9 Signs of the Perfect Neighbourhood

Buying your dream home in Malta

Buying your dream home in Malta is all about location – here’s how to make sure yours is right for you.

When buying any type of residential real estate in Malta or Gozo, your checklist will likely include all the details you are looking for in the property itself – but have you considered its location?

Indeed, ‘location, location, location’ is a famous real estate adage – and for good reason, as this is the one thing you will not be able to change about your new home. It is important not to buy a home just because the location is fashionable. This is because choosing a neighbourhood that doesn’t meet your needs could impact the comfort and convenience of your everyday life for years to come.

Therefore, choosing the perfect location of your dream home in Malta, during the purchasing procedure, is not a decision to be taken lightly. The aim of this article is to help you avoid any mistakes made when purchasing property for sale in Malta. 

The nine steps of a perfect neighbourhood

Here are nine helpful steps when property hunting to find the perfect neighbourhood and start life in a home in Malta or Gozo with a location you love.  

1. A like-minded community

The culture and a like-minded community is one of the very first important steps which makes or breaks a perfect neighbourhood. This is because buying property for sale in Malta or any type of real estate, the community needs to be a good fit for you (and vice versa).    

First, check if the recreational activities and facilities on offer locally match your lifestyle. Depending on you or your family’s needs, you might be looking for a nearby green area or park; sports and leisure facilities such as gyms, swimming pools or yoga classes; bike paths or hiking trails – or anything specific to your own lifestyle.

Once you have noted these nearby facilities, it is likely that meeting local people with similar interests will follow.

2. Schools in the area

Whether or not you have children, schools can affect the value of your home. It is crucial to consider whether there are any schools nearby before deciding and purchasing the home of your dreams. If you have children, we suggest to ask yourself “are there any schools near me?”. 

Schools near the area of your desired property in Malta can have a direct impact on the real estate market of a house. More specifically, on your home’s resale value – since having a school within an easy distance is a major selling point if listing it on the property market. 

Furthermore, buying real estate or a property for sale in Malta as your primary residence will also have a knock-on effect on your children. This is because schools offer family-oriented amenities like parks, childcare facilities or parenting groups. 

3. Accessible businesses, shops and supermarkets

Another important sign of the perfect neighbourhood involves easy access to businesses, shops and supermarkets. 

Long-term success is not likely to result from buying your ideal property for sale in Malta or Gozo if it is far from your regular grocery store, pharmacy, bank services and many more. Furthermore, it is important to check police or fire stations, public transport, hospitals, clinics and emergency rooms that need to be in close proximity of your new home.  

Hence, we suggest that before buying your new family home, irrelevant if you are an experienced property investor or a first-time buyer, you should always your homework and discover if these essential services are easily accessible to your property.

4. Malta property availability

A good neighbourhood will have a variety of property types available, from small studio apartments for sale through to larger townhouses for sale.

This is another moment to think about your long-term goals – might you want to upsize or downsize your home in years to come, but stay in the same area? If so, will you be able to find that property locally when the time is right?

5. Parking or car-free friendly

If you have a car, one of the first things to check is the availability of parking not just near or in front of your new home in Malta, but also in and around the local area.

However, an ideal neighbourhood will also give you plentiful options for moving around without your car. Check out if there are any hiking trails, high-quality pavements, bicycle lanes or pedestrian precincts.

6. Safety and crime rate

Another key part of choosing the perfect neighbourhood when buying a property in Malta or any type of hot real estate for sale should be safety and security.

A vigilant community with good street lighting and police presence will ensure that you have peace of mind whenever you go to the park with your family, walk at night, or leave your home to go on holiday.

7. Distance (and time) to work

When it comes to commuting to work every day, it is not just how far you will need to go, but how long the journey will take to and from your new home.

The most straightforward way to establish whether your commute time is feasible is to test run it during peak times, as well as when you expect to been route.

8. Attractive landscape

Visually, a great neighbourhood must look appealing.

Take a stroll around your local community and note any interesting architecture or design, along with the lighting and cleanliness of the streets. As you walk, make sure to also check for any noise pollution or unpleasant odours.

9. Plenty of local greenery

A landscape dotted with plenty of trees can add lots of value and character to any neighbourhood – and, by extension, to your new home too.

With thriving greenery and mature trees, the local area can benefit from more than just aesthetics. The extra shade they offer, along with fresher air and lowered pollution, can all boost your home’s resale value. 

The RE/MAX Takeaway

Your RE/MAX agent can guide you through every aspect of your property search, including finding your perfect neighbourhood. Get in touch with a RE/MAX Malta agent today and read about a guide to buying property in Malta.