Observatory, Johannesburg
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Observatory in Johannesburg Gauteng has a lot to offer. We have summarised a few of the attractions property owners in the area feel are pulling both investors and families to this secure and peaceful suburb.ÂOlde World CharmObservatory has become a sanctuary for home-buyers looking for a more laid back lifestyle from yesteryear when your family was raised in rambling character-filled houses on sprawling stands. Homes were you could hear your children romping across echoing wooden floors covered with high pressed ceilings and then congregating in the communal kitchen which formed the heart and hearth of the home.ÂObservatory's lingering style and character has been maintained in many ways over the decades and it's classic heritage homes are a vibrant and defining feature.ÂLarge GardensThe trend of subdivision of large stands which has become commonplace in many of Johannesburg's older suburbs has been largely ignored in Observatory.The area also defies trends in the sectional title sector as there has been little coalescing of stands to develop complexes and as of the time of writing there are only 2 sectional title complexes that have been built.ÂObservatory as an area compares equitably with some of the leafy upmarket suburbs like Houghton, Essexwoldand Bedfordview when it comes to erf sizes. Most stands in the area are upwards of two thousand square metres. The prices of homes however remain substantially lower than comparable Johannesburg suburbs.ÂExcellent Value for MoneyThe area has real character homes and properties with many offering their original features. These are selling at prices from one and a half million upwards. "Period homes" which date back to the roaring thirties and 1940's have been renovated, updated and often extended and are on offer at prices tags of R4 million and upwards.ÂHomes with a ViewYou will also find that the Observatory homes offering views, which considering that Observatory is one of Johannesburgs most elevated suburbs are selling with some hefty price-tags.ÂWide Demographic AppealProperty buyers from a younger demographic, and in particular young professionals who practice in nearby suburbs are on the lookout for homes in the lower price range in Observatory. These properties offer excellent value for money and with updating or even restoration can provide added capital returns over time. ÂPositionObservatory's central location together with the top notch schools in the area are yet further drawcards for buyers.ÂSome of Joburg's best private schools are located near Observatory.ÂOR Tambo International Airport is a short drive away.ÂObservatory also offers convenient access to the major roads connecting to Sandton, and Midrand, Pretoria and Centurion.Observatory in Johannesburg Gauteng has a lot to offer. We have summarised a few of the attractions property owners in the area feel are pulling both investors and families to this secure and peaceful suburb.ÂOlde World CharmObservatory has become a sanctuary for home-buyers looking for a more laid back lifestyle from yesteryear when your family was raised in rambling character-filled houses on sprawling stands. Homes were you could hear your children romping across echoing wooden floors covered with high pressed ceilings and then congregating in the communal kitchen which formed the heart and hearth of the home.ÂObservatory's lingering style and character has been maintained in many ways over the decades and it's classic heritage homes are a vibrant and defining feature.ÂLarge GardensThe trend of subdivision of large stands which has become commonplace in many of Johannesburg's older suburbs has been largely ignored in Observatory.The area also defies trends in the sectional title sector as there has been little coalescing of stands to develop complexes and as of the time of writing there are only 2 sectional title complexes that have been built.ÂObservatory as an area compares equitably with some of the leafy upmarket suburbs like Houghton, Essexwoldand Bedfordview when it comes to erf sizes. Most stands in the area are upwards of two thousand square metres. The prices of homes however remain substantially lower than comparable Johannesburg suburbs.ÂExcellent Value for MoneyThe area has real character homes and properties with many offering their original features. These are selling at prices from one and a half million upwards. "Period homes" which date back to the roaring thirties and 1940's have been renovated, updated and often extended and are on offer at prices tags of R4 million and upwards.ÂHomes with a ViewYou will also find that the Observatory homes offering views, which considering that Observatory is one of Johannesburgs most elevated suburbs are selling with some hefty price-tags.ÂWide Demographic AppealProperty buyers from a younger demographic, and in particular young professionals who practice in nearby suburbs are on the lookout for homes in the lower price range in Observatory. These properties offer excellent value for money and with updating or even restoration can provide added capital returns over time. ÂPositionObservatory's central location together with the top notch schools in the area are yet further drawcards for buyers.ÂSome of Joburg's best private schools are located near Observatory.ÂOR Tambo International Airport is a short drive away.ÂObservatory also offers convenient access to the major roads connecting to Sandton, and Midrand, Pretoria and Centurion.
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Areas near Observatory, JohannesburgAbbotsford 1 Alan Manor 2 Albertville 2 Alveda 4 Aspen Hills 1 Auckland Park 3 Bassonia 10 Bassonia Estate 2 Bellevue 1 Bellevue East 1 Bezuidenhout Valley 3 Bosmont 3 Braamfontein 1 Braamfontein Werf 1 Bramley 3 Bruma 9 Cleveland 2 Coronationville 1 Craighall 5 Craighall Park 7 Crosby 1 Cyrildene 3 Denver 1 De Wetshof 1 Dunkeld 1 Dunkeld West 9 Elandspark 5 Eltonhill 7 Emmarentia 1 Ennerdale 1 Forest Town 3 Franklin Roosevelt Park 1 Glenanda 2 Glenvista 15 Greenside 2 Haddon 1 Highlands North 1 Houghton Estate 17 Hurst Hill 2 Jeppestown 6 Johannesburg Central 1 Judiths Paarl 1 Kenilworth 2 Kensington 148 Kew 2 Kibler Park 1 Killarney 6 Lawley 1 Lenasia 2 Liefde En Vrede 3 Lindbergh Park 1 Linksfield 5 Linksfield Ridge 2 Linmeyer 10 Lombardy East 2 Longmeadow 5 Lyndhurst 3 Maboneng 1 Malvern 3 Mayfair 1 Melrose 3 Melrose Arch 5 Melrose Estate 5 Melrose North 8 Meredale 17 Mondeor 12 Montgomery Park 1 Mulbarton 5 Naturena 12 New Doornfontein 1 Newlands 1 Norwood 7 Oakdene 13 Oaklands 2 Orange Grove 20 Orchards 2 Ormonde 2 Parkhurst 4 Parktown 15 Parktown North 10 Parkview 1 Parkwood 3 Rembrandt Park 5 Rewlatch 1 Ridgeway 8 Risana 4 Riverlea 2 Rosebank 31 Rosettenville 2 Sandringham 2 Saxonwold 2 Silvamonte 1 Sophiatown 3 South Hills 2 South Kensington 8 Springfield 1 Suideroord 3 Sydenham 4 The Hill 4 Troyeville 1 Tulisa Park 2 Turffontein 5 Vrededorp 1 Waverley 6 Westdene 5 West Turffontein 2 Winchester Hills 9
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Properties in Observatory
43R1,750,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory3 Bed2 Bath2 Parking
29R1,999,9993 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory3 Bed2 Bath3 Parking
26R1,750,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory4 Bed2 Bath4 Parking
36R27,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Observatory3 Bed3 Bath2 Parking190m²
33R2,180,0005 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory5 Bed2 Bath4 ParkingNo listings found
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Branches
MidrandPhone: 011 312 6761Address: Greenoaks Office Park, Cnr Bekker & Gregory Street, Vorna Valley Midrand, Gauteng -
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