After months of subdued activity, the Gauteng and Randburg property market is showing clear signs of renewed momentum. According to the FNB Estate Agents Survey for Q3 2025, estate agent confidence, buyer participation, and house price growth all improved, supported by lower interest rates and stabilising economic conditions.

House prices grew 4.8% year-on-year, marking the strongest growth since early 2022. This uptick signals a welcome return of optimism — especially across the affordable and mid-market segments that make up a large portion of Randburg’s housing stock.  If you have plans to sell your Randburg property in the run-up to the end of 2025 or you want to list your property for sale in early 2026, click here to connect with us now.  Cornerstone Homes is a trusted real estate partner in the Randburg property market.

Market Momentum: A Turnaround Quarter For The Randburg Property Market

The FNB Activity Index, which measures estate agents’ perceived market activity, rose from 5.9 to 6.0 in Q3 — a modest but meaningful improvement.

The affordable housing segment (homes under R750 000) saw the biggest boost, reaching an activity level of 6.4 — driven largely by first-time buyers entering the market. Meanwhile, the R750 000 – R1.6 million range, which includes many sectional-title units across Randburg, also showed rising confidence and shorter selling times.

Encouragingly, 67% of agents expect stronger activity heading into the last quarter of 2025 — a sharp rebound from 34% the quarter before. This optimism is being fueled by interest rate cuts, seasonal buying momentum, and improved consumer sentiment.  Do you have a question or do you need some Randburg property advice, click here to WhatsApp Sandy from Cornerstone Homes now.

Gauteng Highlights: Confidence at a Three-Year High

Across Gauteng, the activity index rose from 5.7 to 5.9, while agent confidence surged to 81% — the highest of any province. Although the average selling time stretched slightly to 14 weeks, this is consistent with a market absorbing new listings after a slow winter.

In the context of the Randburg property market, this renewed activity is already visible.

Suburbs such as Ferndale, Blairgowrie, and Randpark Ridge are showing healthy listing volumes and steady buyer demand, particularly in the R1 million – R2.5 million bracket. Sellers pricing realistically are achieving near-asking-price offers.  Visit our website by clicking here to request a Randburg property valuation.

Selling Times & Market Behaviour In The Randburg Property Market

Nationally, the average time on market remains stable at about 12 weeks and 3 days. In Gauteng, the average sits slightly higher at just over 14 weeks — likely due to greater stock availability.

Interestingly, homes in the R1.6 million – R2.6 million range sold the fastest, averaging 10 weeks and 6 days, showing that this price segment — typical for many freehold Randburg homes — continues to attract committed, qualified buyers.

Financial pressure remains a major sales driver, accounting for one in five transactions, while downscaling due to life stage made up 26%. However, emigration-related sales dropped to 5%, well below the national long-term average of 8%, signaling more stability and confidence in local property ownership.  Need to connect to get started on the sale of your Randburg property – click here.

Buyer Trends: Affordability Fuels Activity

The latest survey shows first-time buyer participation climbing steadily — making up 47% of buyers in the affordable sector and 30% of total transactions, up from 26% in Q2.

This aligns closely with what we’re seeing in the Randburg property market: younger buyers and families are targeting sectional-title units between R800 000 and R1.4 million, or compact freehold homes under R2 million.

At the same time, buy-to-let activity rose to 14% nationally and as high as 33% in the affordable segment, showing investor confidence in areas that offer strong rental demand — like Ferndale, Fontainebleau, and Malanshof.

Price Growth: A Cautious but Positive Outlook

The FNB House Price Index averaged 4.8% growth in Q3 2025, the fastest pace since early 2022. This growth is largely being driven by constrained supply rather than speculative demand — a sign of healthy, organic market movement.

In Gauteng, growth remains moderate at around 2%–3%, but Randburg’s sub-markets continue to outperform due to affordability and location advantages. Sectional-title properties in Randburg still deliver steady year-on-year appreciation, supported by active buyer demand and limited new stock entering the market.

• Click here to view how well the Boskruin property market has done with the recent highs for property prices.
• Click here to view how well the Malanshof property market has done and how 10-year highs are clearly visible.
• Click here to view the Randpark Ridge property market and the 10-year highs we have seen in 2025.
• Click here to view how well the Olivedale property market has done with property prices in 2025.

The Road Ahead for Randburg Sellers and Buyers

Overall, the market picture for Q3 2025 is one of renewed confidence and gradual recovery. Interest rate cuts, stabilising inflation, and improving sentiment are creating a window of opportunity for both buyers and sellers.

For sellers in Randburg, this means:

• Demand is strengthening, particularly in the R1 million – R2.5 million range.
• Homes that present well and are priced right continue to sell within 10–12 weeks.
• Confidence among buyers and agents is the highest it’s been since 2022.

For buyers, affordability has improved thanks to competitive home loan offers, smaller deposits, and stable interest rates — a perfect time to secure property in a high-demand Johannesburg suburb.  If you have plans to list your Randburg property for sale in late 2025 or in early 2026, click here to reach out to Cornerstone Homes – let’s get you started with an accurate Randburg property valuation.

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Randburg?

The Randburg property market continues to lead Gauteng in resilience and buyer activity. Whether you’re entering the market, upgrading, or planning to sell, the best decisions start with trusted local insight.  Contact Sandy and the Cornerstone Homes team for a free, data-driven property valuation and discover how today’s market trends can work in your favour.  Call or WhatsApp Sandy on 083 550 1220 or visit our website for more information.