Market

There is nothing stagnant about the property industry and Private Property will keep you in the loop through its dedicated Property News portal. Important elements such as whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market, industry trends, and property news specific to South Africa are covered in this section.

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Areas of vibrant growth in the residential property market
News

Areas of vibrant growth in the residential property market

Property trends indicate pockets of strength, which achieve large growth in certain areas of South Africa's property market.

News

Gauteng - rich in gold, history, architecture and culture

Gauteng is now also the hub of the country’s financial, business and industrial sectors. What does this mean for property?

Golf Estates: Are they Sustainable in the Long Term?
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Golf Estates: Are they Sustainable in the Long Term?

It seems that all around privileged South Africa, a new golf estate is popping up. As popular as they may be, are they economically sustainable?

Heidelberg hideaway
Lifestyle and Decor

Heidelberg hideaway

The agricultural town of Heidelberg continues to attract Joburg workers as well as retirees who each enjoy the town’s tranquillity.

Tshwane high-end safe from market vagaries
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Tshwane high-end safe from market vagaries

High-end property in Tshwane has proven to be impervious to fluctuations in the market over the past 20 years.

How does an interest rate hike affect you?
Property Advice

How does an interest rate hike affect you?

An increase in the interest rate affects both first time property buyers, as well as current home owners. Here's how.

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SARB increases repo rate by 25 basis points

The SARB Monetary Policy Committee has increased the repo rate by 25 basis points.

Don't overextend yourself when buying a home
Property Advice

Don't overextend yourself when buying a home

It’s vital not to over-extend yourself on additional items you think are ‘necessary’ to complement your new home as doing so could ultimately put you at risk of losing your dream home.

Rocking market for Umhlanga property
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Rocking market for Umhlanga property

Umhlanga AKA Sandton-by-the-Sea is attracting buyers in droves, find out what makes this area so attractive to buyers.