Onrus
Artistic coastal family favourite riding the spillover wave from Hermanus's boom. Quieter and more affordable than Hermanus with a creative community feel. Popular with families seeking a slower pace. Strong growth trajectory as Hermanus prices push buyers to neighbouring villages.
- Avg. Apartment
- R2.0M
- Avg. House
- R3.8M
- Rental Yield
- 6%
- 1-yr Capital Growth
- 9%
- 5-yr Capital Growth
- 35%
Investment Snapshot
Capital Growth Performance
Past 5 Years (2021–2025)
+59%
cumulative growth
Next 5 Years (2026–2030)
+34%
projected growth
Historical data sourced from Lightstone PropStats & Stats SA RPPI. Projected growth based on FNB Property Barometer forecasts, adjusted for Onrus's supply constraints, demand pipeline, and infrastructure outlook. Projections are estimates only.
Lifestyle Scores
Key Growth Drivers
- Hermanus spillover
- Artistic community
- Family favourite
- Affordable coastal
Who's Buying Here
Typical buyers and renters in Onrus
If you bought a property in Onrus...
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R 2 000 000
R 600 000 deposit · R 1 400 000 bond
Auto-calculated from 6% yield
Year-by-Year Projection
| Year | Property Value | Annual Rent | Net Cashflow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | R 2 140 000 | R 120 000 | R -86 064 |
| Year 2 | R 2 289 800 | R 128 400 | R -79 104 |
| Year 3 | R 2 450 086 | R 137 388 | R -71 642 |
| Year 4 | R 2 621 592 | R 147 005 | R -63 643 |
| Year 5 | R 2 805 103 | R 157 296 | R -55 067 |
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How Onrus Compares
Full compare →vs. other suburbs in Overberg & Whale Coast
| Metric | Onruscurrent | Hermanus |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Apartment Price | R2.0M | R3.2M |
| Avg House Price | R3.8M | R5.5M |
| Rental Yield | 6% | 6% |
| 1-yr Capital Growth | 9% | 12% |
| 5-yr Capital Growth | 35% | 42% |
| Airbnb ADR | — | R2 000 |
| Safety Score | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Walkability Score | 5/10 | 6/10 |
| Distance to Airport | 125 km | 120 km |
Best For
Families, Artists, Value seekers, Retirees