NAI Advent — Commercial Real Estate
Zohair Saleem
Commercial Real Estate Advisor
Senior advisor at NAI Advent — part of the world's largest managed network of independent commercial real estate firms. I deliver institutional-grade valuations, strategic acquisition advisory, and data-driven market intelligence for investors and occupiers across all commercial asset classes.
10+
Years Experience
R2bn+
Deal Volume
5
Service Lines
400+
NAI Global Offices
Our Services
We provide comprehensive commercial real estate advisory across five integrated service lines — each backed by deep market expertise and a commitment to client outcomes.
Property Valuations
Independent, defensible valuations across all commercial asset classes — office, retail, industrial, and mixed-use. Delivered with rigorous methodology and transparent market evidence to support investment decisions, financing, and compliance.
Purchaser Representation
Strategic acquisition advisory for buyers and investors. From target identification and due diligence through to negotiation and close — your interests represented at every stage of the transaction.
Asset Disposition
Comprehensive on-market and off-market disposition strategies designed to maximise asset value. We leverage deep buyer networks, precise market timing, and proven positioning expertise to deliver superior outcomes.
Market Intel & Data
Granular market intelligence, trend analysis, and benchmarking data to inform investment decisions. Backed by proprietary transaction databases, rental surveys, and ongoing field research across key commercial nodes.
Consultancy
Strategic real estate consultancy for occupiers, investors, and developers. Portfolio rationalisation, highest-and-best-use studies, lease advisory, and investment strategy — tailored to your specific objectives.
Current Listings
A selection of current on-market commercial properties available for lease and sale. Contact us to arrange inspections or receive full information packs.
Century City Office Park
Century City, Cape Town
Size
1,850 sqm
Asking Rent
R 485 / sqm
Parow Industrial Estate
Parow, Cape Town
Size
4,200 sqm
Asking Rent
R 78 / sqm
Claremont Retail Strip
Claremont, Cape Town
Size
620 sqm
Asking Rent
R 320 / sqm
Off-Market Listings
We maintain an exclusive portfolio of off-market commercial opportunities not publicly advertised. Request access to receive details directly.
Market Reports
We publish two flagship research reports — relied upon by investors, landlords, and occupiers to track the South African commercial property market. Request your copy below.
Quarterly Rent Survey
Comprehensive rental data across Cape Town's major commercial nodes — covering office, industrial, and retail sectors. Includes vacancy rates, rental growth trends, landlord incentives, and submarket breakdowns. Essential reading for landlords, tenants, and investors benchmarking their positions.
- ✓ Office, industrial & retail rental rates
- ✓ Vacancy rates by submarket
- ✓ Rental growth vs prior quarter
- ✓ Landlord incentive trends
Transaction Analysis & Market Insights
In-depth analysis of commercial property transactions completed during the quarter — sales volumes, capitalisation rates, buyer profiles, and emerging investment trends. Paired with forward-looking market insights to help stakeholders understand where the market is heading.
- ✓ Sales volumes & transaction counts
- ✓ Capitalisation rate movements
- ✓ Buyer & seller profile analysis
- ✓ Forward-looking market outlook
Experience
NAI Advent
Senior Commercial Real Estate Advisor
Jan 2020 — Present- Lead advisor on commercial property transactions across office, industrial, and retail sectors — completing significant deal volume across major Cape Town nodes since joining the firm.
- Conduct independent property valuations for institutional clients, banks, and private investors using DCF, income capitalisation, and comparable sales methodologies.
- Author of the firm's Quarterly Rent Survey and Quarterly Transaction Analysis & Market Insights publications, widely referenced by investors and industry stakeholders.
JLL South Africa
Commercial Property Broker
Mar 2016 — Dec 2019- Specialised in office and industrial leasing across major nodes, advising corporate occupiers on space strategy, lease restructuring, and market positioning.
- Managed a portfolio of landlord mandates across substantial commercial GLA, consistently achieving above-market rental rates and minimising vacancy periods.
- Built long-term client relationships with listed property funds, private equity houses, and institutional landlords.
Rode & Associates
Property Analyst
Jun 2014 — Feb 2016Contributed to South Africa's leading independent property research house — producing market reports, rental data analysis, and capitalisation rate studies across all commercial property sectors. Research referenced by major financial institutions and property funds.
About
Zohair Saleem is a senior commercial real estate advisor at NAI Advent — one of South Africa's most respected commercial property brokerages and part of the NAI Global network, the world's largest managed network of independent commercial real estate firms spanning over 400 offices across 60 countries.
With over a decade of experience across brokerage, valuation, and market research, Zohair brings a rigorous, data-driven approach to every mandate. His clients include listed property funds, private equity investors, corporate occupiers, and high-net-worth individuals seeking trusted advisory on acquisitions, disposals, and portfolio strategy.
NAI Advent operates across all major commercial property sectors — office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use — providing clients with integrated advisory services backed by the resources and reach of a global network.
NAI Global Network
Part of the world's largest managed network of independent commercial real estate firms — spanning 400+ offices in 60+ countries.
Asset Classes
- Office
- Industrial
- Retail
- Mixed-Use
- Land
Memberships & Affiliations
- NAI Global
- SAPOA
- SACSC
Get in Touch
Whether you're looking to acquire, dispose of, or receive an independent valuation on a commercial property — or simply want to understand where the market is — reach out and we'll respond promptly.
Office
NAI Advent
Cape Town, South Africa
Network
Part of NAI Global — 400+ offices across 60 countries