Rent & Property Prices in Cape-Town
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Cape-Town, South Africa is $1,028. We track 6 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Rent & Property Prices in Cape-Town: price table | 6 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Cape-Town | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Cape-Town | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Cape-Town
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,028 | $891 – $1,526 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $648 | $488 – $916 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,716 | $1,221 – $2,137 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,243 | $916 – $1,648 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $2,297 | $1,831 – $3,052 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $1,473 | $916 – $1,831 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $1,028$891 – $1,526
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $648$488 – $916
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $1,716$1,221 – $2,137
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $1,243$916 – $1,648
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $2,297$1,831 – $3,052
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $1,473$916 – $1,831
Other categories in Cape-Town
Housing in Cape-Town: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Cape-Town?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Cape-Town, South Africa is around $1,028. See the table above for the full breakdown across 6 items.
- Are these housing prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the housing data for Cape-Town?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on housing. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Cape-Town main cost-of-living page.