Property News Articles in South Africa

High-end buyers snapping up SA's luxury properties at 'bargain' prices

KZN North Coast, Sandton and Cape Town remain popular with luxury buyers, with well-priced properties selling within days.

A look at SA's 2021 expected rate hikes and why sellers are 'dropping asking prices by 10%'

Industry experts look at the numbers influencing SA's rates cycle, with sellers warned about overpricing their properties under the current market conditions.

POPI compliance | Is your information officer ready?

A key requirement of the Protection of Personal of Personal Information Act (POPI) is the appointment of an Information Officer for your organisation.

Cape Town's West Coast gem Malmesbury attracting young buyers with homes just over R1m

Malmesbury is attracting an increasing number of home buyers, with starter homes now on offer at just over R1m, with repayments that are lower than local rental rates.

SA coastal gems seeing ongoing 'zoom town' demand

From the West Coast of Cape Town, through to the East Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, SA's seaside towns are now known as Zoom Towns, attracting buyers who able to work remotely while enjoying a better quality lifestyle.

First-time buyer? The need-to-knows before buying a house

Before deciding on purchasing a home, you need to understand how much you can afford to spend and what exactly you'll be paying for. Read this...

4 Dream homes for the elegant entertainer

Do you enjoy entertaining in style? These homes in Waterkloof, Habour Island, Ballito Central and Linksfield Ridge will capture your heart. Priced from R6.5m, take a look...

5 gorgeous Roodepoort properties on show this weekend

From estate homes to family houses in tree-lined streets and prices from R1.39m, take a look at what's on show this weekend in Joburg's Roodekoop...

Take a tour of Cape Town’s highest penthouse (complete with private bar and Jacuzzi)

Bree Street in Cape Town is one of the coolest streets in the Mother City - and now it is home to 'Cape Town’s highest penthouse'.

New investment opportunity for SA locals looking to 'hedge' in Mauritius

Best known for its exquisite white beaches and get-away-from-it-all lifestyle, this island paradise is making investment waves with its stable economic environment and appealing tax incentives.

Great opportunities for young property investors in Randburg

A budget of R1.5m to R2m in Randburg will buy a spacious three- to four bedroom family home on a sizeable plot in suburbs like Randpark Ridge, North Riding, Malanshof, Ferndale, Olivedale and Sharonlea.

Cape Metro homes for first-time buyers with a budget under R2m

Affordably priced homes below R1.5 million are very much in demand in the Cape Town Metro, to the extent that there is currently a shortage of stock in this price band.

2021 Top 10 lifestyle estates in the world | And what to expect from SA's top estates

New World Wealth shares its top 10 lifestyle estate picks for 2021, with South Africa and the United States both securing three estates each in the list. 

SA house price inflation simmers at 4% as prices 'trend sideways'

The 2021 house prices have "surprisingly outpaced consumer inflation", as Industry analysis shows the historically low interest rate's impact on the market is starting to cool.

Explore the African tradition | 6 Wild Coast homes from R1.5m

From the untamed beauty of Cintsa to rocky coastlines and sandy shores, you don't need to be a millionaire to own a holiday home on the Eastern Cape's scenic Wild Coast. Take a peek at these homes...