Dragonara Palace, St Julian’s
Guide · Selling & letting

Selling a house of character

Houses of character have a dedicated following of local and international buyers. Here is how to reach them and present your home well.

Key facts

Buyers
Local and international lovers of character
Highlight
Arches, beams, courtyards, balconies, stone
Prepare
Permits, plans, restoration history
Price on
Comparable character homes, not apartments

Who buys

Houses of character, farmhouses and palazzi attract Maltese families, returning Maltese and international buyers looking for stone, light and history.

Present the character

  • Original features — arches, timber beams, stone vaults, courtyards, wells, Maltese balconies.
  • Light and outdoor space — courtyards and roof terraces at the best time of day.
  • Restoration history — what was done, when and by whom.

Prepare the paperwork

Character homes raise questions. Have ready:

  • Permits and approved plans, including for pools and roof structures.
  • Details of works and any conservation-area approvals.
  • Title deed and any ground rent.

Price on the right evidence

Compare with other character homes in similar locations and condition, not with modern apartments. See pricing your property.

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