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Some of Malta’s most prestigious addresses are found in the Special Designated Areas (SDAs) dotted around the country.

Conceived, designed and constructed to the highest standards, they provide a superior standard of living and top-tier security in beautiful surroundings, featuring stylish finishes, landscaped gardens, beautiful communal areas, and world-class amenities. Importantly, there are no limits or prior authorisation requirements for citizens of any country to purchase any number of properties in SDAs, making them particularly attractive to non-EU nationals. Additionally, owners of SDA properties can rent them out without restrictions, enabling them to generate cash flow from their investment.

Cosmopolitan luxury

As the most cosmopolitan region in Malta, the North Harbour area hosts several SDAs. In St Julian’s, these include Portomaso, with its yacht marina and casino, Mercury Towers – Malta’s tallest building, designed by the renowned architect Zaha Hadid – and Pendergardens, offering a mix of apartments and villas. The most recent SDA to join the list is The ORA Residences, consisting of two residential towers overlooking St George’s Bay. A short distance away, in Sliema, one can find Tigné Point and the Fort Cambridge Zone, an area with high-end residences, offices and retail outlets that has become one of Malta’s top shopping destinations.

Secluded discretion

For those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Malta’s commercial hub, the SDAs in the north may be more to their taste. Tas-Sellum Residence, in Mellieħa, is conveniently located next to Malta’s largest sandy beach, but residents there can beat the summer crowds by using one of the complex’s three large swimming pools. If privacy is a priority, Madliena Village, a gated community nestled between rolling hills with stunning panoramic views, may be just what you are looking for. Meanwhile, one of Malta’s newest SDAs, still under development, is Verdala Terraces, centrally located in Rabat, just a stone’s throw from the old capital of Mdina.

A historic backdrop

For those who prefer their exclusive surroundings to be steeped in history, St Angelo Mansions, in Birgu, offers the ideal setting. Situated in the heart of the Grand Harbour against the backdrop of the iconic Fort St Angelo, the area is also convenient for boat owners, with a nearby yacht marina providing superyacht amenities.

Gozo

In Gozo, Fort Chambray is a unique development built inside a historic fort, where residents can walk along the ramparts while watching the sun set into the Mediterranean Sea, making it a romantic getaway like no other.

And more…

There are many more SDAs besides, each with a particular flavour, all combining Maltese charm with international trends. Whether used as a primary or seasonal residence, or held as an investment property, SDA real estate should be on every prospective property buyer’s radar.