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The South African
2 days ago
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- The South African
The most expensive neighbourhood per South African province
South Africa's property landscape is sharply divided. Affordable homes are still beyond reach for most, yet high-end real estate keeps pulling in major investment. From exclusive seaside escapes to elite city suburbs, here's a look at the most expensive neighbourhoods in each South African province… Average property price: R19 million Sandhurst is synonymous with luxury in Johannesburg. This elite, expensive neighbourhood is home to some of the city's wealthiest residents and foreign embassies. Properties here are characterised by expansive estates and high-end amenities. Luxury apartments in Sandton. Image: canva Average property price: R6.5 million Zimbali Coastal Resort in Ballito leads KwaZulu-Natal's luxury market. The estate offers beachfront properties, golf courses, and resort-style living. High-end homes have sold in this expensive neighbourhood for up to R24.5 million, reflecting its appeal to affluent buyers. Average property price: R43.9 million Clifton remains South Africa's most exclusive suburb, with its prime location between the Atlantic Ocean and Lion's Head. The area boasts luxury apartments and multi-level villas with direct ocean views. Recent sales have reached up to R150 million, underscoring its status as the pinnacle of South African real estate. Clifton, Cape Town. Image: canva Average property price: R5 million to R10 million Sonheuwel, along with estates like The Rest and Matumi Golf Estate, represents the pinnacle of luxury living in Mbombela. These expensive neighbourhoods offer scenic views, security, and modern amenities, attracting high-end buyers. Average property price: R5.3 million St Francis Bay is the Eastern Cape's premier coastal destination. Known for its canals and Mediterranean-style homes, the area has seen properties sell for as much as R28 million, highlighting its desirability among luxury buyers. Homes in St Francis Bay. Image: canva Average property price: R2.5 million Cashan stands out in Rustenburg for its modern homes and proximity to amenities. The expensive neighbourhood attracts professionals and business owners, with properties offering comfort and convenience in a serene setting. Average property price: R3 million Woodland Hills Wildlife Estate offers a blend of luxury living and natural surroundings. This secure estate features spacious homes, wildlife, and recreational facilities, making it a top choice for high-income residents in South Africa's Free State. Woodland Hills, Bloemfontein. Image: wikimedia commons Average property price: R2.8 million Bendor is Polokwane's most sought-after suburb, featuring upscale estates and proximity to shopping centers and schools. The area's growth reflects its status as a hub for affluent residents in South Africa's Limpopo. Average property price: R1.8 million Hadison Park is Kimberley's premier suburb, known for its well-maintained properties and family-friendly environment. The area continues to attract professionals seeking quality homes in South Africa's Northern Cape. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The South African
13-05-2025
- Business
- The South African
South Africa's most expensive neighbourhoods by province
South Africa's real estate market is a study in contrast. While affordable housing remains out of reach for many, the top end of the market continues to attract serious money. From coastal enclaves to urban strongholds, here's a province-by-province breakdown of the most expensive neighbourhoods across the country… ADVERTISEMENT Western Cape – Clifton, Cape Town Average property price: R43.9 million Clifton remains South Africa's most exclusive suburb, with its prime location between the Atlantic Ocean and Lion's Head. The area boasts luxury apartments and multi-level villas with direct ocean views. Recent sales have reached up to R150 million, underscoring its status as the pinnacle of South African real estate. Gauteng – Sandhurst, Sandton Average property price: R19 million Sandhurst is synonymous with luxury in Johannesburg. This elite, expensive neighbourhood is home to some of the city's wealthiest residents and foreign embassies. Properties here are characterised by expansive estates and high-end amenities. KwaZulu-Natal – Zimbali, Ballito, South Africa Average property price: R6.5 million Zimbali Coastal Resort in Ballito leads KwaZulu-Natal's luxury market. The estate offers beachfront properties, golf courses, and resort-style living. High-end homes have sold in this expensive neighbourhood for up to R24.5 million, reflecting its appeal to affluent buyers. ADVERTISEMENT Eastern Cape – St Francis Bay Average property price: R5.3 million St Francis Bay is the Eastern Cape's premier coastal destination. Known for its canals and Mediterranean-style homes, the area has seen properties sell for as much as R28 million, highlighting its desirability among luxury buyers. Free State – Woodland Hills, Bloemfontein, South Africa Average property price: R3 million Woodland Hills Wildlife Estate offers a blend of luxury living and natural surroundings. This secure estate features spacious homes, wildlife, and recreational facilities, making it a top choice for high-income residents in South Africa's Free State. North West – Cashan, Rustenburg Average property price: R2.5 million Cashan stands out in Rustenburg for its modern homes and proximity to amenities. The expensive neighbourhood attracts professionals and business owners, with properties offering comfort and convenience in a serene setting. ADVERTISEMENT Limpopo – Bendor, Polokwane, South Africa Average property price: R2.8 million Bendor is Polokwane's most sought-after suburb, featuring upscale estates and proximity to shopping centers and schools. The area's growth reflects its status as a hub for affluent residents in South Africa's Limpopo. Mpumalanga – Sonheuwel, Mbombela Average property price: R5 million to R10 million Sonheuwel, along with estates like The Rest and Matumi Golf Estate, represents the pinnacle of luxury living in Mbombela. These expensive neighbourhoods offer scenic views, security, and modern amenities, attracting high-end buyers. Northern Cape – Hadison Park, Kimberley, South Africa Average property price: R1.8 million Hadison Park is Kimberley's premier suburb, known for its well-maintained properties and family-friendly environment. The area continues to attract professionals seeking quality homes in South Africa's Northern Cape. ADVERTISEMENT Where would you like to live in South Africa? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1. Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
