Cape Town Real Estate & Property Market

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

15.5%
Avg ROI
€104K
Avg Investment
€800
Avg Monthly Rent
4,618K
Population
data last updated 2026 August

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 €70,000 into a studio in Cape Town, expected rental income is about €7,200 per year. Annual property return excluding property price appreciation is 6.5%, which means the purchase pays back in about 15.4 years.

Property Types & Average Returns
Market overview by property category
Property Type Avg Size Average Price Monthly Rent Rental Yield
30 m² €70,000 €600 6.5%
45 m² €130,000 €850 5.8%
65 m² €200,000 €1,100 4.8%
90 m² €320,000 €1,600 4.0%
120 m² €350,000 €2,000 4.0%
130 m² €550,000 €2,500 3.5%
180 m² €900,000 €4,500 3.0%
250 m² €1,200,000 €5,000 2.8%
Investment Returns Calculator
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Investment Amount Monthly Return Annual Return ROI
€358 €4,300 4.3%
Market Statistics
Current market trends and performance indicators
Metric Current Value YoY Change
Average Property Price €104,000 +11.5%
Average Monthly Rent €800
Rental Yield 9.5%
Price per m² €1,500
Properties Sold YTD 18,000
Average Days on Market 42 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
€800
/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 €104,000, or about €1,500 per m², based on AI-modeled estimates.

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