Marelize at Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty

25/09/2026

25/09/2026

The Legacy of Homeownership - How to Build Wealth One Home Improvement at a Time

For most people, a home is not merely a roof over one’s head; it's where families gather, milestones are celebrated and memories are made. And beyond its emotional value, your home is also likely to be your biggest financial asset - and one of the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth which can be passed on to future generations.

While property markets naturally experience cycles of growth and correction over time, one thing remains consistent: well-maintained homes in desirable locations tend to hold their value and often appreciate over time.

The good news is that protecting and growing that value doesn't always require major renovations or expensive upgrades. Instead, a series of thoughtful improvements and regular maintenance can strengthen your investment year after year.

Whether you're planning to stay in your home for decades before selling at a healthy profit or eventually pass it on to the next generation, every improvement you make can contribute to your family's financial legacy.

While property markets naturally experience cycles of growth, one thing remains consistent: well-maintained homes in desirable locations tend to hold their value.

24/09/2026

Celebrating Heritage Day!

22/09/2026

🏡 Home in Sought-After Sunset Estate, Langebaan ✨

Discover a home that offers so much more than meets the eye. Perfectly positioned alongside a secure greenbelt, this beautifully designed family home combines spacious living with thoughtful features and a prime location.

Step into the impressive double-volume open-plan living area, where the kitchen, dining and lounge flow effortlessly onto a covered patio with a built-in braai – ideal for relaxed family living and entertaining.

The home offers:
🛏️ 3 spacious bedrooms, each with built-in cupboards
🛁 A luxurious main suite with a full modern en-suite and an abundance of cupboard space
🚿 Two additional bedrooms, each with their own en-suite bathroom
🍽️ A well-appointed kitchen with a separate scullery/laundry
🚻 Convenient guest toilet
🚗 Double automated garage with an extra-high rear door leading to an enclosed courtyard – perfect for washing your boat or storing a trailer

Located in the highly sought-after Sunset Estate, with 24-hour access control and friendly security staff, you'll be just a short stroll from the beach while enjoying the peace of secure estate living.

This is a home you'll want to experience in person.

View the full listing here:
https://www.sothebysrealty.co.za/results/residential/for-sale/langebaan/sunset-estate/freestanding/2973454

16/09/2026

Buy the Worst House in the Best Street? When This Property Rule Works - and When It Doesn't

For decades, property experts have repeated the same advice to buyers: "Buy the worst house in the best street." The idea behind this strategy is simple. Rather than purchasing the most expensive home in an average area, buyers should consider buying a neglected property in a desirable neighbourhood, improving it, and benefiting from the suburb's long-term growth.

In many cases, this approach has created significant wealth for homeowners as a dated home in a sought-after suburb can offer an opportunity to add value through renovation while benefiting from strong demand and rising property prices.

However, in today's South African property market, this traditional rule is not always a guaranteed path to success. Rising construction costs, changing buyer preferences, municipal restrictions and the risk of overcapitalisation mean that buyers need to look beyond the address and carefully evaluate whether a renovation project represents genuine value.

Ultimately, the best investment is not necessarily the cheapest house in the best location - it is the property where the numbers, the neighbourhood and the potential all make sense.

For decades, property experts have repeated the same advice to buyers: "Buy the worst house in the best street." The idea behind this strategy is simple.

08/09/2026

How Can Sectional Title Regulations Influence Buyer Decisions?

When it comes to buying property, most people focus on location, price and the condition of the home. However, for anyone considering sectional title developments, there's another important factor that can significantly influence their decision: the rules that govern the complex.

Whether you're buying or selling a sectional title property, understanding how these regulations affect buyer behaviour is essential. While beautiful finishes and modern amenities may attract interest, restrictive or poorly communicated body corporate rules can quickly turn buyers away.

As more property buyers in South Africa increasingly seek secure, low-maintenance living, sectional title schemes continue to grow in popularity. But buying into a sectional title development means purchasing more than just a home—you're also becoming part of a community with shared responsibilities, financial obligations and lifestyle rules.

Here's how sectional title rules can influence buyer decisions and what sellers can do to improve their chances of a successful sale.

When it comes to buying property, most people focus on location, price and the condition of the home.

24/08/2026

For decades, the aspirational family home was designed around the nuclear family: parents, children and perhaps a spare guest bedroom for occasional visitors. But across the world, that model is shifting as more families choose to live together under one roof for longer periods of time.

Luxury living is similarly evolving. Around the world, affluent families are moving away from the idea of separate homes for each generation and instead investing in larger, more adaptable properties designed to accommodate parents, adult children, grandparents and even live-in staff under one roof.

Internationally, multigenerational living has become one of the fastest-growing residential trends in the luxury market. The modern family compound, once associated mainly with powerful dynasties, inherited wealth and high-profile political families, is fast becoming one of the property market’s most strategic investments.

Where family legacies were once measured in jewellery, art collections or silverware, they are now increasingly defined by land, property portfolios and expansive multigenerational estates.

The luxury property sector has responded quickly, and developers are increasingly building homes with dual master suites, separate entrances, private lounges, secondary kitchens and independent guest cottages to meet rising demand from wealthy families seeking long-term shared living arrangements.

And while multigenerational living has traditionally been associated with practicality or necessity, in the luxury market it is increasingly viewed as both a lifestyle choice and a strategic financial decision.

Internationally, multigenerational living has become one of the fastest-growing residential trends in the luxury market.