Żabbar is a historic town on the edge of the Cottonera area, best known for the Sanctuary Basilica of Our Lady of Graces and for an active local festa tradition that draws visitors from across the island each year. Its historic core sits alongside newer residential development that has expanded the town considerably in recent decades.
Property market
Żabbar’s property market carries moderate price levels and moderate rental demand, and it is generally more affordable than the coastal Harbour towns closer to the Grand Harbour itself. The town’s housing stock spans a still-recognisable historic centre around the basilica through to more recent residential streets on its outskirts.
Who buys in Żabbar
Żabbar attracts owner-occupiers looking for an affordable base with a genuine historic core and strong local community identity, as well as landlords targeting steady residential demand. Its position on the edge of Cottonera gives it reasonable access to the Three Cities and the Grand Harbour without the price premium those waterfront locations command.