Kappara, Malta: Apartments and Penthouses in San Gwann

Kappara is a residential area of San Gwann, close to Msida and the university, and between Sliema and Birkirkara. The coast and nightlife of Sliema and St Julian's are minutes away, and Birkirkara is next door. Traffic is a constant issue in Malta, so test your commute.

Buyers include professionals, students' families and investors renting to workers.

Maltese apartments are sold by internal floor area plus shared parts, and the roof is often owned by the penthouse buyer, so ask exactly what is included. Check the building permit, the finishing state (shell or finished) and any planned development next door, which is a common issue in dense areas. Garages and parking spaces may be priced separately.

Non-Maltese buyers may need an Acquisition of Immovable Property (AIP) permit, depending on nationality and residency, with price thresholds of €174,274 for apartments and €300,619 for houses in the main areas (lower in Gozo and the south). A promise-of-sale agreement (konvenju) with a deposit comes first, then the notarial deed. Stamp duty is typically 5%, with reduced rates for some first-time buyers, so check with the notary.

See our Malta buying guide, financing page and the Malta page.