Jozigist captures Johannesburg as it really is layered, pressured, ambitious, and shaped by money realities that don’t always make headlines.
Right now, many Joburgers scrolling property listings are noticing something new: more homes priced well below suburb averages. In a city where affordability keeps slipping further out of reach, distressed and repossessed properties are quietly becoming one of the few ways people feel they still have a shot at ownership.
This article unpacks what those listings actually mean for Jozi buyers. It explains why prices are lower, what hidden costs often sit behind the discount, and how issues like voetstoots sales, limited access and existing occupants can change the entire financial picture.
It’s not a “how-to invest” piece it’s a grounded look at how economic pressure is reshaping the way Johannesburg residents approach property, and why informed preparation matters more than chasing a bargain in 2026.
The article speaks directly to young professionals, first-time buyers and families trying to make realistic housing decisions in the city they call home.
I’ve attached the full piece for your consideration, and an interview is available if a conversational format works better for Jozigist.
Boitumelo Mafiri