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Savvy property buyers in South Africa have taken to acquiring a home or commercial property through online auctions with great alacrity, says MC du Toit, CEO, Auctions & Sales for BidX1 South Africa.

Country living certainly has its own rhythm. Removed from the city’s clogged traffic intersections, where the rising cost of fuel makes the daily commute a financial drain, there are towns that offer a pastoral retreat. Already popular as weekend getaways, these havens are gaining popularity as permanent residences, or as long-term investments, says Pam Golding Properties.

Unrenovated character houses have become an increasingly scarce commodity in Cape Town, especially in areas like the Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl where most were snapped up during the past decade. However, there are pockets where original homes and good value can still be found, but in a decidedly buyer’s market, realistic pricing is critical.