Area Profiles

Introduction Welcome to Waterfall; the city of modern buildings. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, waterfront landscapes, and an extravagant lifestyle, Waterfall offers an unparalleled experience of living. A Brief History of the Area Waterfall is one of South Africa's most wanted new developments. It was built at the turn of the century as an urban oasis where people could live, work, and play. The area's position between Johannesburg and Pretoria has made it a centre for innovation and contemporary urban design. Infrastructure The world-class infrastructural development in Waterfalls not only makes it one of the most desired places in which...

Nigel is a small town, situated in the southeast of Gauteng. It is known for its strong community atmosphere and low cost of living, which makes it unique in terms of urban-rural mix. A Brief History of the Area Nigel has a history that dates back as far as the late 19th century when gold was discovered in this region. The name Nigel came up officially after Sir Walter Scott's novel called The Fortunes of Nigel in 1909. At first, it was just a mining town but soon enough transformed into a major industrial centre, particularly famous for gold and coal mining. In time, the town has changed its economy diversifying while keeping these industrial roots thus...

Brooklyn is a well-developed affluent suburb situated in the pivotal South African city of Pretoria (Tshwane). It's located in the Eastern part of the sprawling urban yet leafy landscape and is well known for its upmarket residential houses and upstanding shopping and malls. The area has seen a boom in retail developments over the last few years. It lies just adjacent to the University of Pretoria in the northern region of the suburb and towards the southern part of Brooklyn, you'll find the suburban areas of Groenkloof and Waterkloof.  Commercial Hotspots Although Brooklyn has always been traditionally an area more reserved for residential purposes. In recent...

Introduction Garsfontein is a residential area located to the east of Pretoria in Gauteng. This suburb is sought after because of its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent amenities and very strategic location. Garsfontein has been described as an ideal place for families, professionals and retirees alike; it blends suburban tranquillity with urban convenience. Whether you are looking to move or just want to explore the area, it's time you got to know Garsfontein. A Brief History of the Area Over the years, Garsfontein has grown from being a rural locality into the vibrant suburb that it is today. The physical development of Garsfontein started when Pretoria...

The suburb of Hatfield in Pretoria was proclaimed in 1905 on a portion of the farm Koedoespoort, which previously belonged to the Wesleyan Methodist Society. In 1903 a portion of the land was sold to Patrick Duncan, colonial secretary of Transvaal at the time. The new suburb was measured out and named Hatfield after an estate in Herfordshire, England that belonged to the second earl of Selborne, the then (1905) governor of Transvaal. One of the well-known main roads was named Duncan Road after Duncan. This new suburb on the remote eastern outskirts of the city comprised a couple of hundred huge erven. Over the years beautiful large family homes were built in the...

When it comes to comfort and style, Pretoria East offers it all.  Blending modern day real estate trends with bygone nostalgia, this lifestyle is lived to the full by homeowners and residents. Pretoria East comprises 60 suburbs with residents enjoying world-class shopping centres, schools, medical facilities, nature reserves and entertainment hubs.    LOCATION: Conveniently situated about 50 kms from OR Tambo International Airport and in close proximity to the N4 highway, Pretoria East, with its average annual temperature of 18.5 degrees and easy access to the exceptionally clean, safe and efficient Gautrain transport system is the perfect place to call...

Lynnwood Glen is a popular, sought after security estate offering 24/7 security and is bordered by Lynnwood and Lynnwood Park. A paradise for bird lovers and enthusiasts, it is situated a stone's throw from the Strubendam Bird Sanctuary. Conveniently close to schools, shopping centres and main roads and the N1 highway. When it was first established in 1967, it was the most eastern suburb of Pretoria, but the city has since considerably expanded eastwards and southwards. Together with Brooklyn and Menlo Park, it was most likely named after American counterparts. Today, these suburbs are known as the old east and boast to have some of the city's most high-end...

The affluent suburb of Menlo Park in Pretoria's well-established Old East, has over the last 10 to 15 years seen tremendous redevelopment and modernisation. These changes mostly comprise the subdivision of traditionally huge erven and the erection of several modern-day executive-style apartment blocks, hotel apartments, cluster complexes and smaller estates. The high demand for housing in this sought-after neighbourhood can largely be attributed to Menlo Park's favourable location close to the University of Pretoria, as well as its proximity to development nodes like Menlyn Main and Hazelwood. Menlo Park is practically situated within immediate access of the...

Nestled gracefully in the heart of Pretoria, Muckleneuk emerges as a suburb steeped in history and imbued with an unmistakable charm and its beautiful Jacaranda-lined streets, is undoubtedly one of the Capital City's most picturesque suburbs. Located a few kilometres from the city centre, the suburb offers spectacular views of the city's skyline.  Its name, derived from the Afrikaans term for "crooked stream," pays homage to the gentle curves of the nearby waterways that wind through its picturesque landscape. Muckleneuk boasts a rich tapestry of architectural styles, ranging from elegant Victorian-era homes to modern, avant-garde structures, each telling a unique...

Lying at the northern foothills of the Magaliesberg mountain range is the suburb of Pretoria North, a purple paradise during the months of October and November thanks to the mystical jacaranda trees that adorn the streets. Home to more than 50 car dealerships, the commercially zoned streets of Rachel de Beer and Gerrit Maritz lend themselves to the success of the flourishing motor industry in Pretoria North. This lucrative industry in turn lends itself to the continued growth of real estate investment. Pretoria North, being its own suburb, enjoys all the benefits of greater Pretoria with the added advantage of property prices being more...