Johannesburg average 1-bed rent: R 11,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +4.5% Johannesburg rents grow moderately Sandton remains the business hub Secure estates drive suburban demand Deposits are typically 1–2 months' rent and must be held in an interest-bearing account. The deposit must be refunded within 7–14 days of move-out minus documented damage. Johannesburg average 1-bed rent: R 11,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +4.5% Johannesburg rents grow moderately Sandton remains the business hub Secure estates drive suburban demand Deposits are typically 1–2 months' rent and must be held in an interest-bearing account. The deposit must be refunded within 7–14 days of move-out minus documented damage.
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Johannesburg Rent Index 2026
Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Johannesburg. The typical one-bedroom rent is R 11,000 per month, up 4.5% year on year.
Average rent by neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms | Yearly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandton | R 16,000 | R 26,000 | +4.2% |
| Rosebank | R 14,000 | R 22,000 | +4.6% |
| Fourways | R 12,000 | R 18,000 | +4.8% |
| Braamfontein | R 8,000 | R 12,000 | +5.2% |
Indicative 2026 figures (per month, ZAR). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.
Tenant rights in Johannesburg
- Deposits are typically 1–2 months' rent and must be held in an interest-bearing account.
- The deposit must be refunded within 7–14 days of move-out minus documented damage.
- The Rental Housing Act requires a written lease if the tenant asks for one.
- Disputes go to the Rental Housing Tribunal.
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