€790,000
Central Malta · Area Guide
Living in Sliema
Malta’s seafront social heart. A walkable promenade town of cafés, shopping and open sea views, and one of the island’s most sought-after addresses to call home.
€520,000Typical apartment
€1,600Typical monthly rent
10 minFerry to Valletta
95Walk score
The place
A seafront town with everything on foot
Sliema sits on Malta’s north-east coast, wrapped around a long seafront promenade that runs from Tigné Point to the boundary with St Julian’s. It grew from a quiet fishing and summer-retreat village into the island’s most cosmopolitan town, and today it is where much of Malta comes to walk, swim, shop and meet.
Life here is unusually walkable for Malta. The promenade, the rock-cut lidos, the shops of Bisazza Street and The Point, the cafés and restaurants, and the Valletta ferry are all within a few minutes on foot, which is why so many residents keep a car for weekends rather than weekdays.
The housing is mostly apartments and penthouses, from converted townhouses on the inner streets to modern seafront blocks with open water views. It suits professionals, downsizers and international residents who want the sea, the amenities and the connections of a city at a gentler Mediterranean pace.
Gallery
Sliema in pictures
From the promenade and the lidos to Tigné Point and the harbour front.
At a glance
Sliema at a glance
The numbers that shape day-to-day life and the property market here.
€0Typical apartmentTwo-bedroom, indicative
€0Typical monthly rentTwo-bedroom, indicative
0 minFerry to VallettaDirect harbour crossing
0ResidentsOne of Malta’s densest towns
What’s in the area
Everything a short walk away
The beaches, transport, schools and shops that make Sliema one of Malta’s easiest places to live without a car.
Getting around
- Direct passenger ferry to Valletta and the Three Cities
- A major bus interchange along the seafront
- Ferries and water taxis from the Strand
- Flat, walkable streets across most of the town
Beaches & the sea
- The Exiles and Fond Għadir rock-cut lidos
- A continuous seafront promenade for walking and running
- Sheltered swimming spots along the front
- Sailing and water sports from nearby marinas
Dining & cafés
- Cafés and restaurants the length of the promenade
- The Strand and Tigné for dining and evenings out
- International and Maltese kitchens side by side
- Wine bars and bakeries on the inner streets
Shopping
- The Point shopping centre at Tigné
- The boutiques of Bisazza Street
- Everyday supermarkets and pharmacies throughout
- Independent shops and a weekly market
Schools & families
- Church and independent schools within easy reach
- Playgrounds and the promenade for family walks
- Sports clubs and swimming along the front
- A short hop to the schools of Swieqi and St Julian’s
Health & essentials
- Pharmacies and private clinics across the town
- Dental and specialist practices nearby
- A short drive to Mater Dei, Malta’s main hospital
- Banks, post and services on the main streets
The setting
Where the town meets the sea
For sale
Homes for sale in Sliema
A handpicked selection of the apartments, penthouses and townhouses on the market in Sliema now.
€790,000
€875,000
€890,000
€1,600,000
€1,000,000
€1,175,000To let
Homes to let in Sliema
The apartments and penthouses available to rent in Sliema.
€1,300To Let
€1,800To Let
€1,700To LetGood to know
Living in Sliema, answered
Is Sliema a good place to live?
Sliema is one of Malta’s most popular places to live, especially for professionals, downsizers and international residents. Its appeal is convenience: the sea, the shops, the cafés, the bus network and the Valletta ferry are all within walking distance, so day-to-day life rarely needs a car.
Is Sliema good for families?
It can be. Families are drawn by the promenade, the swimming, the sports clubs and the choice of schools nearby. It is a dense, urban town rather than a suburb, so families who want a garden often look to neighbouring Swieqi or further out, while those who value walkability and the sea stay in Sliema.
Do you need a car in Sliema?
Not for daily life. Most residents can walk to work, school, the shops and the seafront, and the bus interchange and ferry cover the rest of the island. Many keep a car for weekends and trips further afield, but parking is tight, so a walkable home is a real advantage here.
How far is Sliema from Valletta?
The direct passenger ferry crosses Marsamxett Harbour to Valletta in around ten minutes and runs frequently through the day. By road it is roughly fifteen to twenty minutes depending on traffic, but the ferry is usually the quicker and more pleasant way across.
Is Sliema expensive?
Sliema is one of Malta’s more expensive addresses, reflecting its location, walkability and sea views. Seafront apartments command a premium, while homes on the inner streets or in need of updating are more attainable. For many buyers the convenience and strong rental demand justify the price.
For investors
Thinking of investing in Sliema?
Sliema is one of Malta’s strongest rental and resale markets, with steady tenant demand and a deep pool of buyers. See the investment case: typical yields, price trends and the off-plan opportunities worth knowing.
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