Living in Qrendi, Malta — Area Guide for Buyers

Key facts

Location: South-west Malta
Heritage: Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra temples (UNESCO)
Within its limits: Wied iż-Żurrieq and the Blue Grotto
Homes: Houses of character, farmhouses, maisonettes

Qrendi is a small, quiet village in the south-west of Malta. Its limits take in some of the island’s most famous heritage: the temples of Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra, and the inlet of Wied iż-Żurrieq with the Blue Grotto.

Heritage and countryside

Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra — prehistoric temples on the clifftops, part of the Megalithic Temples of Malta UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Wied iż-Żurrieq — the fishing inlet where boats leave for the Blue Grotto.
Open countryside and coastal paths with views towards the islet of Filfla.

Property in Qrendi

Houses of character in the village core.
Farmhouses in the surrounding countryside.
Maisonettes and townhouses in newer streets.

Who it suits

Buyers who want quiet, countryside and character, and who don’t need to commute daily to the harbour area. See buying a house of character.

Questions & answers

Which temples are near Qrendi?

Ħaġar Qim and Mnajdra, part of the Megalithic Temples of Malta World Heritage Site, stand on the coast just outside the village.

Is Qrendi a good place for a farmhouse?

Yes — its countryside and quiet lanes make it one of the areas where traditional farmhouses and character homes come to market.

Can foreigners buy property in Qrendi?

Yes. EU citizens buying their main residence need no permit; non-EU buyers, and EU citizens buying a second home, normally need an AIP permit unless the property is in a Special Designated Area. See our AIP permit guide.

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