Gozo Malta · Area Guide
Living in Xaghra
Gozo's village above the Ggantija Temples. Xaghra is one of Gozo's most popular villages for foreign buyers and expats — a well-preserved hilltop village with panoramic views, home to the Ggantija Temples (older than Stonehenge). It offers a genuine village community, good local services, and a growing international resident population without losing its Gozitan character.
Live market data
What Xaghra costs today
Median rents and sale prices, updated from live listings across Malta's top agencies.
Median Rent
€1,000/mo
250 rentals listed
Median Sale Price
€406k
156 for sale
Rent / m²
€8/mo
Sale / m²
€2142
Area snapshot
The feel of the place
Honest, local context on vibe, transport and who fits best — written by people who actually live in Malta.
Vibe
Village community, panoramic, expat-friendly, prehistoric
Transport
Bus connections to Victoria and Marsalforn. Car recommended for full exploration.
Key amenities
Ggantija Temples, village square, restaurants, local shops, proximity to Ramla Bay.
Best for
- Expats settling in Gozo
- Retirees
- History lovers
- Foreign buyers
Less ideal for
- Those needing urban Gozo facilities
Property & investment
Buying in Xaghra
What stock looks like and how the area performs as an investment — straight from market data.
Property types
Character townhouses, farmhouses, and some apartments. Popular with foreign buyers. Prices have risen with interest.
Investor notes
One of Gozo's most in-demand villages for foreign buyers. Holiday let and long-let both work well.
Frequently asked
Quick answers
What are the Ggantija Temples?
A UNESCO-listed prehistoric temple complex dating to 3600 BC — one of the world's oldest religious structures, predating both Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids.
Is Xaghra popular with expats?
Yes — it is one of the most popular Gozo villages for foreign buyers and long-stay expats, with a good mix of local and international residents.
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