{"id":250271,"date":"2023-02-16T22:03:11","date_gmt":"2023-02-16T20:03:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=128509"},"modified":"2023-02-16T22:03:11","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T20:03:11","slug":"play-here-stay-here-why-the-kzn-south-coast-property-market-is-on-the-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/play-here-stay-here-why-the-kzn-south-coast-property-market-is-on-the-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Play Here, Stay Here \u2013 why the KZN South Coast property market is on the up"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/play-here-stay-here-why-the-kzn-south-coast-property-market-is-on-the-up.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/play-here-stay-here-why-the-kzn-south-coast-property-market-is-on-the-up.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Renowned for its Blue Flag Beaches and world-class dive sites, the KZN South Coast has long been a prime holiday destination, but the impact of the pandemic has seen people choosing to move to the coast, rather than just visiting. This has resulted in a buoyant property market along the KZN South Coast, with more affordable pricing making this a key coastal destination.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe traditional model of working in the city and enjoying the seaside on holiday or retirement has been upturned, and people are now looking to live the holiday lifestyle through remote working or hybrid working models,\u201d commented Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). \u201cFrom a property investment perspective, the KZN South Coast offers incredible value for money. Seaside property prices are comparatively lower than other South African destinations, with the Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom enjoying year-round subtropical weather and great facilities. We\u2019re anticipating interest in local property to rise as people seek a \u2018play here, stay here\u2019 way of life.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Sam Wenger, the Development Director of Serenity Hills, said they had been overwhelmed by both local and international interest. At the ground-breaking ceremony of the region\u2019s first eco-estate, Wenger said they had buyers from as far afield as Austria, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland with interested buyers from Canada and the United States, as well as significant local interest.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhile we were anticipating interest in Serenity Hills, considering the high-quality offering, security, and value for money, we were really excited by the response which was much higher than initially anticipated,\u201d said Wenger. \u201cIt appears that there is significant investment interest on the KZN South Coast \u2013 and for good reason.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This residential property investment trend has been noted by local real estate agencies who\u2019ve seen a spike in interest. Ashley Wann, Pam Golding Properties Regional Manager in the Port Shepstone and Margate areas of the South Coast explained:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, with its scenic hamlets and tranquil ambience, offers many attractions for those seeking a coastal lifestyle at an affordable price, coupled with solid infrastructure including hospitals, shopping centres and all amenities on hand.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a result, it is not surprising that in recent years, we\u2019ve seen a marked trend among home buyers from other provinces, most notably Gauteng, semigrating to this region to the extent that we\u2019ve seen residential property sales to semigrators increase by about 30%.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe find that the most popular areas are Shelly Beach, Hibberdene, Uvongo and Margate, with the majority purchasing either for investment, retirement now or in the future, or to work-from-home while enjoying the more relaxed and peaceful lifestyle that the South Coast offers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Wann said they believe that Covid-19 undoubtedly fuelled this trend as people were prompted to re-evaluate their priorities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany chose to step away from the hustle and bustle of cities, with the work-from-home revolution enabling them to work remotely without needing to be physically present in the office,\u201d she continued. \u201cThe trend has also been reinforced by the redevelopment of many former, mainly retirement and holiday towns, which have seen increased investments in medical, educational, and retail facilities in these areas. This has made them more attractive to a younger, more permanent home buyer with families, as well as having high appeal for retirees.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Looking at the properties attracting the most attention, Wann said: \u201cHome buyers can find considerable value in beautiful apartments and homes with spectacular views, acquired at prices R3 million and below. Apartments, townhouses, and freestanding homes in the price range between R850 000 and R1.5 million are most in demand, with well-priced stock pegged at market-related prices moving quickly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Simon Lee, Branch Manager for Wakefields Lower South Coast echoed this sentiment, stating they\u2019d noted a definite shift in demographics over the past year: \u201cOur on-the-ground knowledge tells us that the bulk of the demand is from people moving to the area from Gauteng or traditional KZN metropolitan suburbs \u2013 which has driven a substantial increase in average price and fair volumes.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is also interesting to note that we have seen a significant uptick in the number of buyers in the 36-to-49-year age bracket. We believe that most of these are work-from-home enabled buyers who are benefitting from the more stable digital infrastructure we now enjoy. It is releasing them from locational dependency on the metropolitan areas and they are seeking a better lifestyle at a cheaper cost of living, with freehold properties and complexes being equally attractive. And where better than the KZN South Coast?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Extending from Port Shepstone, the area\u2019s economic hub, throughout the KZN South Coast, there are so many investment opportunities in the property market, as well as other key growth sectors. To find out more about these, get in touch with SCTIE, the KZN South Coast\u2019s One-Stop Shop for investment. Contact SCTIE on 039 682 7944, email info@sctie.co.za or visit www.investkznsouthcoast.co.za. Keep updated on Facebook; South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on YouTube; @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram; and South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on LinkedIn. Follow #unlimitedopportunities #investkznsouthcoast #investment and #kznsouthcoast! 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