Top local markets for property investors in 2025.

Suburbs and smaller towns, once overlooked by those tethered to urban offices, are now experiencing a surge in popularity as more people are able to prioritise lifestyle factors such as space, safety, and access to nature.

New R100m housing project in Walmer with at least 120 units and offering investment opportunities will address a rental accommodation shortage.

Much has been said about the attributes of living on a residential estate, and while lifestyle appeal is a crucial component, the fact is the sound investment value both in terms of capital appreciation and potential rental income also speaks volumes to property buyers across the country, says Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property group.

Relocating for a better lifestyle which includes living off the grid in a more self-sustainable manner is catching on fast in the coastal Garden Route areas of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Sedgefield.

National property management company Trafalgar has announced the merger of its Garden Route operation with that of Choice Property Management Services in Knysna, which it recently purchased.

The property market in Knysna has now finally turned the corner after several slow years, and is once again enjoying popularity as one of SA’s top choices for those buying leisure and retirement homes.

The value of a property directly influences rates payable on that property and in an area like Knysna.

The future of the Eden Campus in Karatara outside Knysna hangs in the balance while the Knysna municipality and educators clash over the college‘s lease on the public buildings which house the institution.

Global construction material producer Lafarge has firmed its foothold in the booming Garden Route construction market.