Exclusive Insights for High-End Homeowners
Knysna Luxury Property Market 2025
Focus: Thesen Island & Premium Areas of Knysna
-Brought to you by Del-Monte, Century 21 Knysna-
📍 Why Knysna’s Luxury Market Is Still Booming
Price Growth
Western Cape prices up 7.4% year-on-year (Q1 2025)
Knysna freehold homes rose from ~R2M → R3.5M+ since 2021
Buyer Demand
High-end buyers from Gauteng, Cape Town & overseas
Secure estates & lifestyle properties in high demand
Remote work & emigration still driving interest
Top Areas in Demand
Thesen Island (premium waterfront)
Leisure Isle, Simola, Brenton, Paradise
What Are Luxury Homes Selling For?
Thesen Island
Properties listed between R14M–R16M
Waterfront homes frequently sell above R5M
One Knysna Heads home listed for R56M
Knysna Overall (Freehold Avg)
2023 avg: ~R3.5M
Significant jump from ~R2M in 2021
Time on Market
Properties priced under R2.5M in the Garden Route often sell within days
High-end homes move faster when priced correctly
🧠What Sellers Need to Know
🎯 1. Price Strategically
Anchor price to recent similar sales
Overpricing leads to longer market times
Correct pricing can lead to bidding interest
🛥️ 2. Highlight the Lifestyle
Buyers are buying Knysna’s lifestyle, not just the home
Showcase:
Lagoon views, private jetties, boat access
Gated estate security
Entertainment areas, golf access, trails
✨ 3. Upgrade What Matters
Luxury buyers want turnkey & modern
Value-adding features:
Renovated kitchens/bathrooms
Smart home systems
Energy-efficient features (solar, water tanks)
High-end finishes, professional staging
🌍 4. Market Beyond Knysna
Del-Monte & Century 21 can market:
Locally & internationally
On Property24, PrivateProperty
Across Century 21’s 80-country global network
📅 5. Timing Still Matters
Best times to sell:
Spring & end of year are peak listing seasons
But with current buyer demand, well-priced homes sell year-round
Top agent with Century 21 Knysna
Specializes in Thesen Island & waterfront homes
Known for:
Fast sales
Strategic pricing
Professional, international-level marketing
Why Work with Del-Monte?
Top agent with Century 21 Knysna
Specializes in Thesen Island & waterfront homes
Known for:
Fast sales
Strategic pricing
Professional, international-level marketing
Top agent with Century 21 Knysna
Specializes in Thesen Island & waterfront homes
Known for:
Fast sales
Strategic pricing
Professional, international-level marketing
“My goal isn’t just to list your home – it’s to get it sold, for the best possible price.”
— Del-Monte, Century 21 Knysna
Copyright Century 21 Knysna & Sedgefield 2025. All rights reserved
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