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Rondebosch (Freehold) Q1 2026 vs Q1 2025

Insights into Western Cape Residential Property

Rondebosch Property Snapshot Q1 2026

Rondebosch Property Snapshot

Q1 2026 Performance Analysis vs Q1 2025

Sales Volume (Units) 0 Q1 2025: 32 units (▼ 62.5%)
Average Sale Price 0 Q1 2025: R 7 407 188 (▼ 2.9%)
Rand Per m² Growth 0 Q1 2025: R 9 755 (▲ 29.8%)
Days on Market 0 Q1 2025: 46 days (Improved)
Total Suburb Spend 0 Q1 2025: R 237M (Lower Vol)
Price Retention 0 Avg Listing vs Sale Gap

Senior Analyst Commentary

The Rondebosch freehold market in Q1 2026 shows a definitive trend toward scarcity-driven value. While the raw number of transfers dropped from 32 (Q1 2025) to 12, the underlying strength is revealed in the Rand per m² growth, which surged from R 9,755 to R 12,665—a nearly 30% increase.

The Golden Mile and Silver Mile enclaves continue to command significant premiums, particularly for renovated properties on smaller erven, where efficiency of space is driving R/m² records (e.g., The Oval). The “Days on Market” has plummeted to an average of 10 days, suggesting that well-priced stock is being absorbed almost immediately by a motivated buyer pool.

Source Data: CMAInfo | Rondebosch Property Snapshot © Q1 2026 | Provided and interpreted by Jane Stirton of Chas Everitt – Cape Town South