South Africa’s Residential Property Market Eyes Steady Stabilization Ahead of 2026 Budget
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SOUTH AFRICA: As South Africa approaches the 2026 national Budget cycle, much of the focus is usually on bold growth projections, policy changes, and large infrastructure commitments. However, in the residential property market, confidence tends to build slowly rather than through sweeping announcements.
Following a difficult decade marked by high interest rates, declining property values, and financial pressure on households, homebuyers have become more cautious and selective in their decisions.
From a developer’s standpoint, 2026 is expected to be a year of gradual stabilisation rather than a sharp recovery. Although the rebound remains delicate, early signs of improvement are visible, creating a base for disciplined investments, controlled expansion, and a cautious sense of optimism in South Africa’s housing market.
Source: Zawya
