Glen Marais and Kempton Park remain among Gauteng’s most popular residential nodes for various reasons. For starters, they offer an excellent location and great proximity to O R Tambo International Airport. They also offer various affordable housing options, including an abundance of homes in secure estates. As a resident of these areas, you’ve got access to a wide array of outstanding amenities, but even more importantly than that, you’re living in an area with a community-orientated feeling and a diverse atmosphere.
If you’re interested in buying property in these areas in 2026, you’re likely to be interested in how much you’ll have to pay for your dream home. As a real estate agency specialising in these areas, REALGLEN Properties has the answers. Let’s dive in.
Current property prices in Glen Marais
Two-bedroom apartments in various secure Glen Marais complexes are currently on the market from around R650 000. These apartments offer a perfect blend of comfort, security and convenience. Those looking for a slightly bigger home can buy a two or three-bedroom townhouse from approximately R1 100 000. Three-bedroom standalone homes are on the market from around R1 600 000. Those looking for luxurious homes with more space can invest in four-bedroom houses in Glen Marais starting at R3 300 000.
Property trends in Glen Marais
The median price of both freehold properties and sectional titles has grown moderately in 2025. The freehold median price has grown from R1 800 000 to R2 000 000. Prior to this, prices held fairly steadily during 2022 and 2023, having shown consistent growth between 2018 and 2022.
Sectional titles in Glen Marais have had a steady median price of between R900 000 and R950 000 since 2021. In 2019 and 2020, the market showed two significant jumps, with the median price growing from R745 000 to R880 000 in 2020 and rising again to R950 000 in 2021.
Looking at this historical data, we anticipate that prices will continue their steady growth trajectory in 2026. Modest gains are likely to result from improving interest rates and affordability dynamics. Sectional titles may outpace freeholds, as this market tends to benefit faster when borrowing costs fall.
2025 property prices in Kempton Park
If you’re looking to buy a two-bedroom apartment, you’ll find one in various Kempton Park suburbs, including Norkem Park, Nimrod Park and Terenure for under R700 000. Three-bedroom simplexes are available from approximately R1 200 000 and three-bedroom standalone houses tend to be priced from around R1 600 000, depending which area of Kempton Park you’re interested in buying in.
What to expect from Kempton Park property prices in 2026
Sectional title property prices have dropped in 2025, with the median price dropping below the R400 000 mark for the first time since 2017. This makes late 2025 or early 2026 an excellent time to buy a property ensconced in one of Kempton Park’s safe sectional titles.
The price of freeholds has also dropped slightly in 2025, landing at a median of R1 385 000, from the 2023/4 high of R1 400 000.
Looking forward, Kempton Park property prices are expected to enjoy moderate growth in 2026 across the board, especially if interest rates continue to ease. A significant factor driving popularity in Kempton Park is the proximity of O R Tambo International Airport, which supports rental demand from airport staff, logistics workers and commuters.
The fact that prices have been dropping in recent years, but are set to start rising, makes now an ideal time to invest in a property in Kempton Park, whether you’re look for a family home or a buy-to-let investment.
If you’re looking to invest in real estate in Glen Marais or Kempton Park, get in touch with the REALGLEN Properties team. We specialise in these areas, and our detailed knowledge of East Rand property markets will simplify your decision-making process and property purchase.
