“KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) is fast becoming one of South Africa’s most dynamic property and investment regions. Known for its natural beauty, the province is now earning recognition for its growing economic potential, with infrastructure upgrades, major investments, and a diverse property market driving strong demand. Galetti’s upcoming November auction reflects the wealth of opportunity across KZN.”

So, what’s causing the resurgence?

KZN’s Property Boom

Lifestyle remains one of the province’s strongest drawcards. The combination of coastal living, top-performing schools, and modern gated estates attracts both families and semigrants.

Buy-to-let investors are also returning. According to ooba Home Loans, 13.9% of all new home loan applications are from buy-to-let investors, with FNB reporting similar growth. Lightstone data reveals rental growth of 4.5% year-on-year in KZN — outpacing inflation and signalling renewed investor confidence.

Investment Boost

This confidence is also being fuelled by billions in new developments. The provincial Department of Economic Development, Trade and Investment reported R75.8 billion in property and manufacturing projects pledged at last year’s KZN Investment Conference — with 80% already under construction. The 2025 edition, taking place this month, aims to attract a further R95 billion in commitments.

Notable developments include the R2 billion Club Med Resort at Tinley Manor and the R20 billion Sibaya Precinct expansion, north of Durban. These flagship projects, combined with ongoing industrial and logistics investments, are creating a ripple effect across KZN’s residential, commercial, and industrial property sectors.

Infrastructure Upgrades

Supporting this investment wave are historic infrastructure projects reshaping the province’s logistics and trade capacity. The Durban and Richards Bay ports (South Africa’s busiest maritime gateways) are undergoing major expansions that will cement Durban’s status as the southern hemisphere’s leading container port, while transforming Richards Bay into a hub for dry bulk and liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Complementing this is an ambitious road and rail revitalisation programme improving freight movement across the Durban–Pietermaritzburg–Richards Bay corridor. Future plans for a Durban–Johannesburg high-speed rail link could further connect coastal and inland economies.

Auction Opportunities for KZN

Against this growth backdrop, Galetti Auction Listings is presenting investors with the opportunity to acquire property assets across KZN’s most sought-after regions at its next live auction.

Among the properties available are:

• Swinton Road, Mobeni: A 10 273m² industrial site ideal for warehousing, logistics, and distribution.
• Clifton Place, Musgrave: A 3 319m² commercial office block in one of Durban’s most desirable business districts.
• Chamberlain Road, Mobeni East: A 6 300m² industrial property suited for warehousing and workshop use in a key logistics hub.
• Flanders, Mount Edgecombe: A 2 088m² commercial site with exceptional visibility in an established commercial precinct.

The live auction takes place at 12pm on 5 November 2025 at The Oyster Box Hotel in uMhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal.