Somerset West
Somerset West is a well-established town nestled at the foot of the Helderberg Mountains in the Western Cape, just 40 minutes from Cape Town. Offering a perfect balance between urban convenience and natural beauty, the area boasts lush landscapes, top schools, world-class wine estates, and easy access to beaches and nature reserves.
Property options in Somerset West range from luxurious golf estate homes and secure lifestyle estates to charming family houses and modern apartments, catering to a variety of lifestyles. With its strong sense of community, excellent amenities, and scenic surroundings, Somerset West is a highly sought-after area for families, professionals, and retirees alike.
Attractions
- Helderberg Nature Reserve: A beautiful reserve offering walking and hiking trails, picnic spots, birdwatching and stunning mountain views
- Lourensford Wine Estate: A historic wine farm with wine tastings, and art gallery, coffee roastery, MTB trails, and the popular Lourensford Market
- Vergelegen Wine Estate: One of South Africa's oldest wine estates with award winning gardens, heritage homesteads, wine tastings, fine dining and tea garden
- Helderberg Mountain Trails: Popular for hiking, trail running and mountain biking with panoramic views over False Bay
- An array of top class restaurants and family dining options: From fine dining to cosy cafés and well-loved local eateries
- Somerset Mall: Major retail hubs offering everything from boutiques and groceries to home décor and entertainment
- Local artisan markets: Including Lourensford and Country Craft Market, showcasing local produce, crafts, and food stalls
- Erinvale Golf Estate: A world-class 18-hole championship golf course and estate with scenic views, spa facilities, and luxury accommodation
- Somerset West Golf Club: A relaxed, central club with a long history and welcoming atmosphere for all levels of golfers
- Cheetah Outreach: Educational wildlife centre offering up-close encounters with cheetahs and other conservation animals
Market activity
Total number of properties in Somerset West
9,157
Freehold4,971
Sectional Titles7,598
Estates
Average sold property price in Somerset West
Freehold
Sectional Scheme
Vacant Land
Period of ownership
Freehold
R1,878,921
28.6%
Average price
364
28.6%
Transfers
Sectional Title
R2,586,079
40.0%
Average price
367
40.0%
Transfers
Estate
R3,102,619
36.4%
Average price
437
36.4%
Transfers
Properties in Somerset West
New
14
R14,500 pm
3 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Lionviham
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
New
32
R40,000 pm
5 Bedroom House To Let in La Sandra
5 Bed
3 Bath
2 Parking
New
15
R17,000 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Sitari Country Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
New
36
AUCTION
2 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Lionviham
3 Summer Place, 12 Huising Street
2 Bed
1.5 Bath
95m²
New
19
R15,000 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in The Huntsman
2 Bed
2 Bath
51
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Croydon Vineyard Estate
4 Bed
4 Bath
2 Parking
Featured
41
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Schonenberg
4 Bed
3 Bath
2 Parking
290m²
30
From R19,500 Per Night
7 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
7 Bed
6 Bath
2 Parking
36
From R3,700 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
3 Bath
1 Parking
41
From R4,550 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
22
From R4,500 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
Featured
34
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Briza
4 Bed
5.5 Bath
4 Parking
No listings found
Recently sold in Somerset West
Sold
23
R1,850,000
2 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Sitari Country Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
70m²
Sold
31
R2,350,000
2 Bedroom Apartment Sold in De Velde
609 De Velde 3,, 5 De Beers Avenue
2 Bed
2 Bath
96m²
Sold
38
R5,695,000
4 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Morningside
4 Bed
3 Bath
2 Parking
Sold
49
R5,500,000
4 Bedroom House Sold in Pearl Marina
4 Rue Normandie
4 Bed
2.5 Bath
2 Parking
320m²
Sold
34
R8,950,000
4 Bedroom House Sold in Parel Vallei
7 Hamlet Drive
4 Bed
3 Bath
2 Parking
Sold
18
R6,999,900
3 Bedroom Gated Estate Sold in Parel Vallei
3 The Avenue on Parel Vallei, 5 Fountain Lane
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
293m²
Recently let in Somerset West
Rented
8
R8,500 pm
1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in De Velde
1 Bed
1 Bath
Branches
Harcourts Platinum
Phone:
+27021 851 2614
Address:
Triangle Point
13 Urtel Crescent
Somerset Mall
Somerset West
7130