The consequences could be catastrophic for nearly 65% of the real estate agencies in the country.
In some parts of London, where finding a good rental space is already a bit of a nightmare, landlords are really ‘taking the p*ss’ and targeting renters with ‘no-sex’ clauses in their tenancy agreements.
if you’re thinking of selling your granny’s home in Rondebosch – don’t. Sit on that goldmine for a little while longer.
More than half of the Cape Town CBD apartments left empty during the first year of the pandemic were filled by the end of 2021.
When it comes to average rental prices it’s no surprise that the Western Cape leads the way.
Apartments come with a bed and a shower. That’s pretty much standard, I think we can agree. But being able to lie in bed and turn on the shower? Yeah, that’s unusual.
Over the past 12 months, rental agents have noticed a shift, with more and more tenants considering life in the ‘burbs.
We’re used to shelling out high rental prices in Cape Town, but what might get you something decent here, will land you a hovel in New York.
Assuming you’re willing to fork out R100 000 a month to live in somebody else’s home, here are two options.
The Camps Bay strip is always prime property, and this listing, from Seeff, is about as close as you can get to the beach without waking up with sand between your toes.
Everybody knows that real estate in London is expensive, but let’s look at it comparatively.
R280 000 isn’t exactly small change, so you would expect some cracking views out over the Atlantic Seaboard for such a price. You’re in luck.
Renting property in the city centre of any metro can really eat into your budget, which is why co-living is becoming the easiest way to save cash and live well.
We know that we’re paying over the top rental prices down here by the sea, but a new report shows how those prices are out of touch with the average salary.
If you have loads of cash, but aren’t keen on buying property, then this “gracious family residence” in Bishopscourt is just the ticket.
If you have R20 000 a month to fling at a rental, and are happy with a single bedroom, then you’ll love this little lock-up-and-go in Sea Point.
You can rent a six-bedroom villa in Clifton for a quarter of a million a night, complete with a butler, chef and canapes on arrival.
Airbnb has revolutionised the way that people explore new places when travelling, but they’re also negatively affecting rental prices and local communities.
For the first time in the best part of a decade, the Cape Town property market is feeling the pinch. That’s affecting rental prices, too.
If you have found yourself with a house full of strangers over this December, you might want to consider a few things before opening up your doors.
For some, the thought of earning extra income through home rentals brings on the biggest headache – but there’s a way to do it without the worries. Read here
Clifton could be regarded as the sexiest place in Cape Town, what with its beach-going lifestyle and endless views – but the price might be a bit, umm, much.
If you haven’t heard of Airbnb by now you really are out of the loop. Turns out the accommodation service is proving rather popular down in this neck of the woods.
It’s always nice when someone does all the hard work for you when it comes to comparing property prices. Rental in two of Cape Town’s more sought after locations? Come on in.
Heading off on the journey from home can be emotional, draining and exhausting, but here’s how to take a lot of that and throw it out the window.
We know you’re striving to live the dream while working for yourself, building up your business one email at a time. And we know that if you do this sitting at home all day, it’s probably not going to happen…
Trying to cram everything into your car can be quite the stressful task. The average South African is going to have a tough time moving large possessions around considering their tools…
With Summer around the corner, it’s only a matter of time before we hear about the rates charged for fancy Cape Town homes. This particular property charges R100,000 a day. And that’s not just for Summer – that’s throughout the year!
Not content with their eco-friendly courtesy car and equally planet-saving earthworm farm, the Mount Nelson hotel has another climate-change-reversing offering for Cape Town visitors and locals alike – electric bicycle rentals!