South Africa Property Market Update November 2025
South Africa Property Market Update November 2025
The past few weeks have been lekker busy in the property game. Interest rates have dropped, confidence is picking up, and buyers are starting to knock on doors again. If you’re an agent, this is your chance to hustle smart and help your clients make the most of the current vibe.
Big changes lately
Interest rate cut: The Reserve Bank trimmed the repo rate to 6.75%, which means prime is now sitting at 10.25%. Translation? Monthly bond repayments are lighter, and more buyers can actually afford to jump in.
Investor confidence boost: Ratings agency S&P gave South Africa a thumbs-up by upgrading our foreign currency rating. That’s a signal to investors that the country’s looking more stable, so expect more buy-to-let and sectional title interest.
Transfer duty relief: Homes under R1.21m don’t attract transfer duty. For first-time buyers, that’s a big saving — and a solid selling point for agents.
What agents should do right now
Revisit old leads: Those buyers who just missed affordability a few months back? Call them. With lower rates, they might be back in the game.
Get paperwork tight: Encourage buyers to sort out their pre-approvals and credit checks early. Clean offers move faster.
Push the right stock: Sectional title units, lock-up-and-go apartments, and fibre-ready homes are hot. People want convenience and low running costs.
Prep investor packs: Simple yield sheets with rental comps, levies, and rates will make investors feel confident. Keep it transparent and easy to read.
Trends to keep an eye on
Compact living: Young professionals are chasing smaller, well-located units with shared amenities and energy-efficient features.
Sectional title strength: Buyers are cautious but still keen — smaller, well-managed complexes are proving resilient.
Urban rentals heating up: Fibre, security, and proximity to work hubs are key. Sandton, Claremont, Durban North, and Pretoria East are buzzing.
Mixed-use precincts: Lifestyle-driven areas in Joburg and Cape Town (live-work-play setups) are pulling steady demand.
Advice for your sellers and buyers
For sellers:
Price realistically — don’t get greedy. Buyers are back, but they’re still budget-conscious.
Highlight the good stuff: fibre, solar readiness, security, and walkability.
Stage properly — pro photos and neat listings make a huge difference.
For buyers:
Lock in affordability now while rates are down.
Use the transfer duty break under R1.21m to save cash.
Think beyond the bond — levies, utilities, and energy costs matter for monthly budgets.
Areas doing particularly well
Sandton, Claremont, Durban North, Pretoria East: High demand, strong sales, and solid value growth.
Cape Town luxury market: Still leading the pack for premium properties.
Buffalo City and Polokwane: Mid-tier growth is strong, with affordability drawing buyers in.
Final Take
The market is shifting, and buyers are waking up again — but remember, it’s not just about the listings you have, it’s about how visible and credible you look when sellers start searching. Make sure your BestAgent.co.za profile is sharp: keep your bio informative, highlight your specialties, experience, and qualifications, and upload your latest sold listings. Don’t forget to request reviews from both sellers and buyers when you close a deal — those fresh stats and testimonials are what push you up the rankings in your area. At the end of the day, sellers want proof, and BestAgent gives them exactly that. If your profile is up to date, you’ll stand out, build trust, and be the agent they call first.