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Namibian house prices sour … average home price hits N$1.46m
For many Namibians, owning a home remains out of reach as house prices continue to rise. About 42% of urban households live in informal housing, while the la
New Era12 Aug 2026, 12:09 pm

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2026-08-122026-08-12By Pricilla Mukokobi

For many Namibians, owning a home remains out of reach as house prices continue to rise.
About 42% of urban households live in informal housing, while the latest FNB House Price Index reports a 7.4% increase in property prices in the second quarter of 2026.
The latest FNB House Price Index shows that house prices rose by 7.4% in the second quarter of 2026, pushing the national average house price to about N$1.46 million.

Originally published by New Era on 12 Aug 2026, 12:09 pm. View original article

