Mariël Burger
GoldClub 15 Year Elite | Emerald Circle Agent
Emerald Circle
Emerald Circle status is the ultimate accolade awarded each year in recognition of an exclusive group of elite, top performing Pam Golding Properties Agents for their unprecedented sales record

Mariël Burger

“My passion gives me boundless energy.”

Hello! My name is Mariël Burger, and I am the Branch Manager for Pam Golding Properties Hyde Park.

My journey in real estate has been anything but conventional. While studying Dutch abroad in the early 2000s, I had the privilege of working as an Assistant Buyer for De Bijenkorf, a prestigious Dutch luxury retail brand. This experience introduced me to the refined world of luxury living and ignited my passion for real estate. Upon returning to South Africa, I embraced the opportunity to transition into property sales—and it has been my focus ever since.

I began my career at a small, family-owned agency before moving to a medium-sized national firm. In 2007, I joined the Pam Golding Property Group, specialising in sectional title and new developments in the City Bowl and Central Business District. I later advanced to luxury residential properties and developments along Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard. In April 2022, I was appointed Branch Manager for Cape Town North, and in March 2025, I stepped into my current role as Co-Branch Manager of Hyde Park.

With a strong work ethic and decades of industry experience, I have earned the prestigious GoldClub 15-Year Elite status, along with Emerald Circle recognition for six consecutive years at Pam Golding Properties.

National Awards:

  • Residential Sales Units Winner (2014 & 2015)
  • Referral Agent Units Winner (2018, 2019 & 2020)
  • 2nd Runner-up: Agent of the Year (2017 & 2018)
  • Development Agent Winner (2019)


For me, real estate is about more than just transactions—it's about relationships. I believe that fostering long-term connections with both clients and colleagues is the foundation of success. As a manager, I prioritise active listening and a deep understanding of my team’s goals, ensuring that I nurture and develop those I work with.

Outside of work, I am a proud dog owner and an advocate for embracing South Africa’s incredible outdoor lifestyle.

At Pam Golding Properties, I am privileged to continue helping our family of clients find their ideal investment properties and dream homes. I firmly believe that a sense of home extends beyond your front door—it’s about creating beautiful spaces that nurture and inspire.

Live Remarkable.

“Thanks so much for joining us and for inspiring your piers!! You really are an amazing leader Mariël! I absolutely love working with you!”

- Ed Jordan

“Weereens baie dankie vir die goeie en uitstekende profesionele diens. Julle verkoops span is defnitief die beste wat ek al te doen gehad het mee in ondervinging met verkoops agente... Baie voorspoed voorentoe en sal jul defnitief vir enige friend aan beveel.”

- Dr. Gideon Pienaar

“Mariel, renewed our faith in estate agents! After taking 3 months to sell our first place, dealing with show houses every Sunday, and agents that just did not live up to their promises, Mariel sold our 2nd place in a week. Superb, honest service from beginning to end, he was always flexible and accommodating, and made a seemingly complicated process so painless.”

- Sue McLagen

“These guys and more specific this team including Mariel are world class. They are patient and understand the needs of the buyer and the seller and take them both very seriously, with care and a unique personal touch. Keep up the good work team. ”

- Matthew Cornish

“Mariel has a wonderfully professional business approach and has made it his personal endeavor to assist me in finding suitable clients for the sales of my flats, both of which were effected seamlessly. His passion for property and people has enabled him to precisely understand my needs, and thereby find the perfect home for me.”

- Adri van der Walt 

“Mariel has a professional attitude and "attention to detail" approach to real estate which is why he has achieved Emerald Circle. We briefed Mariel to assist us in purchasing a property in Cape Town and from the minute we started our search, we felt supported and understood. We bought our property unseen and this was totally due to Mariel’s advice, guidance, and constant attention. Mariel’s approach is clear, decisive, and never forceful and we felt as though he was working solely with us on achieving our dream. Mariel is a highly intelligent, respected Estate Agent who takes his work very seriously, and the professional people he introduced to us we found to be similarly professional and unique in their services. They are a very commendable team and we salute their efforts and commitment.”

- Annie and Jamie Graham

“Your assistance in finding me a property and support during my transfer has been outstanding and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and whole Pam Golding team for all your support and professionalism. Be assured that as soon as I am looking for a new or second property, I will make use of your services again. Thank You…..I am very satisfied customer.”

- Shawn Gravell

“Mariel is great to work with and he is undoubtedly first class real estate agent! He knows exactly what is going on in his marketplace, he is fast and efficient in responding to enquirers/questions, and he is a good listener. A pleasure to deal with on every level! ”

- Nigel Brocklehurst

“It was a pleasure working with you. You were extremely professional & I found you to be very knowledgeable when dealing with me as well as with the current tenants. I will definitely recommend your services to other buyers & home owners.”

- Anthea Fowler

“From the moment we first made contact with Mariel, he was super friendly, helpful and highly professional, answering all the myriad questions we had as foreign clients buying our first property in South Africa. Upfront, honest, informed and well connected, Mariel was a real pleasure to work with from start to finish. ”

- Charlotte Mikkelborg