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Special Designated Areas

A special designated area in real estate refers to a specific zone or location that has been officially set apart by local authorities with distinctive regulations or guidelines. These areas may include historic districts, conservation zones, enterprise zones, or tax incentive districts. The primary purpose of designating such areas is to achieve specific objectives such as preserving cultural heritage, protecting natural resources, stimulating economic growth, or revitalising communities.

For instance, historic districts are aimed at safeguarding buildings of historical significance, while conservation areas focus on preserving natural landscapes and biodiversity. Enterprise zones often offer tax incentives or other benefits to attract businesses and investment, contributing to economic development.

Understanding these special designated areas is crucial for real estate developers, investors, and homeowners as they navigate through various regulations and opportunities within specific geographic zones.

Buying in a special designated area offers several benefits:

Exclusivity: Special designated areas often boast unique features, such as scenic views, proximity to amenities, or architectural significance, making properties within them highly sought after and exclusive.
Potential for Higher Property Value: Properties in special designated areas tend to hold their value well over time and may even experience appreciation due to their desirability and limited availability.
Quality of Life: These areas often offer enhanced quality of life, with access to amenities like parks, schools, shopping centers, and recreational facilities, creating a desirable living environment for residents.
Investment Potential: Buying in a special designated area can be a sound investment, as the demand for properties in these locations typically remains strong, offering potential for long-term financial gains.
Sense of Community: Residents of special designated areas often enjoy a strong sense of community, with shared interests and values, fostering a supportive and cohesive neighborhood environment.

Special Designated Areas

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Fort Cambridge, Sliema

Situated on the site of an historic fort in Malta, the seafront apartments in Malta offer residents apartments, duplexes and penthouses with spectacular sea views, a safe, serene environment and proximity to high street shops and restaurants.

Fort Chambray , Gozo

Fort Chambray is one of the most exciting property investment opportunities in the Mediterranean. Originally built by the Knights of St John, the Fort combines an eclectic and exciting history with an impressive future as a centre for luxury, excellence and all the good things in life.

Fortress Gardens, Sliema

For those who seek a car free environment and assured security, Fortress Gardens meets every need. Landscaped walkways and wide promenades effortlessly link green spaces, communal piazzas, shopping, sport and wellness facilities, and an array of al fresco and enclosed cafes and restaurants.

Kempinski Residences, Gozo

Individual stylish apartments offer modern refined comfort together with legendary Kempinski service.

Madliena Village Complex, Madliena

Madliena Village is a gated residential complex of individual homes with full security and administrative services. If you’re looking for peace and tranquil, with silent nights and calm days, yet only a few minutes’ drive away from the busy shopping areas, the swimming-spots and entertainment centres, then this development is surely not to be missed.

Mercury Towers and Suites, St. Julians

Mercury Towers Is A Mixed Use Development Designed By The World Class And Internationally Renowned Architectural Firm Zaha Hadid Architects.

Metropolis Towers, Gzira

Residents and workers within the M-towers will experience some of the most spectacular views in Malta including those of Malta’s fortified capital, Valletta, the yacht marina at Ta’Xbiex, the inlet known as Sliema ‘creek’ and the historically significant Manoel Island.

Pendergardens, St. Julian's

This luxury property offers all the amenities of a metropolitan centre, yet with all the comforts and security of an exclusive community where everything is within reach.

Piazetta Seafront, Sliema

Located in the cosmopolitan heart of Sliema, just opposite the sea and with a myriad of amenities on site and in its proximity, this iconic development is superbly accessibly with ample on-site parking facilities and frequent public transportation connections at its doorstep.

Portomaso, St. Julians

Portomaso is the most exclusive residential, business and leisure development on the island. Popular with local buyers and foreign investors. An excellent investment opportunity in Malta’s Property Market.

Quad Business Towers, Imriehel

The Quad Central is a stunning development, sited in the geographic centre of Malta. This mixed-use development will provide an exciting mix of Grade A professional, retail and commercial office space in Malta.

Southridge, Mellieha

These homes command spectacular south-facing, unobstructed views from their front terraces.

St Angelo Mansions, Birgu

The apartments have been built on three aspects, located between the city of Vittoriosa/Birgu and Fort St Angelo, and bounded by the waters of the Grand Harbour. There are a large number of restaurants, museums, village shops and a casino within walking distance.

Ta’ Monita Residence, Marsascala

Ta’ Monita covers an area of over 18,000 square meters and its redevelopment shall result in apartments ranging from studio flats to 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses. The facilities include a swimming pool, a piazza and underground parking.

Tas-Sellum Residence, Mellieha

Tas-Sellum apartments are a development of modern, spacious, and comfortable apartments located only 50-metres from the sea in beautiful Mellieha.

The Shoreline Residences, Kalkara

Benefitting from its unique seafront location overlooking the crystal clear, azure Mediterranean Sea, The Shoreline offers an unparalleled mix of luxury accommodation, superb views and community amenities right outside your door. Located in a safe and access-controlled environment, literally a stone’s throw from the seafront.

Tigne Point, Sliema

The development also offers leisure activities, retail outlets, cafés and restaurants. One of the most salient aspects of this project is the fact that all traffic has been routed underground, providing a 30 acre car-free zone at ground level. The development also provides extensive open public spaces, a series of foreshore walkways and a second open space planned for the Tigné North phase.

Trident Park, Birkirkara

Trident Park is a stunning large-scale project, which will see one of Malta’s finest 20th Century industrial buildings transformed into a thriving and vibrant green office campus and world class business destination. Located in the heart of the emergent Central Business District.

Verdala Terraces, Rabat

An exclusive enclave that strikes a balance between luxury and nature, modernity and tradition, privacy and community. A unique opportunity to own a home that is a true extension of your personality, taste and style.

Vista Point, Gozo

Bringing together modern architecture and design, that caters for the needs of the modern lifestyles whilst at the same time respecting its environmental setting in the one of Gozo's most picturesque backdrops. One of Vista Point's key features are the spectacular views - the apartments situated on the north side of the project enjoy marvellous sea views whilst those located on the south side enjoy natural views and breathtaking panoramas of Gozo's countryside.