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
15
R17,000 pm
2 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Somerset Lakes
2 Bed
2 Bath
34
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Bizweni
104 Oak Bridge Village 3
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
113m²
39
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Somerset Ridge
4 Bed
4.5 Bath
2 Parking
184m²
17
R21,500 pm
3 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Somerset Lakes
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
9
R18,000 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Paardevlei
2 Bed
2 Bath
20
R40,000 pm
2 Bedroom House To Let in Erinvale Golf Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
Under offer
8
R13,200,000
4 Bedroom House For Sale in Spanish Farm
4 Bed
4 Bath
2 Parking
439.70m²
26
From R4,950 Per Night
2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
23
From R4,950 Per Night
2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
21
From R4,550 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
30
From R5,600 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
3 Bath
1 Parking
Featured
29
R6,150,000
3 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Kelderhof Country Village
3 Bed
2.5 Bath
2 Parking
216m²
No listings found
Recently sold in Somerset West
Sold
47
R4,900,000
3 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Fernwood
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
213m²
Sold
24
R2,995,000
3 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in De Velde
3 Bed
2 Bath
103m²
Sold
30
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Freestanding Sold in Croydon Vineyard Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
Sold
40
R6,500,000
3 Bedroom House Sold in Vredenberg Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
282m²
Sold
13
R7,543,320
3 Bedroom House Sold in Parel Vallei
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
281m²
Sold
41
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Gated Estate Sold in Somerset Ridge
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
177m²
Sold
16
R1,390,000
1 Bedroom Apartment Sold in De Velde
1 Bed
1 Bath
49m²
Sold
31
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Freehold Sold in D’Stellen Estate
3 Bed
2.5 Bath
2 Parking
260m²
Sold
21
R1,450,000
2 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Audas Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
65m²
Recently let in Somerset West
Rented
26
R14,350 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in De Velde
2 Bed
2 Bath
Branches
Harcourts Platinum
Phone:
021 851 2614
Address:
Triangle Point
13 Urtel Crescent
Somerset Mall
Somerset West
7130