Cape Town Real Estate & Property Market

AI-driven prices, trends, and investment data for Cape Town

15.5%
Avg ROI
€150K
Avg Investment
€850
Avg Monthly Rent
4,618K
Population
data last updated 2026 October

Investment Opportunities in Cape Town

Market insights, price per m², rent ranges, and ROI analysis will appear once data verification is complete.

If you invest about €50,000 into a studio in Cape Town, expected rental income is about €6,240 per year. Annual property return excluding property price appreciation is 10.4%, which means the purchase pays back in about 9.6 years.

Property Types & Average Returns
Market overview by property category
Property Type Avg Size Average Price Monthly Rent Rental Yield
30 m² €50,000 €520 10.4%
45 m² €75,000 €775 10.4%
65 m² €150,000 €940 5.5%
120 m² €220,000 €1,100 4.0%
90 m² €250,000 €1,145 3.5%
130 m² €400,000 €1,500 2.5%
180 m² €700,000 €2,300 2.0%
300 m² €1,000,000 €2,900 1.5%
Investment Returns Calculator
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Investment Amount Monthly Return Annual Return ROI
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€415 €4,980 5.0%
Market Statistics
Current market trends and performance indicators
Metric Current Value YoY Change
Average Property Price €150,000 +11.0%
Average Monthly Rent €850 —
Rental Yield 9.5% —
Price per m² €2,500 —
Properties Sold YTD 15,000 —
Average Days on Market 45 days —

Figures are AI-modeled estimates and do not represent guaranteed outcomes — not investment advice. Learn how they're produced in our methodology, see the metric glossary, or view the full rental yield ranking.

Cape Town at a Glance

Key insights into local investment infrastructure

4,618K
inhabitants
11
schools
8
malls
2
airport nearby
€850
/month avg rent

Frequently Asked Questions about Cape Town

Key investment metrics, based on AI-modeled market estimates

What is the average rental yield in Cape Town?

The average gross rental yield in Cape Town is approximately 9.5%, based on AI-modeled market estimates.

What ROI can you expect from property in Cape Town?

The average modeled return on investment for property in Cape Town is around 15.5% per year, excluding price appreciation.

What is the average property price in Cape Town?

The average property price in Cape Town is approximately €150,000, or about €2,500 per m², based on AI-modeled estimates.

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