If you ever wanted to own a small town, here’s your opportunity. A specialised South African property agency and auctioneer recently announced that the town of Middelpos in the Northern Cape will be going on auction on 21 May. This is your one opportunity to own your own authentic Karoo village.
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“With its tranquil, enchanting atmosphere, original character and charm, it retains the cultural heritage of long ago, untouched by modern mass tourism,” said Home & Hectare.
If you ever wanted to own a small town, here’s your opportunity
The agency, Home & Hectare, says the lucky buyer will become the owner of a town considered one of the few remaining authentic Karoo villages in the country. The property on sale is 103,260 hectares. It can be developed for either business or residential use. Other options include tourism and manufacturing.
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A small town halfway between Sutherland and Calvinia
You will find the town halfway between Sutherland and Calvinia on the road called the R354. This places it in the Northern Cape province.
Here is a list of some of the things you will be buying:
There is a hotel. You will also find a shop. There are 3 homes in good condition. Water you will be able to get from a strong borehole. To hold functions, meetings or similar types of events, there’s also a hall. If you needed a factory, there is such a building, and what is a small, authentic town without an old post office? Irrigable land on the property is about 4.75 ha.
Photo: Home & Hectare
Day visitors and overnight tourists
The auctioneers say the town is the closest town to the Tankwa Karoo National Park. It thus sees a constant stream of day visitors and overnight tourists. Bids can be made from 21 May 2026 @ 12:00. The last bids must be in by 22 May 2026 @ 12:00. It will be an online auction. The property agency, Home & Hectare, focuses on agricultural, residential, and commercial real estate.
Merentia joined the media world in 1996 and in 2001, she took her first steps in the broadcasting world. In her free time, she likes to go on adventures in the city. She also likes to learn new dances, not that she is any good at that.
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