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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How ‘refirement’ is reshaping senior housing
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How ‘refirement’ is reshaping senior housing

Retirement is not the same concept that it used to be, and this is changing the property market.

What the latest SA stats mean for the housing market
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What the latest SA stats mean for the housing market

The new General Household Survey (GHS) report just released by StatsSA has huge implications for the residential property sector.

Why first time buyers are choosing Pretoria
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Why first time buyers are choosing Pretoria

Pretoria remains the number one choice for first time home buyers, here's why.

Buying property at home still a good option for SA expats
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Buying property at home still a good option for SA expats

South African property is still a good investment opportunity for expatriates who intend coming home.

When to buy a holiday home
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When to buy a holiday home

Savvy investors should seize the opportunity to find their holiday home in the peace and stillness of the off-season before the crowds arrive to drive up prices.

Rental market booming in Queensburgh
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Rental market booming in Queensburgh

Why rental demand in the inland town of Queensburgh in KZN is high.

Gordon's Bay property more affordable
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Gordon's Bay property more affordable

Coastal property in this prime spot is now on offer from just R500 000.

Keeping afloat in a slow property market
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Keeping afloat in a slow property market

Advice for property buyers and sellers to survive the slow property market.

Is it time to downsize?
Property Advice

Is it time to downsize?

Weighing up the pros and cons of downsizing your home.