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Market & Opinion
Semigration driving economic growth in smaller South African towns
27 Feb 2023
According to Warren Aronson, Business Development Executive from Aucor Property, smaller South African towns, known as second tier cities, have seen a significant growth in the past few years. Not only do these cities offer more affordable living options, but they also provide better quality working environments away from the hustle and bustle of major urban hubs. With remote work becoming the norm in many industries, there's never been a better time to explore the possibilities of living and working in these phenomenal smaller cities.
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Lifestyle & Architecture
A brand new R1.3bn luxury mall for Umhlanga
16 Nov 2022
The luxurious and much anticipated Oceans Mall, part of the R4.3 billion mixed-use Oceans Umhlanga Development, opened opens its doors to shoppers on Tuesday 15 November 2022.
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Market & Opinion
Here are the richest areas in South Africa and prime property trends for luxury homes
01 Nov 2022
According to data from New World Wealth there are approximately 3 600 homes in South Africa that are valued at over R18 million (as of June 2022). By this measure, South Africa ranks as the 25th largest prime residential property market in the world, well ahead of the other countries in Africa and in line with big emerging markets such as India and Brazil.
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Market & Opinion
Super luxury property rentals are back, driven by local and foreign demand
22 Aug 2022
The luxury housing rental market continues its strong recovery according to the Seeff Property Group’s rental agents. Areas such as the Cape Town Atlantic Seaboard, Constantia Upper, Bishopscourt, Sandton, Paarl, Franschhoek and luxury estates, in particular, are once again achieving monthly rentals of over R100,000 per month.
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