Darling Residential Property Market Report: 2025 - 65% Average House Price Growth
This report provides an analysis of the residential property market in Darling for the period October 2024 to October 2025. It compares current performance against previous benchmarks to provide a comprehensive view of the local real estate landscape.
There are currently 2 657 residential properties in Darling, consisting of 2 468 own title properties (houses), 17 sectional title properties (apartments), and 172 vacant land plots.
The property market in Darling (excluding the houses sold in Nuwedorp) experienced a 65% increase in average property prices throughout late 2024 and 2025 - increasing from R1 164 609 (2023) and R1 214 654 (2024) to R2 011 618 in 2025.
Comparison of Annual Residential Property Sales Volumes
The Darling residential market sales volumes however showed marginal growth in 2025. Total annual sales increased to 67 transactions, up from 65 in 2024, while the total Rand value of these transactions increased to R87,80 million, up from the R78,95 million recorded in 2024.
Monthly sales activity remained steady at an average of 5,58 units (valued at R7,32 million) - compared to the R6,58 million monthly average seen in 2024.
1. Market Segment Performance
1.1 Own Title Market (Houses)
The own title sector remains the heartbeat of the Darling market. In 2025, 45 houses were sold for a total value of R71 305 000. While the volume of units saw a slight correction from the 49 sales in 2024, the average price per house rose to approximately R1,58 million, reflecting a strong appreciation in value for well-located family homes.
1.2 Sectional Title (Apartments)This niche market saw a 100% increase in volume, with 2 units sold for a total value of R1 179 000. This follows a stagnant 2024 which saw only a single sale. The average price for sectional title units in Darling currently sits at R589 500.
1.3 Vacant Land (Plots)The vacant land sector was the standout performer of the 2024/2025 period. 20 Plots were registered for a total value of R15 315 000. This is a 33% increase in volume compared to 2024 (15 plots). The average sales price per plot rose to R765 750, indicating a high demand for new development and custom builds in the area.
2. Suburb Insights
| Suburb | Segment | Total Sales | Total Value | Avg. Price | Highest Price Achieved |
| Darling | Own Title | 34 | R68 395 000 | R2 011 618 | R3 250 000 (Langfontein St) |
| Nuwedorp | Own Title | 11 | R2 910 000 | R264 545 | R650 000 (17th Avenue) |
| Darling | Vacant Land | 16 | R12 870 000 | R804 375 | R2 000 000 (Conservation Dr) |
| Nuwedorp | Vacant Land | 4 | R2 445 000 | R611 250 | R1 300 000 (Caledon St) |
Market Note: Nuwedorp saw an exceptional surge in vacant land value, with the highest plot price reaching R1,3 million, nearly tripling the highest price achieved in that segment the previous year.
3. Summary and Outlook
The 2024 to 2025 period has signaled a transition from a "cooling" market to one of targeted growth. While house sale volumes in the Darling suburb normalized, the capital growth in the vacant land sector and the increase in total market Rand value (R87.8m vs R78.9m) suggest that Darling continues to benefit from "semigration" trends and a flight to lifestyle-oriented towns.
For more information about property in Darling, please contact our local residential specialists:
- Carl: carl@cch.co.za | 071 874 9410
- Andrea Nel: andrea@cch.co.za | 083 261 9025