Johannesburg Real Estate & Property Market

AI-driven prices, trends, and investment data for Johannesburg

12.5%
Avg ROI
€115K
Avg Investment
€1,000
Avg Monthly Rent
5,635K
Population
data last updated 2026 October

Investment Opportunities in Johannesburg

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If you invest about €42,000 into a studio in Johannesburg, expected rental income is about €6,600 per year. Annual property return excluding property price appreciation is 5.5%, which means the purchase pays back in about 18.2 years.

Property Types & Average Returns
Market overview by property category
Property Type Avg Size Average Price Monthly Rent Rental Yield
30 m² €42,000 €550 5.5%
45 m² €70,000 €720 5.0%
65 m² €115,000 €1,000 4.7%
90 m² €185,000 €1,450 4.3%
120 m² €290,000 €2,000 4.0%
110 m² €220,000 €1,600 3.7%
170 m² €520,000 €3,000 3.3%
250 m² €750,000 €3,500 3.0%
Investment Returns Calculator
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Investment Amount Monthly Return Annual Return ROI
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€349 €4,190 4.2%
Market Statistics
Current market trends and performance indicators
Metric Current Value YoY Change
Average Property Price €115,000 +3.0%
Average Monthly Rent €1,000 —
Rental Yield 9.0% —
Price per m² €1,500 —
Properties Sold YTD 6,300 —
Average Days on Market 90 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.

Johannesburg at a Glance

Key insights into local investment infrastructure

5,635K
inhabitants
6
schools
4
malls
1
airport nearby
€1,000
/month avg rent

Frequently Asked Questions about Johannesburg

Key investment metrics, based on AI-modeled market estimates

What is the average rental yield in Johannesburg?

The average gross rental yield in Johannesburg is approximately 9.0%, based on AI-modeled market estimates.

What ROI can you expect from property in Johannesburg?

The average modeled return on investment for property in Johannesburg is around 12.5% per year, excluding price appreciation.

What is the average property price in Johannesburg?

The average property price in Johannesburg is approximately €115,000, or about €1,500 per m², based on AI-modeled estimates.

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