Arthicle from property24
According to Antonie Goosen, principal and founder of Meridian Realty, price stability is most evident in established suburbs that offer convenience, security and reliable infrastructure.
“In today’s market, stability comes from fundamentals,” says Goosen. “Suburbs with good access to employment nodes, strong lifestyle appeal and well-managed sectional title schemes continue to perform, even when broader conditions are uncertain.”
In the Western Cape, this resilience is particularly noticeable in established family suburbs, secure estates and well-run sectional title developments in and around Cape Town, the Northern Suburbs, and the wider Winelands and Helderberg regions. Ongoing semigration, limited supply and sustained lifestyle-driven demand continue to support prices in these areas.
“Where supply is constrained and demand remains consistent, prices tend to hold or increase,” Goosen explains, adding that correctly priced homes in these nodes are still selling within relatively short timeframes.
In Gauteng, price stability is far more node-specific. Goosen notes that suburbs close to major business districts, strong school zones and secure estate environments in Johannesburg and Pretoria continue to outperform the broader provincial market.
“Gauteng is not a uniform market,” he says. “Buyers are far more selective, and properties that are overpriced or require significant work are struggling to gain traction.”
Meanwhile, in KwaZulu-Natal, price support remains strongest in lifestyle-focused coastal suburbs and well-located secure complexes, where consistent owner-occupier and rental demand continues to underpin values.
Looking more closely at individual suburbs, Nadia Aucamp, broker owner at RE/MAX All Stars, highlights Alberton as an often-overlooked area that has shown notable price stability.
Situated on the border of the East Rand and Johannesburg South, Alberton offers a diverse range of properties, from entry-level townhouses and smaller freestanding homes to high-end residences in sought-after areas such as Meyersdal.
For first-time buyers seeking affordability and future growth, Edenvale - particularly the Greenstone area - stands out, says Aucamp. The suburb has become increasingly popular for its abundance of secure estates and complexes offering a lock-up-and-go lifestyle.
“Greenstone appeals to buyers who want security, lifestyle amenities and convenience,” she says. “Many developments include gyms, sports facilities, restaurants and convenience stores, and the area’s continued expansion, along with easy access to Johannesburg, Sandton and the airport, makes it one to watch.”
Affordability remains a key driver of buyer behaviour, but it is increasingly weighed against security, accessibility and lifestyle convenience. Shorter commuting times, proximity to major routes and access to schools and amenities continue to influence purchasing decisions, particularly among first-time buyers.
Both Alberton and Greenstone have recorded stable performance over the past year, with increased transaction volumes and rising sales values, reinforcing their appeal to buyers seeking value, security and long-term growth potential.
