Reference
Evergreen guides and reference materials for Zimbabwe property.
Guides
Step-by-step guide from offer to title deed — what to expect at each stage, who's involved (attorney, conveyancer, ZIMRA, Deeds Office), and what it costs. Includes a timeline from offer to occupation.
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Read guide →Market Data
| Suburb | Type | Avg Price (USD) | Avg Rent / mo (USD) | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borrowdale | 4-bed house | $350,000 – $500,000 | $2,500 – $4,000 | 6–8% |
| Mount Pleasant | 4-bed house | $250,000 – $400,000 | $1,800 – $3,000 | 7–9% |
| Highlands | 3-bed house | $180,000 – $280,000 | $1,200 – $2,000 | 7–9% |
| Westgate | 3-bed house | $120,000 – $200,000 | $900 – $1,500 | 8–10% |
| Waterfalls | 3-bed house | $80,000 – $140,000 | $600 – $1,000 | 8–10% |
| Bulawayo (avg) | 3-bed house | $60,000 – $100,000 | $400 – $700 | 7–9% |
| Mutare (avg) | 3-bed house | $40,000 – $80,000 | $300 – $500 | 8–11% |
Sourced from Seeff, Property.co.zw, Propertybook.co.zw. Approximate ranges as of 2024–2025. Verify before transacting.
Transaction Costs
Capital Gains Tax
20%
Standard rate on net gain. Primary residence exemption may apply; confirm with your conveyancer.
Conveyancing Fee
3% / 2.5%
3% on first $100k of purchase price; 2.5% on the balance. Paid to the conveyancing attorney.
Agent Commission
5%
Standard estate agent commission on sale price, paid by the seller. Negotiable on higher-value transactions.
Stamp Duty
2–4%
ZIMRA stamp duty on transfer. Rate varies by purchase price band. Confirm current schedule with ZIMRA.
Title Deed Validation
July 2025
Government deadline to validate and register pre-existing title deeds under the updated Deeds Registry Act. Properties not validated by this date may face complications in transfer.
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