2026-06-09.
Rent prices by area and apartment type
The table below shows monthly rent ranges for the main apartment types in each area. These are typical market ranges, not guaranteed prices. Furnished apartments at the higher end are common near the tourist belt.
| Area | Shared room | Studio | 1-bed | 2-bed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sliema / St Julians | €500–€700 | €850–€1,100 | €1,100–€1,500 | €1,500–€2,200 |
| Valletta | €480–€650 | €800–€1,050 | €950–€1,300 | €1,400–€2,000 |
| St Venera / Hamrun | €360–€500 | €650–€850 | €750–€1,000 | €1,100–€1,500 |
| Msida / Gzira / Pietà | €380–€520 | €680–€880 | €750–€1,000 | €1,100–€1,500 |
| Birkirkara / Attard / Balzan | €320–€480 | €600–€800 | €700–€950 | €1,000–€1,400 |
| Mosta / Naxxar / San Ġwann | €300–€460 | €580–€780 | €650–€900 | €950–€1,350 |
| Mellieħa / St Paul's Bay | €280–€450 | €550–€750 | €600–€850 | €900–€1,300 |
| Gozo (Victoria / Xlendi) | €260–€420 | €520–€700 | €550–€800 | €850–€1,200 |
MyRent Malta / Numbeo Ranges based on publicly available data, June 2026. Furnished apartments at the top of each range. Verify with live listings before committing.
What upfront cash do you need?
When signing a private rental in Malta, landlords typically require:
- First month’s rent — paid on or before move-in day.
- Security deposit — one to two months’ rent in most cases. Some landlords ask for two months.
- Agency fee — some landlords use agents who charge one month’s rent from the tenant. Not universal, but common on high-demand properties.
Total upfront cash for a €1,200/month apartment: approximately €2,400–€3,600 plus agency fee if applicable.
Area trade-offs
The choice of area affects more than rent. Here are the key trade-offs for common profiles:
- Sliema / St Julians: Highest rent, best walkability, most English-speaking environment, most restaurants, bars, and beach. Best for single professionals without a car.
- Valletta: High rent, historic centre, excellent bus hub, few supermarkets, noisy on event nights. Good for people who work in Valletta.
- Msida / Gzira / Pietà: More affordable, close to University of Malta, well-connected by bus. Popular with students and young workers.
- Birkirkara / Mosta area: More Maltese-speaking environment, quieter residential feel, 20–30 minute bus ride to Sliema or Valletta. Good for families.
- North Malta / Gozo: Lowest rent, rural or beach feel, long commute to employment centres. Suits remote workers or people with a car.
Lease registration and your legal protection
Malta’s Private Residential Leases Act requires leases to be registered with the Housing Authority. An unregistered lease gives you fewer protections in a dispute. Before signing, confirm the landlord intends to register the agreement. For details on lease terms, deposits, and tenant rights, see the full renting in Malta guide.
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