Real Estate Investor Magazine April 2025 edition April 2025 edition | Page 83
By Robin Booth
Residential
By Robin Booth
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In an increasingly interconnected world, local Airbnb investors cannot afford to ignore what’ s happening globally. From New York to Lisbon, from Tokyo to Cape Town, the shortterm rental( STR) landscape is rapidly shifting due to changes in guest behaviour, technology, city regulations, and platform policies.
South African investors- particularly those operating in Cape Town, one of Airbnb’ s most vibrant markets- need to stay informed and responsive.
This article explores global short-term rental trends, analyses how they are already affecting- or could soon affect South Africa and provides practical insights for adapting investment strategies.