Area Profiles

Alberton The property market in Alberton caters for various income groups and is a beautiful area to raise a family in. Alberton is located in the East Rand of Gauteng and is within 20 minutes of the city centre, making it ideal for those working in and around the Johannesburg CBD. New developments in the area have made it a convenient and promising place to invest in. Buyers also have the option of investing in Old Alberton - a less developed, but more affordable part of the area. Surrounding Transport The town has numerous access roads to all major highways in Gauteng, making the residential community home to much of Alberton's workforce. Convenient...

Bedfordview Bedfordview is an opulent suburb in Western Ekurhuleni and is one of the most sought-after garden villages in Gauteng. Here you will find an abundance of prime security estates, developments and townhouses fitted for any family. Those who are looking to retire or settle down are also spoiled for choice of retirement homes in the area. Surrounding Transport Bedfordview is in close proximity to OR Tambo, so for professionals who commute to the city of Johannesburg, this suburb is an ideal location. Bedfordview's roads also provide easy access to Johannesburg, Sandton, and the East Rand. You can catch a taxi from Johannesburg to Bedfordview...

Boksburg Boksburg forms a part of the East Rand of Gauteng and has blossomed into one of the area's most popular regions. The suburb was originally set up as one of South Africa's first mining towns, and has since flourished as a family-orientated part of the greater Gauteng region. The area was born as a mining town when gold was discovered back in 1887. The Main Reef Road linked Boksburg to all the other considerable mining towns and in 1890 a railway was built connecting it to Johannesburg, putting the town on the map.  Surrounding Transport Traveling in and around Boksburg is made easy with its three national routes and three regional routes....

Brakpan In the suburb of Brakpan, you'll find a wide range of property options, from quaint cottages and beautifully designed family homes, to city-style luxury apartments. Formerly known as a mining community, today Brakpan is popular for its vibrant lifestyle and tourist attractions. Purchasing a home in Brakpan is ideal for those seeking larger property sizes at affordable prices - an opportunity that you couldn't find in the big city. Surrounding Transport Brakpan is located just 40 kilometres from the Johannesburg city centre. Situated between Boksburg, Benoni and Springs, the neighbourhood is accessible via the N17 highway from the city centre...

The bustling city of Edenvale on the East Rand that we know today began as a small settlement in 1903, shortly after the Anglo Boer War, though back then it was known to locals as Rietfontein, home to Cornish mine workers who worked the Rietfontein Gold Mine. Today, this humming city is home to a growing population of 70,000. High investment in upper-income property clusters and townhouses in recent years have turned Edenvale into a buyer's hotspot. Whether you've got your eye on a family home in Eastleigh, Illiondale or Edenvale Central, or a luxury property in Dowerglen or Edenglen, there is a home to suit every taste and budget. Surrounding...

Eikenhof is situated along the southern reaches of Johannesburg, with sweeping views of the countryside and the Suikerbosrand Mountain Range as its natural backdrop. Eikenhof's vast grasslands and a variety of scattered guest farms and country lodges evokes a sense of escape from the busyness of city life - despite being just twenty minutes outside the city centre. Surrounding Transport Eikenhof may give you the feeling of being miles away from everything, but it is actually within easy access to the N1 and the R553 and only 15 kilometres from the city centre and Gold Reef City. Schools and Education There are a variety of schools to choose from in...

Fourways is a fast-developing, vibrant area situated in one of Johannesburg's trendiest suburbs - Sandton. Fourways derived its name from the four-way stop at the intersection of Witkoppen Road and William Nicol Drive. While the first homes were built in the early 1900s, the biggest residential expansion in Fourways has happened over the last twenty to thirty years. Fourways' trendy apartments, built by savvy developers, have made it the neighbourhood of choice for millennials and Generation Y in the Joburg area. Surrounding Transport Fourways is 30 to 40 minutes out from O.R. Tambo International Airport and about 30 minutes away from Johannesburg's...

Not only is Germiston a well-established area situated in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, but it is also the sixth-largest city in South Africa. Germiston may be a busy city, but suburbs within it such as Primrose offer a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle. Its central location and value-for-money properties make Germiston a favourite location for young professionals starting out and still etching out a career for themselves. Surrounding Transport The N1, N3, and N17 highways border Germiston, making access and exits easy and convenient. There are a number of modes of transport on offer including municipal buses, the Metrorail Train service and an extensive...

Dubbed Pretoria's "East Capital" thanks to its abundant development plans, the growing town of Hazeldean has quickly become an investment hub rich with promise. As an initial R44 billion development project approved by the Tshwane metropolitan district, Hazeldean encompasses residential, commercial, retail, utility, and mixed-use zones. Located in East Pretoria, the area is home to wonderful schools, fantastic real estate, and various shopping centres, restaurants, and farms. Surrounding Transport Travelling locally is a breeze with easy access to minibus taxis, Uber, Lyft, and busses. The Gautrain is also an excellent option to get...

The city of Johannesburg is one of the world's youngest new major cities! Situated on the expansive, green Highveld that stretches across South Africa's inland plateau, Jo'burg owes its location to its discovery of gold! The vibrant hub is South Africa's ever-growing economic powerhouse, and therefore, the perfect location to place your property investments! Surrounding Transport If travel is in your line of sight, this is the place to be! Johannesburg is known for being a hotspot for local, national, and international travel, with the O.R. Tambo International Airport right on your doorstep. Extensive infrastructure supports railways and...