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Gzira
Sliema, Malta · Neighborhood Guide
Sliema's affordable neighbour — same access, lower prices. Manoel Island is being developed into a luxury marina. 1-BR €800–€1,100. Best value for the Sliema lifestyle.
Data verified June 15, 2026
Gzira at a Glance
Budget-Friendly
Cost Level
€800–€1,100/month (1-BR)
Rent Range
Safe — residential area, improving with Manoel Island development
Safety
100–300 Mbps fiber
Internet
Who Lives in Gzira?
Budget-conscious expats, iGaming juniors, young European professionals, Maltese students.
Living in Gzira — Practical Details
Walkability
Excellent — flat, compact, with Sliema and Msida both walkable
Grocery & Food Access
Good — Lidl, small supermarkets, and Sliema shops all within walking distance
Getting Around
- Bus routes to Valletta and all Malta
- Walking to Sliema (10 min)
- Valletta ferry from Sliema (15 min walk)
Nearby Coworking
- BNiN Coworking (10 min walk)
- Quad Towers (15 min)
- Entrepreneurship Hive Msida (10 min)
Insider Tips for Gzira
- 1Gzira offers 80% of the Sliema lifestyle at 60% of the price — the smart expat's choice
- 2Manoel Island marina development will transform Gzira's waterfront — early movers benefit from current pricing
- 3The Ta' Qali farmers' market (Sunday) is worth the bus ride for fresh, cheap produce
- 4Join the Malta Expats Facebook group (50k+ members) — the most active resource for apartment hunting
FAQ — Gzira, Sliema
What is Gzira like for expats?
Gzira is a budget-friendly neighborhood in Sliema. Sliema's affordable neighbour — same access, lower prices. Manoel Island is being developed into a luxury marina. 1-BR €800–€1,100. Best value for the Sliema lifestyle. Best for: Budget-conscious expats and remote workers who want Sliema access without Sliema prices
How much does it cost to live in Gzira, Sliema?
Gzira is classified as "Budget-Friendly" in Sliema. Typical rent: €800–€1,100/month (1-BR). Total monthly budget in Sliema: €1,800–€2,800/mo.
Is Gzira safe for expats?
Safe — residential area, improving with Manoel Island development
Who lives in Gzira?
Budget-conscious expats, iGaming juniors, young European professionals, Maltese students.
Other Neighborhoods in Sliema
Sliema Seafront (Il-Ferrovija)
Higher-EndThe prime promenade addresses — sea-facing apartments, cafés, and the morning run route for the entire expat community. 1-BR €1,400–€1,800. Premium views; noise from bars on weekends.
Tigné / St Julian's boundary
LuxuryUpscale modern development with Portomaso towers, the Tigné Point shopping mall, and direct harbour views. 1-BR €1,200–€1,600. Malta's most modern and prestigious residential address.
Msida / Ta' Xbiex
Budget-FriendlyUniversity area and yacht marina district. Home to University of Malta, lots of young professionals and students. 1-BR €750–€1,050. Very walkable; great café scene.
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