Retirement Villages in South Africa
Retirement villages are secure residential estates designed for independent seniors, typically aged 60 and older. Residents own or rent a self-contained unit (house, townhouse, or apartment) within a managed community.
Who is it for?
Active, independent seniors who want a secure community environment with like-minded residents. Ideal for those who can manage daily activities on their own but want security, social interaction, and low-maintenance living.
What to expect
Self-contained living units, communal facilities (clubhouse, pool, gardens), 24-hour security, social activities, and optional meal plans. Many villages have on-site or nearby frail care for when needs change.
Typical costs
Costs vary widely: life rights purchases range from R500,000 to R5,000,000+, with monthly levies of R3,000–R10,000. Rental villages charge R5,000–R25,000/month depending on location and unit size.
Retirement Villages by Province
Retirement Villages in Gauteng
235 facilities
Retirement Villages in Western Cape
205 facilities
Retirement Villages in KwaZulu-Natal
112 facilities
Retirement Villages in Eastern Cape
29 facilities
Retirement Villages in Limpopo
20 facilities
Retirement Villages in North West
17 facilities
Retirement Villages in Mpumalanga
14 facilities
Retirement Villages in Free State
14 facilities
Retirement Villages in Northern Cape
2 facilities
Popular Cities for Retirement Villages
Retirement Villages
View all 648 →Glenvista Renaissance Security Retirement Village
Johannesburg, Gauteng
+27116822311
Dana Retirement Home / Dana Tehuis vir Senior Burgers
Wakkerstroom, Volksrust, Mpumalanga
+27177300081
Quartet Lifestyle Estate
Plettenberg Bay, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
+27445331362
Alex Park Older Persons Retreat – Old Age Home Scottburgh KZN South Coast
Scottburgh South, Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal
039-9781942
Sunlithill Retirement Village
Port Shepstone - Southport, Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal
+27396812054
Helderberg Society for the Aged – HSFA
Somerset West, Western Cape
+27218525130