Renting your property — not only in Malta but anywhere — can feel overwhelming
The biggest fear for landlords is wasting time: waiting for weeks, replying to endless messages, and still not finding a reliable tenant.
That’s why preparation and transparency matter more than anything else.
Here’s how to get your property ready, present it honestly, and make it stand out — so it actually gets rented.
Why Preparation Matters More Than You Think
Malta has a small and competitive rental market, which means first impressions can make or break your listing. Even a fairly priced apartment won’t attract attention if the photos are blurry or the description looks copy-pasted. This isn’t about perfection — it’s about trust. Tenants just want to feel confident they’re not being misled. As they scroll through hundreds of listings every day, they’ll stop at the one that looks real, well-lit, and properly maintained.
How to Take Professional Photos (Without Hiring a Photographer)
- Listings with bright, natural photos get up to three times more enquiries.
Take your photos between 9 AM and 4 PM when natural light is best — open the curtains, switch on the lights, and avoid harsh shadows. - Shoot from eye level — keeping the camera straight makes rooms look natural and spacious.
- Try to capture the whole room, not just the furniture. Stand in a corner or doorway to get as much of the space as possible.
- Highlight key features like the balcony, kitchen, bathroom, or a nice view if you have one.
- Avoid filters and over-editing.
- Skip wide-angle — they make the place look bigger online, but much smaller in person. It’s one of the main reasons tenants feel disappointed when they visit.
If you’d like to rent out your property with less hassle, Letify’s Launch Offer helps you handle everything — from taking professional photos and videos to publishing your listing and sharing it across our channels.
How to Write a Transparent and Helpful Description
Before writing anything, walk through your property as if you were a potential tenant. Ask yourself: What would I want to know before booking a viewing? Focus on the practical details tenants care about:
- What’s nearby (bus stop, supermarket, gym)?
- What’s included (AC, internet, balcony, washing machine, dryer, AC in every room)?
- How many rooms are there and what are the dimensions?
- What’s the total price and what does it include?
The more transparent you are, the more you’ll filter out people who aren’t genuinely interested — and attract those who are.
How to Set a Fair and Realistic Price
Rental prices in Malta vary a lot depending on the area and the time of year.
Before setting a price, compare similar listings nearby. Overpriced properties tend to sit empty for weeks. Listings that are priced fairly — and presented well — attract serious tenants much faster.
Why Being Responsive and Honest Pays Off
If your listing is honest — with real photos, accurate details, and no exaggeration — you’ve already done most of the work. When a tenant contacts you, they’re already half-convinced. Good descriptions and genuine photos save you time. You won’t waste hours chatting on WhatsApp or clarifying missing details for people who were never serious in the first place. If you share everything upfront, you naturally filter out fake or mismatched enquiries — and that’s exactly what you want.
Once your listing goes live, reply to enquiries quickly and clearly. Most tenants reach out to several landlords at once, so the faster and more straightforward you are, the better your chances. If something isn’t included (like utilities or AC in bedrooms), mention it right away.
Transparency saves everyone’s time — and it always attracts better tenants.
