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
9,280
Freehold5,033
Sectional Titles7,790
Estates
Average sold property price in Somerset West
Freehold
Sectional Scheme
Vacant Land
Period of ownership
Freehold
R2,781,494
22.2%
Average price
354
22.2%
Transfers
Sectional Title
R2,146,777
28.6%
Average price
434
28.6%
Transfers
Estate
R4,016,777
28.6%
Average price
443
28.6%
Transfers
Properties in Somerset West
23
R31,000 pm
3 Bedroom House To Let in Kelderhof Country Village
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
10
R16,000 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Paardevlei
2 Bed
2 Bath
11
R17,460 pm
97m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central
97m²
27
R20,000 pm
3 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Somerset Lakes
3 Bed
2 Bath
19
R16,000 pm
2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Paardevlei
2 Bed
2 Bath
43
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Croydon Vineyard Estate
4 Bed
4 Bath
2 Parking
307m²
35
AUCTION
5 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Croydon Vineyard Estate
5 Bed
3.5 Bath
2 Parking
345m²
39
AUCTION
4 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Somerset Ridge
4 Bed
4.5 Bath
2 Parking
184m²
41
R7,750,000
4 Bedroom Gated Estate For Sale in Schonenberg
4 Bed
3 Bath
2 Parking
290m²
26
From R4,950 Per Night
2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
2 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
27
From R4,400 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
35
From R4,850 Per Night
2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
2 Bed
1 Bath
1 Parking
41
From R5,000 Per Night
3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Erinvale Golf Estate
3 Bed
2 Bath
1 Parking
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
31
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Freehold Sold in D’Stellen Estate
3 Bed
2.5 Bath
2 Parking
260m²
Sold
45
R5,130,000
3 Bedroom House Sold in Bizweni
91 Avon close, Brookside Village
3 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
214m²
Sold
21
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Freestanding Sold in Parel Vallei
3 Bed
3 Bath
1 Parking
184m²
Sold
59
R6,995,000
7 Bedroom Gated Estate Sold in Tre Donne Estate
7 Bed
7 Bath
5 Parking
711m²
Featured
Sold
35
AUCTION
3 Bedroom Gated Estate Sold in Croydon Vineyard Estate
3 Bed
3.5 Bath
2 Parking
322m²
Featured
Sold
30
R10,750,000
4 Bedroom House Sold in Erinvale Golf Estate
4 SS ERINOAKS BLOCK C, 7 Erin Oaks
4 Bed
3.5 Bath
2 Parking
310m²
Featured
Sold
45
R15,000,000
5 Bedroom House Sold in Erinvale Golf Estate
81 Erinvale Avenue
5 Bed
2 Bath
2 Parking
495m²
Branches
Harcourts Platinum
Phone:
021 851 2614
Address:
Triangle Point
13 Urtel Crescent
Somerset Mall
Somerset West
7130