What Is An RDP House?
An RDP (Reconstruction and Development Programme) house is a free government-built house for South Africans who cannot afford their own home. The government provides these through the National Housing Subsidy Programme.
Who Qualifies?
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Over 21 years old
- Monthly household income under R3,500
- Never owned property before
- Never received a government housing subsidy
- Have dependants (spouse, children, or elderly)
- Married or cohabiting, or single with dependants
How To Apply
Visit your local municipal housing office
Go to your nearest municipal office or ward councillor's office. They handle housing applications in your area.
Fill in the housing application form
Complete the official housing subsidy application form. An official will help you fill it in.
Submit required documents
Hand in certified copies of your ID, proof of income, marriage certificate (if married), and birth certificates of dependants.
Get placed on the waiting list
Your application goes onto the national housing database. You receive a reference number.
FLISP Subsidy (For Higher Earners)
If you earn between R3,501 and R22,000/month you don't qualify for an RDP house but you may qualify for the FLISP (Finance Linked Individual Subsidy Programme).
| Monthly Income | Subsidy Amount |
|---|---|
| R3,501 – R7,000 | Up to R130,505 |
| R7,001 – R10,000 | Up to R93,218 |
| R10,001 – R15,000 | Up to R55,706 |
| R15,001 – R22,000 | Up to R27,960 |
This subsidy is used as a deposit or to reduce your home loan when buying a property.
Documents Needed
- Certified ID copies (you and spouse)
- Marriage certificate or affidavit
- Birth certificates of children
- Proof of income (payslip or affidavit if unemployed)
- Proof of address
Contact Details
| Province | Housing Department Contact |
|---|---|
| Gauteng | 011 355 4000 |
| Western Cape | 021 483 4092 |
| KwaZulu-Natal | 033 846 5600 |
| National Department | 0800 146 873 |
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