If you’ve been thinking about selling, there’s never been a better time than now. At FMS Sales and Leasing, our agents are seeing clear market signals with demand rising, and sellers in a prime position. With limited stock on the market, your property could attract great offers, and fast.
Here are five reasons why now is a smart time to sell:
1. Buying demand is surging
The appetite for property in the Western Cape is undeniable. According to Property24, buyer searches and enquiries are climbing steadily, while the Western Cape recorded 8.7% year-on-year property price growth, well above the national average of 5.2%.
With interest rates currently at 10.50%, affordability is improving, giving buyers the confidence to enter the market and act quickly. Premium suburbs such as Bishopscourt, Rondebosch, and Tokai have seen average house prices double over the past decade, with many now sitting between R4 million and R8 million.
2.Properties are selling faster
The national average of how long a property is available on the Western Cape market was around 12 weeks in early 2025, already lower than averages in other parts of the country. In popular suburbs like Claremont, Constantia and the Atlantic Seaboard, properties are moving in a fraction of that time, sometimes selling in less than a week.
3.Limited stock on the market
Across Cape Town, inventory remains tight. Sellers with well-presented homes are standing out simply because there’s less competition. In Durbanville, for instance, the number of listings has dropped from about 793 in March 2025 to 627 in August 2025, which means buyers have fewer choices and are snapping up available stock quicker.
At the luxury end of the market, more than 146 properties have sold for over R20 million in Cape Town in 2025 alone, generating over R5 billion in sales. The most expensive house in Pinelands was sold in less than a week for R7.95 million, before even being listed.
4.Strong offers and competitive bidding
Limited stock means more buyers are competing for fewer homes. This has led to stronger offers and even competitive bidding in some cases.
Take Somerset West for example, where even though the number of properties sold dropped by 4.3% in 2024 compared to 2023, the total sales value still grew from R5.24 billion recorded in 2023 to R5.25 billion. This shows that buyers are prepared to pay more per property, which is great news for sellers.
5.Seasonal advantage
As we move into the warmer months, activity traditionally picks up. Many buyers want to secure homes before the holiday season so they can be settled in time for the new year and new academic year. Listing your property now means you can ride this seasonal momentum and capture highly motivated buyers. Check out our current listings on Property24.
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this is it. Our team of experienced agents not only understands the current market trends but also knows how to position your property for success. We already have a list of serious buyers waiting for the right properties to come on the market and handle everything from professional marketing to buyer vetting and negotiations so you get maximum exposure and the best possible price.
Contact one of our agents on 021 815 5700 or email agents@fmssalesandleasing.co.za today for a free valuation and to discuss how we can help you sell quickly and profitably.
