Rent & Property Prices in Johannesburg
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Johannesburg, South Africa is $541. 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 Johannesburg: 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 Johannesburg | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Johannesburg | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Johannesburg
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $541 | $336 – $916 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $415 | $275 – $733 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,177 | $855 – $1,831 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $879 | $610 – $1,831 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $994 | $733 – $1,270 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $769 | $610 – $916 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $541$336 – $916
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $415$275 – $733
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $1,177$855 – $1,831
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $879$610 – $1,831
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $994$733 – $1,270
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $769$610 – $916
Other categories in Johannesburg
Housing in Johannesburg: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Johannesburg?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Johannesburg, South Africa is around $541. 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 Johannesburg?
- 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 Johannesburg main cost-of-living page.