Johannesburg Real Estate & Property Market

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

10.8%
Avg ROI
€77K
Avg Investment
€488
Avg Monthly Rent
5,635K
Population
data last updated 2026 June

Investment Opportunities in Johannesburg

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If you invest about €64,987 into a 1 bedroom apartment in Johannesburg, expected rental income is about €6,048 per year. Annual property return excluding property price appreciation is 6.5%, which means the purchase pays back in about 15.4 years.

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Investment Amount Monthly Return Annual Return ROI
€10,000 €43 €519 5.2%
€20,000 €87 €1,038 5.2%
€30,000 €130 €1,557 5.2%
€50,000 €216 €2,595 5.2%
€100,000 €433 €5,190 5.2%
€200,000 €865 €10,380 5.2%
Property Types & Average Returns
Market overview by property category
Property Type Avg Size Average Price Monthly Rent Rental Yield
1 Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg 48 m² €64,987 €504 6.5%
Studio in Johannesburg 32 m² €45,093 €345 6.4%
2 Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg 72 m² €98,143 €690 5.9%
Townhouse in Johannesburg 145 m² €185,676 €1,273 5.6%
3 Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg 105 m² €167,109 €1,008 5.0%
4+ Bedroom Apartment in Johannesburg 155 m² €265,252 €1,592 4.9%
Villa in Johannesburg 320 m² €610,080 €2,918 3.7%
Penthouse in Johannesburg 220 m² €742,706 €3,316 3.5%
Market Statistics
Current market trends and performance indicators
Metric Current Value YoY Change
Average Property Price €76,923 +3.8%
Average Monthly Rent €488
Rental Yield 7.6%
Price per m² €1,150
Properties Sold YTD 8,500
Average Days on Market 55 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
€488
/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 7.6%, 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 10.8% per year, excluding price appreciation.

What is the average property price in Johannesburg?

The average property price in Johannesburg is approximately €76,923, or about €1,150 per m², based on AI-modeled estimates.

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