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Rental demand remains strong, but rising costs and debt are putting more pressure on South African households.

The rental market is exposing South Africa’s household cash crunch

One in four rental applicants flagged high-risk amid household cash crunch.

South Africa’s latest 25-basis-point rate increase is expected to test affordability and slow activity, although property groups say demand remains resilient in parts of the market.

SARB rate hike puts further pressure on South Africa’s housing market

South Africa’s latest 25-basis-point rate increase is expected to test affordability and slow activity, although property groups say demand remains resilient in parts of the market

Seeff Property Group chairman Samuel Seeff says the Reserve Bank should hold the repo rate this week, warning that another increase would put further pressure on households, property owners and the economic recovery.

Property sector urges SA Reserve Bank to hold repo rate and protect fragile economic recovery

Seeff Property Group chairman Samuel Seeff says the Reserve Bank should hold the repo rate this week, warning that another increase would put further pressure on households,…

Attacq, the major development partner in Waterfall City

Attacq raises full-year dividend by 17.2%

Attacq lifted its full-year dividend by 17.2% as higher occupancy and rental renewals increased distributable income, despite a decline in reported profit.

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Hyprop’s South African tenant turnover rises 5.9% to R29.8bn

Hyprop reported stronger trading across its South African and Eastern European malls, lifting FY2026 distributable income by 13.7% and total dividends by 14.4%.

 Sandton Sun & Towers in the heart of Sandton.

Johannesburg is changing — the property numbers tell the story

While full-title properties still make up the largest part of the property base, the growing role of sectional-title development is significant., as is

Fuel-price increases are putting the spotlight on commuting costs, location and the long-term affordability of owning a home.

Fuel price effect: How pump hikes are reshaping SA property hotspots

As pump prices surge, home buyers are forced to recalculate the true cost of suburban living versus urban proximity.

Construction underway in the Cape Town CBD. The construction pipeline expanded by over R13 billion as of June 2026.

South Africa's construction pipeline had positive growth in 12-month period

Using real indicators such as building approvals and tenders, this means the pipeline has increased by more than R13bn, or 7.4% year-on-year.

Andrew Konig, chief executive of Redefine Properties. Photo: Supplied

Redefine to reshape its R101.2bn portfolio

Redefine Properties recalibrates its approach to the property market, with strategic investments to meet the challenges of a world shaped by change.

Farm-style estates have become one of South Africa's fastest-growing residential trends, providing families with a unique lifestyle with the security and amenities of estate living.

Off-grid, secure and coastal: The evolution of South Africa’s farm-style estates

No more choosing between the Midlands and the ocean. How coastal farm estates are giving semigrating families the space, safety, and fresh air they actually want.

building plans take time to come to pass.

Is South Africa building enough homes?

South Africa may not be building enough homes to meet future demand.

Explore the changing dynamics of homeownership in South Africa as financial expert Bertie Nel discusses the implications of rising costs, shifting lifestyles, and the importance of professional advice in making informed property decisions.

Does buying a home still make financial sense?

South Africans weigh the costs of buying against the flexibility of renting.

Focus Park, a shopping centre in Rybnik, Poland, is among the shopping centres owned by NEPI Rockcastle in central and eastern Europe. Picture: Supplied

NEPI Rockcastle reports 3.5% rise in interim earnings, driven by energy growth and European expansion

NEPI Rockcastle has reported a 3.5% increase in interim distributable earnings.

As municipalities raise rates amidst declining infrastructure, property owners face additional costs of installing solar power systems to maintain stable electricity supply.

Is the cost of living in South Africa’s cities becoming unsustainable?

As municipalities raise rates amidst declining infrastructure, property owners face an unsustainable financial burden that threatens local economies.

Cranes are out, but there are still stock shortages.

South Africa is building more homes yet buyers are finding fewer

As South Africa approves more homes for construction, buyers face a tightening market with fewer options, leading to increased competition and pricing pressures for agents.

As younger South Africans are squeezed out of the property market, homeownership is increasingly becoming a question of wealth... and inheritance.

Will your children ever own a home in South Africa if they don't inherit yours?

Explore how rising costs and changing demographics are reshaping homeownership in South Africa, leaving younger generations questioning their future in the property market.