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South African Property Capital Gains Tax Calculator

Calculate Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for selling a South African property. Enter all amounts in ZAR. Based on the Budget 2026/2027 Tax Guide rules.

1. Seller Details

Affects inclusion rates and flat taxes vs marginal rates.

E.g., enter 50 if married in community of property or owning with a partner.

Select your estimated 2026/27 personal income tax bracket.

2. Property Details

Select 'Yes' if the property was your main home. Companies and Trusts do not qualify.

E.g., if you rented out 20% of the property or used it for business, enter 20. Defaults to 0.

3. Financial Amounts (Total 100% Values)

Note: Enter the FULL total amounts for the property below. The calculator will automatically split the values based on your Ownership Percentage entered in Step 1.

Enter the full sale price as per the agreement. Do not deduct estate agent commission here.

Enter the price paid to acquire the property, excluding transfer duty or other costs.

Include costs for renovations, extensions, etc. (Maintenance/repairs do not qualify).

Costs paid when you originally bought the property.

Estate agent commissions, advertising costs, etc., for the sale.

Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate based on the 2026/2027 SARS Budget rules. E&OE. Consult a registered tax practitioner or SARS for accurate tax advice. Email lawyer@capetownlawyer.co.za or WhatsApp.